2027 Candidate Hiring Experience Survey

Here’s your chance to shape the future of hiring.

AI is changing recruitment faster than most organisations can keep up with. We want to know how it’s really playing out for the people applying and the people hiring.

The 2027 Hiring Experience Report is Scout Talent’s annual research initiative exploring how AI is reshaping recruitment from both sides of the table. Whether you’re job hunting or leading a hiring team, your experience matters.

Take the short survey and tell us how AI is affecting your job search or your hiring process. Your answers will feed directly into our 2027 report, giving the industry a clearer picture of what’s working, what’s not, and where recruitment is headed next.

Complete the survey by 15 September for a chance to win one of three $250 Amazon gift cards

I’ve been applying, interviewing, open to new roles, or changed jobs in the last 12 months.
I’ve hired someone, or helped screen, interview or select candidates in the last 12 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this survey for?

Anyone currently job hunting, and anyone involved in hiring decisions at their organisation. We’re running two versions so both perspectives are captured accurately.

About 5 to 10 minutes.

AI is reshaping recruitment fast, and most of what we hear is speculation. This report is built on real data from real job seekers and hiring teams, so the industry gets an accurate picture instead of guesswork.

15 September. Get your response in before then to be eligible for the prize draw.

Everyone who completes the survey before the closing date goes into the draw for a $500 gift card. One winner will be contacted directly after the draw.

Why Choose Scout Talent

“I’m aware of the silly tricks that those in the industry play, which is why we use Scout Talent instead of an agency! We’ve actually done A/B testing on Scout Talent vs a recruiter, and the quality was chalk and cheese- no kidding, you can quote me.”

– Melissa Kirby
Sharpe and Abel

Our Total Talent Acquisition Software

Recruitment Campaign Services
The right mix of expertise, structure, and care, our recruitment campaigns make hiring faster, easier, and more cost-effective

Employer Branding
Position your company as an employer of choice with a strong employer brand

Employee Engagement Surveys
Gain insights on how your people feel at work so you can boost performance, retention, and culture

Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Expert recruiters and proven processes to hire top talent efficiently and more cost-effectively

Learning Services
We design customised digital training, delivered through a powerful LMS that streamlines, tracks, and measures learning—building skills and boosting performance.

Key Benefits

Expert-led campaigns crafted with strategy and care to connect you with the right people quickly, easily and cost-effectively.
Combine authentic employer branding with engagement insights to create workplaces where top talent wants to belong and stay.
Access seasoned recruiters who work inside your business—bringing flexibility and proven processes without the cost or risk of extra headcount.
Show candidates and employees you invest in their future with development pathways that make your organisation a magnet for great people.
Why Choose Scout Talent

“I’ve been a user of Scout’s software for many years, working with both the full enterprise solution :Recruit and the lite :Essentials platform. I appreciate that Scout offers fit-for-purpose options to suit different business needs.



Scout’s ATS has been instrumental in driving efficiency and productivity. In a previous project …This transformation saved our team significant time… and eliminated room for error with its intuitive workflow and transparent features.



It’s a fantastic product, and we couldn’t be happier with the results.”

– Wendy Woodford
People and Culture Manager
Housing Trust

Our Total Talent Acquisition Software

:Recruit
Your AI-powered total talent acquisition ATS and CRM solution

:Recruit Essentials
Your AI-powered Lite version of :Recruit tailored for small organisations

:Onboard
Your digital contract creation

:Recruit Pro
Your AI-powered :Recruit + :Onboard, backed by human expertise, tools, analytics, and specialist support

:Engage
Your recruitment marketing and candidate pooling platform

Scout Learning
Your customisable LMS with specialist support

Scout Talent App
Your mobile application helping you hire on the go

Felix
Your AI-powered talent acquisition assistant

Key Features

Post once, publish everywhere, and track candidates from application to hire in a single platform.

Leverage AI to screen faster, uncover hidden talent, and craft compelling job ads that attract the right candidates.

Make confident hiring decisions with dashboards that highlight pipeline health, recruiter performance, and ROI.

Connect with job boards, HRIS, payroll, and more, keeping your recruitment process fluid and connected.