Apply with SEEK: Profile Prefill & CV Attachment to Boost Application Completion

The SEEK integration for Greenhouse—commonly called “Apply with SEEK”—streamlines candidate submissions by pre-filling application forms hosted on Greenhouse with information from a candidate’s SEEK profile and by attaching their stored CV. The integration is designed to reduce friction in the application flow across desktop and mobile, helping employers collect richer candidate data while improving the candidate experience. This article explains what the integration does, who should consider it, expected operational benefits, setup considerations, and measurable outcomes you can track once it’s live. Practical examples and implementation notes are included to help recruitment teams decide whether Apply with SEEK fits their hiring process.

Core functions of Apply with SEEK

• Application prefill Pulls structured profile fields from a candidate’s SEEK profile to populate Greenhouse-hosted apply forms, reducing time to complete an application.
• CV attachment Lets candidates attach the CV stored on SEEK as part of the apply flow so hirers receive both the form data and a resume document.
• Mobile and desktop ready Works across mobile and desktop browsers so candidates can apply from any device with the same prefill behaviour.
• Hosted by Greenhouse The apply form remains on the employer’s Greenhouse-hosted careers portal, keeping applications centrally managed within the ATS.

Typical Apply with SEEK flow (step-by-step)

• Candidate clicks Apply From the employer careers page, the candidate selects a job and starts the Greenhouse-hosted application form.
• SEEK prefill prompt The candidate is offered the option to prefill using their SEEK Profile; consent is requested to transfer data.
• Fields and CV attached Profile fields populate the form; candidate may also attach the SEEK-stored CV to the submission.
• Submission to Greenhouse Completed application (prefilled data + CV) is recorded and managed in Greenhouse as a standard application.

By design the integration keeps applications consolidated in Greenhouse so recruiters continue to work in their existing workflow. The prefill reduces candidate abandonment and increases the likelihood of receiving completed applications, which can boost both quantity and quality of applicants.

Who benefits most from this integration

• High-volume hiring teams Recruitment teams filling many similar roles (e.g., retail, hospitality, entry-level) where faster apply flows improve throughput.
• Regional employers in APAC Organisations recruiting in Australia/New Zealand benefit directly because SEEK is a dominant job board in the region.
• Mid-to-large organisations using Greenhouse Companies already managing hiring in Greenhouse (from 100 to 10,000+ employees) that want to centralise applications while improving candidate experience.
• Teams looking to reduce drop-off Hiring managers and recruitment marketers trying to lower apply-form abandonment rates on mobile and desktop.

Key benefits for hirers

• Faster candidate completion Prefill reduces typing and form friction, shortening average time to submit an application and increasing completion rates.
• Richer candidate records Receiving both structured profile data and an attached CV gives recruiters more context for screening in Greenhouse.
• Consistent applicant management Applications flow into the ATS in the same format as other sources, preserving existing pipelines and integrations.
• Improved employer brand A smooth, mobile-friendly apply experience signals professionalism and can increase candidate perception of your hiring process.

Key benefits for candidates

• Time savings Using SEEK profile data and stored CV means fewer fields to type and a faster apply experience—critical on mobile.
• Convenience across devices Whether applying from a phone or laptop, candidates get a consistent flow that reduces interruptions and errors.
• Control over shared data Candidates choose to prefill and attach their CV, maintaining agency over what reaches the employer.

Before vs After: recruiter experience with SEEK integrated

Technical and operational considerations: implementation generally requires coordination between your Greenhouse admin and SEEK. The integration supports English language flows and targets APAC markets where SEEK is active. There is no mandatory partner implementation fee listed, but review platform documentation and Greenhouse support pages to confirm the specific steps and any optional integration services.

Data, privacy and compliance (common questions)

Performance tracking and KPIs to monitor after launch: measure apply-form completion rates, time-to-apply, mobile conversion, quality of applicants (e.g., interview-to-offer ratio), and downstream screening time in Greenhouse. Establish a baseline for these metrics prior to enabling the integration so you can quantify uplift and ROI.

Best practices for successful adoption

• Map form fields intentionally Only prefill fields you will use—avoid cluttering the application with unnecessary fields to keep conversion high.
• Communicate to candidates Clearly explain the prefill option and what data will be transferred to reduce hesitation and improve trust.
• Test on devices Validate the apply experience on common mobile and desktop browsers used by your candidate pool.
• Monitor KPIs weekly initially Track application completion, candidate quality, and ATS processing time for the first 4–6 weeks and iterate.

Common pitfalls and troubleshooting