How to Use the reed.co.uk app

How to Use the reed.co.uk app by Amber Rolfe The reed.co.uk app: officially the most productive way to be glued to your phone…If you’re looking for a quick and efficient way to search for jobs on-the-go, you’re in luck. With our easy-to-use app, we’ll bring all the right roles directly to your fingertips. You just need to know how to use it effectively.To make sure you’re getting the most out of the reed.co.uk app, here are a few of our top tips:Getting started After you’ve downloaded the app, you can either sign into your account, or search for relevant jobs before you sign up.Registration is quick and simple, and should only take a few minutes to complete. As soon you’ve signed up, you’ll be able to start applying.If you already have an account, all of your details will be synced with the app â€" and you won’t have to re-upload a CV and cover letter.Suitable jobs will pop up immediately, and will be based on the search criteria you inputted when you registered.Swipe right to save a job , or left to discard it â€" and visit your shortlist to apply for jobs you’ve saved.  Adding your CV and cover letterAdding your CV and cover letter to your account via the app is quick and easy.By viewing your profile, you’ll be able to upload a new CV if necessary â€" whether it’s via Dropbox, Google Drive, One Drive, or direct from your phone. You’ll also be able to create and edit your cover letter straight from your device.Alternatively, you can edit your information using the desktop or mobile site â€" and your changes will immediately sync with the app.And don’t worry if don’t have a CV to upload. Our CV builder will enable you to create and save one in four easy steps, no matter device you’re on.  Searching and applying for jobsAs soon as you’ve downloaded the app, you can start searching.After creating a search, you’ll be shown a number of relevant job matches. Then, you’ll be given the option to swipe right (shortlist the job), swipe left (discard the j ob), or apply there and then by clicking on the vacancy and tapping ‘apply now’.Every job you’ve shortlisted, discarded, or applied for are automatically saved in ‘my jobs’. This allows you to go back to your shortlisted jobs at any time to complete your applications, view your applied jobs, and take another look at your discarded jobs.And, if you change your mind about a job you’ve vetoed â€" don’t panic. It’s just as easy to move them to your shortlist later on.  Using filters Tailoring your job search is absolutely essential if you want to get the best results, and not taking advantage of filtering options could mean having to scroll through thousands of irrelevant jobs.Luckily, the app allows you to edit what you’re looking for in a number of ways â€" from filtering by date posted, to including more than one job title in your search. Other filtering options include ‘location’ and ‘job type’.And, whether you’re sure about what you’re looking for, or you want to search more broadly â€" an ‘accuracy level’ filter will allow you to choose how specific you want your results to be.  Setting up job alerts Jobs come and go fast.This means that keeping up with new vacancies as and when they’re posted is essential to beating the competition.The good news is, the app provides the perfect way to do this. By giving the option to receive push notifications when new jobs in your industry and location come up â€" you can be sure you’ll be the first to apply.Just tap ‘allow notifications’ after downloading the app, or edit your notification options in your device’s settings to start receiving job alerts straight away.  Check back daily The reed.co.uk app is a great way to stay connected to the latest jobs â€" wherever you are. It’s a portable, quick, and easy way to search.And with over 5000 jobs added to the site daily, browsing through new vacancies as often as possible is the best way to be the first to apply, and to stay ah ead in your job search.Whether you scroll through them on the way to work, or you open the app for five minutes on your lunch break â€" it doesn’t have to take hours to stay in the loop.All you need is your phone and an internet connection.No more irrelevant jobs. No more missing out. No more excuses.Ready to download the app? Get it now:              Still searching for your perfect position? View all available jobs now