‘Cringeworthy’ phrases turning candidates off job listings

Another one in five said they won’t apply if there is no easy-apply option available.

In fact, nearly half of Gen Zs (49%) and Millennials (47%) said they have abandoned applications requiring manual re-entry of CV information.

This is also the case for at least a third of Gen X (39%) and Baby Boomers (33%).

“With today’s competitive job market, abandoning an application for a role you’re qualified for might seem counterintuitive, but job seekers do it often,” the report read. “From clunky systems to unclear expectations, there are numerous reasons candidates drop off before submitting.”

When it comes to benefits, 71% of employees want to see paid time off before applying. Another 69% said they require medical insurance. Other benefits they consider are: