Quil x Bullhorn - The hiring duo for recruitment firms

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If you work at a recruitment firm, as a freelance recruiter, or in corporate recruitment, you’re not alone in finding recruitment increasingly challenging. 

In 2024, the economy was the biggest concern for most recruitment firms. With revenues getting tighter, successful firms now rely on technology for more productivity and efficiency.  

Thus, including as many AI-powered tools as possible makes sense - staffing firms can focus more on revenue generation. 

With that in mind, here’s another integration duo that serves as the perfect recruitment assistant: Quil x Bullhorn. 

The integrations bring lots of cool features (like 0 ATS updates). Automation like this helps you fill 22% more jobs

Let’s take a closer look at what this integration brings. 

What is Bullhorn? 

Bullhorn is essentially a recruitment software. It’s trusted by over 10,000 staffing firms worldwide, which shows how amazing of a platform it is. Plus, it’s been around for 25 years, so these folks really know the recruitment industry inside out. 

With Quil’s AI notetaker, the platforms combine to help you focus on building stronger candidate and client relationships. 

What is an AI Notetaker?

AI notetakers mainly transcribe meetings. And then generate summaries. 

But Quil’s different. It’s an AI notetaker specifically designed for recruiters. With Quil, you can:

  • Transcribe meetings with exceptional accuracy.
  • Auto-update your ATS records with relevant details.
  • Generate candidate write-ups to share with your team or hiring managers.

And with Bullhorn where everything’s in one place, the recruiting process becomes much more simpler. 

The Bullhorn x Quil Integration - At A Glance

Here’s a snapshot of what the integration supports:

Feature

Status

Database Notes

Database Fields

Chrome Extension

Activity Types/Note Actions

Basically, it includes everything. 

Before we dig a little deeper into these features, let’s look at some of the metrics that define what a good recruitment firm looks like and how these tools help. 

What Makes A Good Recruitment Firm Great

There are thousands of staffing firms around the globe, but the US continues to lead in terms of its recruitment industry. In 2023, the US recruitment industry had an estimated worth of $158.7 billion

So the question is, what metrics help staffing firms stand out and how does technology (like this integration) play a role in that? 

Years of experience in the industry

First, the years of experience matter a ton. But if you haven’t evolved with time, those “20 years of experience” mean nothing in recruitment. 

That evolvement comes from actively using tools (like Quil and Bullhorn) to offer a great experience to clients, candidates, and hiring managers. 

Candidate placement success rates

Successful placements are the backbone of a great recruitment firm. Firms that placed candidates in under 20 days in 2023 were 65% more likely to see revenue growth. 

And here’s how Quil x Bullhorn improves placement: 

  • Ensures recruiters have the most up-to-date information.
  • AI reduces the time spent on manual searches, helping firms identify the right talent faster.

That means reduced time-to-fill and directly impacts revenue growth. 

Innovative recruitment strategies

In an industry where 43% of firms cite talent shortages as their biggest challenge, innovation is essential. Top-performing firms were 2.4 times more likely to automate tasks and leverage AI for candidate engagement (and you know what those AI tools are 😉)

Client satisfaction (& retention) rates

We all know client satisfaction drives repeat business and referrals. And data proves this: firms with self-service tools and automated workflows are three times more likely to win new business.

Here are two ways simple AI tools help boost these rates: 

1. Improve communication with AI notetakers (deliver accurate information and timely updates). 

2. Minimizes human errors thanks to automation. 

That translates to better responses, better placements, and better experiences for your clients. 

A Closer Look at the Features

We’ve seen how recruitment firms can improve certain metrics just by a small integration. Now, let’s take a look at what this integration brings to the table: 

Updates Database Notes

One of the most insane features Quil has is its simplified note management feature. This syncs meeting summaries directly into the “Summary” section of your Bullhorn candidate or contact records. 

That puts an end to copy-pasting and human errors. 

Fills in Database Fields

Next up, are the database fields. This is by far the most time-consuming job a recruiter has. But not anymore. 

Quil uses meeting information and auto-fills fields like: 

  • Current Position
  • Company
  • Educational Background

Plus, Quil also supports updates to custom fields such as String, TextArea, Integer, and more.

The Chrome Extension

With the Quil Chrome extension, accessing all these features becomes effortless. You can stay within your browser while linking meeting notes, updating Bullhorn records, and managing candidate data without toggling between platforms. 

Activity Types (Note Actions)

With Bullhorn, recruiters can set up custom "note actions" to organize their workflows. 

Quil takes it a step further. Its integration supports these activity types, so you can decide exactly where and how meeting notes are logged in Bullhorn. 

Simple, flawless, and completely customizable.

Why Bullhorn?

Bullhorn’s been around for 25 years, it has evolved tremendously, and 10,000 recruitment firms use it worldwide. But if those stats aren’t enough to capture your interest, here’s more: 

  • It’s an all-in-one platform: Source, search, place, and onboard candidates from a single cloud-based solution.
  • It has an automation-first approach - that means it automates repetitive tasks so you can focus on human things. 
  • It’s scalable. Bullhorn caters to small startups, mid-sized firms, and enterprise-level agencies (Leave no man behind). 

Add Quil to the mix, and you just cooked up a treat for yourself. 

Setting Up the Integration

The setup part for this is easy. No API. No other protocols. You just need to log in. 

1. Go to the Integrations tab and select Bullhorn.

2. Simply log in with your Bullhorn credentials.

3. Select your preferred “note actions” and map relevant fields to see if the updates are happening. 

4. And test out the integration (in case it doesn’t work, our support team is always there). 

Who This Integration Is For

This integration is perfect for the 10,000+ staffing firms at Bullhorn 😉. So it mostly helps: 

  • Third-party recruitment firms managing multiple clients and candidates.
  • Agency recruiters who juggle high-volume placements.
  • Hiring teams looking to reduce admin work and improve ATS accuracy.

Takeaway: Simplify Recruitment with Quil and Bullhorn

Recruiting is complex, but your tools shouldn’t make it harder. With Quil x Bullhorn, you automate note-taking, database updates, and activity logging, leaving you more time to connect with candidates, and clients, and get quality time to spend with your family too (because you won’t be updating the ATS).

If you’re a Bullhorn user and haven’t tried Quil, what are you waiting for? Book your 7-day free trial here

We’ll see you on the other side. 

FAQs

Where do Quil’s notes appear in Bullhorn?

They sync to the “Summary” section of your candidate or contact profiles.

What fields can Quil update?

Quil updates fields like Current Position, Company, Department, and any custom fields supported by Bullhorn.

Does Quil’s AI notetaker support other ATS platforms?

Yes, Quil integrates with Crelate, Zoho Recruit, and other leading ATS platforms.

How long does setup take?

You can complete the setup in just a few minutes!

Is the integration secure?

Absolutely. Quil follows strict security standards, including GDPR compliance.