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FAQs for Referrers & Candidate
What does WYN stand for?
WYN is short for “Work Your Network”, because your network is your greatest career asset. It’s time to put it to work.
How much do I earn for a successful referral?
Transparency is key. You'll always see the exact referral reward amount before making a referral.
Our model is simple: companies pay a 10% success fee based on the hire's first-year base salary, and we share 50% of that fee directly with you. For example, for a £100,000 role, a successful referral earns you a £5,000 reward.
When and how do I receive my referral reward payment?
You receive your referral reward payment promptly, typically processed on the same day the candidate you referred starts their new role with the company.
Can I refer someone I know professionally but haven't worked with directly?
Yes, you can refer someone you know professionally, even if you haven't worked directly together. However, the weight of your referral considers your relationship (e.g., a manager's insight may be weighted differently than a peer's) and the specific context you provide about their skills and experience (like relevant projects or achievements). Providing detailed context strengthens your referral.
What happens if multiple people refer the same candidate? Who gets the reward?
WYN rewards proactiveness and quality. In cases where multiple people refer the same candidate for the same role, the reward typically goes to the first referrer who engages with the process, provided quality standards are met.
How is my referral tracked? Can I see the status?
Yes! You will be able to track each referral you make through your own dashboard on your profile.
Is there a limit to how many referrals I can make or how much I can earn?
No, there's no limit to the number of referrals you can make or the amount you can potentially earn. However, WYN emphasises quality. Your 'Credibility Score' heavily reflects your track record of making successful and relevant referrals.
What is the Credibility Score and how does it work?
This score (Out of 5) reflects your value as an expert and referral source, focusing on quality and engagement, not just volume.
It's built on several weighted areas:
  • Candidate Outcome & Engagement: (Most weighted) Tracks referred candidate progress (signup, interviews, offers).
  • Platform & Process Engagement: Measures your activity, responsiveness, and updates within WYN.
  • Domain Expertise & Historical Track Record: Considers your verified expertise and past referral success rate.
  • Candidate Relationship Depth: Gives more weight to referrals based on close working relationships (e.g., manager vs. acquaintance).
Your final score aggregates these components. You can see a full breakdown and track your referrals on your personal dashboard.
How do I get referred for jobs on WYN? Do I need an invitation?
Currently, WYN Careers is invite-only during our Beta phase. You can request access here.
Once you have access, you can free browse roles. To apply, you'll need a referral for that specific role – you can easily invite someone from your professional network via the platform to act as your referrer.
How does WYN protect my privacy when I apply or get referred? Who sees my profile?
Your privacy is paramount. Unlike platforms such as LinkedIn, WYN does not have a public profile search function. You maintain complete control over who sees your profile details, who you invite to act as your referrer, and who you choose to refer.
Can I see who referred me for a role?
Yes, absolutely. Transparency is key. You will see who initiated the referral, and both you and the referrer must confirm the connection and relationship before the referral is submitted to the hiring company, ensuring you are always in control of your data and participation.
How is applying through WYN different or better than applying directly?
Traditional job platforms focus on volume; WYN focuses on quality and trust.
Applying through WYN means your profile is submitted based on a credible referral, instantly differentiating you from hundreds of other applicants. You are seen as a high-signal candidate, significantly improving your visibility and chances of landing your dream job, bypassing potential ATS filters or the 'CV black hole'.
Is WYN Careers completely free for individuals (referrers and candidates) to use?
Yes! WYN is completely free for individuals to join, whether you are referring others or looking for opportunities yourself. In fact, we reward quality participation and pay significant cash bonuses for successful referrals.
Do I need to be actively job hunting to use WYN?
Not at all! WYN is for everyone in the professional world. Refer talented colleagues to great opportunities, build your professional reputation, and earn rewards—whether you're job hunting or happily employed.
The strongest referrals come from people who truly know someone's work, not just their CV. Your insider perspective is what makes WYN powerful.
How do I get started with WYN? What are the steps to sign up?
