Paradox Conversational CRM
Paradox — A conversational recruitment software that takes the work off your hands
Paradox offers software for conversational recruitment, as well as an AI assistant (Olivia) that automates a wide range of recruitment tasks—from job search and application to pre-screening, scheduling, and recruitment events, all the way through to video interviews, job offers, and onboarding. The solution integrates with leading HR systems such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and Indeed, supports over 100 languages, and is certified to SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Paradox was acquired by Workday.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- SOC 2 Type II
- ISO 27001
- EU-U.S. Privacy Shield (vendor-stated)
- Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield (vendor-stated)
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
European Union
Hosting
Paradox cites a comprehensive information security program and industry‑recognized standards. Secure data exports supported via sFTP. Encryption at rest/in transit inferred given SOC 2/ISO 27001 controls.
Retention & deletion
After the agreement expires or ends, Paradox makes the relevant client data available as a CSV file for 30 days and then deletes it.
Platform supports clients’ GDPR/CCPA compliance efforts; vendor references ethical/transparent AI principles and accessibility aligned to industry guidelines.
Feature Scope
Core CRM capabilities: (1) Find/Pre-screen: Ask screening questions via SMS/chat to qualify leads before CRM entry; automatically reach out when relevant jobs open. (2) Organize/Pipeline: Build and segment pipelines by location, interests, and qualifications; saved search criteria to personalize alerts. (3) Campaigns: Bulk SMS/email campaigns with templates, scheduling, and automation; assistant can write campaigns. (4) Job Alerts: Regular text/email alerts to known candidates; notify existing talent about newly opened jobs first. (5) Convert/Assessments: Short visual career interest assessments (RIASEC) to surface soft skills/personality; candidates receive results. (6) Measure/Analytics: Track conversions, real-time conversations, sources of applicants/hires; 1,000+ metrics with dashboards, conditional filters; export metrics securely via sFTP to BI tools. (7) LinkedIn Connect: 1‑click export from LinkedIn; candidate insights surface in LinkedIn Recruiter; auto-sync profiles and recruiting activity to Paradox. (8) Multilingual: Detects and responds in 100+ languages; admin UI/localization supported across many languages. (9) Personalization: Customize assistant’s voice, tone, and photo to match employer brand. (10) Surveys: Collect candidate and interview feedback via text or in-app. (11) Accessibility: Experiences designed to substantially conform to industry accessibility guidelines. (12) Global/Privacy: Tools to support local regulations across regions. (13) Events: Automate registration, reminders, screening, Q&A, and instant scheduling for recruiting events and early-career pipelines. (14) Integrations: Direct integrations and open API with leading ATS/HCM/CRM/job boards; messaging via SMS/WhatsApp/Messenger; calendar/email sync; Job distribution to Indeed Apply. Security & compliance: Industry-recognized standards with a comprehensive information security program; SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications; GDPR/CCPA support; Privacy Shield certifications (per vendor statements). Data handling options include secure sFTP exports.
Pricing hints: Offered via demo/contact sales. Costs may vary by usage/volumes (e.g., messaging/SMS) and integrations.
Security hints: Paradox states industry-recognized security standards and certifications; SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certified; EU‑U.S. and Swiss‑U.S. Privacy Shield certified; comprehensive written information security program. Secure data exports via sFTP supported.
Compliance hints: Supports clients’ efforts under GDPR and CCPA; platform is designed with fairness/ethical AI principles (transparent, explainable, fair, accountable, secure, safe); accessibility aligned to industry-standard guidelines; global tooling to comply with local regulations.
Implementation hints: Integrates via direct connectors and open API with leading ATS/HCM/CRM, messaging apps, and calendars; LinkedIn CRM Connect enables 1‑click export and automatic profile/activity sync. No specific implementation timelines or migration details provided. Public API documentation available (e.g., send interview alerts endpoint).
Support hints: Self-service Help Center and FAQ available; contact options via site. Global office footprint noted.
Integration hints: Direct integrations and open API with ATS/HCM/CRM leaders; featured: Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Indeed (Indeed Apply). Categories supported include ATS, HCM, CRM, job boards, assessments, WOTC, Form I‑9, background checks, programmatic advertising/agency partners, system integrators, video, messaging (SMS/WhatsApp/Messenger), and email/calendar sync. LinkedIn Recruiter connect for CRM. API endpoints available for candidate, scheduling, and interview workflows.
Event creation and templates to launch events in minutes; support for in-person and virtual events with native/integrated video; flexible event types (seasonal, campus, hiring days, orientations); automated SMS/email campaigns to promote events and re-engage past attendees; pipeline nurturing with custom filtering and segmenting (e.g., prior attendees, silver medalists); automated reminders, AI-powered Q&A, and instant interview scheduling; 1:1 texting with candidates; candidate evaluations/feedback flows (noted for campus use); analytics and ROI insights on registrations, attendance, engagement, conversion, and hiring outcomes; personalized, passwordless registration via QR codes, event landing pages, keywords/short codes, and kiosk mode powered by the AI assistant; mobile-first experience for candidates and managers; multilingual assistant that detects and responds in 100+ languages; surveys for real-time candidate sentiment; assistant personalization (voice, tone, photo) as an employer brand ambassador; Indeed Apply distribution and simplified applications (claim of +21% click likelihood); accessibility commitments to industry-standard guidelines; integrations via open API and direct connectors (ATS/HCM/CRM, job boards, video, calendar/email, messaging apps, assessments, I-9, background checks, WOTC, programmatic/agency partners); analytics export via sFTP to BI tools; global/localization support for privacy, scalability, security, and compliance. Security highlights include industry-recognized standards; FAQs note SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications.
Pricing hints: Request a demo.
Security hints: Site emphasizes reliability and certified security; FAQs state SOC 2 Type II compliance and ISO 27001 certification; also references EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield certifications.
Compliance hints: GDPR and CCPA: Paradox maintains a written information security program and provides features to help clients meet their obligations; Ethical AI principles (transparent, explainable, fair, accountable, secure, safe); Accessibility aligned to industry-standard guidelines.
Implementation hints: Events can be built in minutes using templates; most virtual events can be set up in minutes per FAQ; passwordless/QR/kiosk registration reduces setup friction.
Support hints: Help Center/Support Center for clients; contact options via site; Global footprint with offices in US, UK, AU, IL, and VN.
Integration hints: Open API plus direct integrations across ATS/HCM/CRM, job boards (e.g., Indeed), Workday and SAP SuccessFactors partnerships, video conferencing for virtual interviews, messaging apps (SMS, WhatsApp, Messenger), calendar/email for scheduling, assessments, WOTC, I‑9/E-Verify, background check, programmatic/job advertising, consultants/system integrators; analytics export via sFTP.
Features at a Glance
Recruiting & ATS
- Career site
- Interview scheduling
- AI screening/ranking
- Recruiting analytics
Security & IT
- SSO/SAML
Analytics
- Custom reports
- Dashboards
Integrations
- Slack integration
Data & API
- Data export
- API
Mobile
- Responsive UI
Compliance
- GDPR
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
On request
Implementation
Direct connectors and an open API for ATS/HCM/CRM, messaging apps, calendars, and job boards. LinkedIn Connect enables 1‑click export and auto‑sync. Public API documentation (e.g., interview alerts) is available. Secure sFTP exports for BI/reporting.
Support
Email · Help center/FAQ · Web form
Time zones: - Global
Self‑service Help Center and FAQs available.
Integrations
Workday
HRIS/HCMIncludes ATS via Workday Recruiting; direct integration
SAP SuccessFactors
HRIS/HCMIncludes ATS; direct integration
Indeed Apply
Job boardJob distribution/apply integration
LinkedIn (CRM Connect)
CRM/SourcingVendor describes CRM Connect‑style sync; product page references LinkedIn Connect
Paradox Open API
APIPublic API for candidate, scheduling, interview workflows
sFTP exports
OtherSecure data export of metrics to BI tools
Background check partners
Background checksCategory supported
Form I‑9/E‑Verify partners
I‑9/E‑VerifyCategory supported
Programmatic advertising/agency partners
Programmatic advertisingCategory supported
System integrators
OtherImplementation partners
Video partners
VideoCategory supported
UKG
ATSDirect integration for jobs and candidate/apply workflows
Indeed
OtherJob board; supports Indeed Apply toggle and full-apply on Indeed
Open API
APIPublic/open API for integrations
sFTP
OtherSecure metric and data export to BI tools
Two‑way messaging channel
LinkedIn Recruiter
CRM/SourcingLinkedIn Connect: 1‑click export to Paradox; candidate insights surface in LinkedIn Recruiter; auto‑sync profiles and activity
SSO (generic)
SSOSSO-protected internal career sites
Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
OtherAnalytics backbone; 1,000+ metrics and dashboards
WOTC partners
WOTCCategory supported
SMS
MessagingTwo‑way texting for screening, campaigns, job alerts, surveys
Calendar/Email sync (Google/Microsoft)
Calendar/EmailCommon providers supported
Facebook Messenger
MessagingTwo‑way messaging channel
