Wirkn

Wirkn, established in 2015 in Montreal, specializes in hyperlocal recruiting for malls, retail, restaurants, and hospitality sectors. The company supports over 16,000 locations and collaborates with more than 4,000 brands. Wirkn has processed over 3 million applications and offers a 10-day free trial for new users, requiring no credit card or commitment. The platform combines ATS features with a mobile-first experience tailored for hourly job seekers, using a geo-localized approach ideal for local recruiting. It provides tools for companies of all sizes to promote, source, qualify, and connect with candidates, including pre-configured job postings, a unique URL for social media sharing, and a QR code feature to convert foot traffic into job applicants. Job postings are instantly promoted to their talent community, and the platform offers a branded job site with automated job promotion through SEO, job boards, social media, and QR codes. Wirkn supports high-volume hiring with multi-location capabilities and collaboration tools, offering a centralized dashboard for tracking candidate progress and communication. The hiring manager app is available for both iPhone and Android, providing real-time messaging and templated responses. The platform also features video introductions to pre-screen candidates and a mobile-first UX optimized for Gen Y and Z. Wirkn offers a Pro plan at $49/month per location with unlimited job postings and two managers per location, as well as custom enterprise subscriptions with API access and HRTech integration.