Getting started is simple:
  1. Request Beta Access: Since we're currently invite-only, request your Beta key here.
  1. Sign Up: Create your profile in less than a minute.
  1. Discover & Act: Browse exclusive roles to apply for (via a referral you initiate) or share relevant roles with your network to start referring.
FAQs for Companies
Is posting really free?
Yes, posting jobs on WYN Careers is completely free, with no hidden charges.
We operate on a success-based model, meaning you only pay a fee after you successfully hire a candidate through our network.
This ensures we're fully aligned with your hiring success.
What are the costs involved when hiring through WYN? How is the Success Fee calculated?
Our success fee for making a hire through WYN Careers is a flat 10% of the candidate's agreed-upon base salary for the first year.
This transparent, success-based fee is significantly lower than traditional agency costs and is only payable after your chosen candidate has accepted the offer.
How does WYN compare to a traditional recruitment agency?
Traditional agencies typically charge 25-30% of salary and offer access to their network.
WYN provides access to a uniquely broad, peer-to-peer referral network and significantly reduces cost with just a 10% success fee, payable only upon hiring.
We offer a cost-effective way to tap into high-quality, validated talent pools often missed by agencies, without needing a dedicated in-house recruiter for sourcing.
How long does it take to post a job vacancy?
WYN is designed for speed. You can post a detailed job vacancy in less than one minute.
What information do I need to provide when posting a role?
Our goal is to make it incredibly easy for referrers to instantly think of matching candidates in their network. We keep job posting requirements simple and streamlined.
You'll typically provide:
  • Company Name
  • Job Title
  • Salary Range
  • Location & Work Arrangement (Onsite, Hybrid, Remote)
  • Key Responsibilities / Projects
  • Required Years of Experience
  • Essential Languages (if any)
How quickly can I expect to receive referrals after posting a job?
Referral speed depends on the role's specifics and the clarity of your job post. However, our network is notified immediately.
Providing detailed requirements helps our referrers quickly identify the best talent, often resulting in initial high-quality referrals within 24-72 hours for well-defined roles.
How does WYN integrate with our existing Applicant Tracking System (ATS)?
We are actively developing integrations with major Applicant Tracking System (ATS) providers. To discuss integration possibilities for your specific ATS or use case, please contact the WYN team.
How much time/effort is required from my team to manage the WYN process?
WYN significantly reduces the time your team spends on sourcing and initial screening. Our platform streamlines candidate discovery via referrals, allowing your team to focus their effort on reviewing high-potential, matched candidates and conducting interviews.
How exactly do you ensure the quality of referred candidates?
This is our Secret Sauce! Each user is tied to a 'Credibility Score' to ensure high-quality candidates.
This is based on:
  • Referrer Quality: Industry and functional expertise, referral track record, verified relationship to the candidate.
  • Candidate Validation: Industry and functional expertise, relevant project work (if applicable), real-world examples provided by the referrer, historical performance data (where available).
  • Feedback Loops: We incorporate feedback from previous interactions to continuously refine quality.
This multi-factor approach prioritises candidates validated by knowledgeable peers.
Where do the referrals come from? Who is in your 'expert network'?
Our 'expert network' is potentially anyone with valuable professional connections. However, WYN doesn't treat all referrals equally. We prioritise referrals from individuals whose expertise and network align with the specific job requirements, using our 'Credibility Score'. This score evaluates factors like domain expertise, successful referral track record, and feedback, ensuring referrals from knowledgeable, trusted sources are given the most weight.
What makes WYN different from setting up our own internal employee referral program?
Internal employee referral programs are valuable but often face limitations that WYN overcomes:
  • Limited Reach: Restricted to your current employees' networks. WYN opens referrals up to a much wider external network of professionals.
  • Variable Quality: Often lack mechanisms to ensure referral quality or referrer accountability. WYN uses credibility scoring and feedback loops.
  • Tracking Challenges: Internal programs can struggle with transparent tracking for referrers and candidates. WYN provides clear tracking for all parties involved.
WYN complements internal efforts by providing broader reach, higher signal quality through peer validation, and transparent tracking, leading to better results without overwhelming your TA team.
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