A transparent referral process improves trust for both seekers and referrers. Each state maps to a clear action and expected outcome.
Pending
The request is live and waiting for a verified referrer to pick it up.
Under Review
A referrer is reviewing candidate details and deciding whether to submit internally.
Terminal states
- Referred: referrer confirms submission to internal HR system.
- Declined: request is closed with a quick reason code.
- CANCELLED: seeker cancels while still eligible.
Expired requests can trigger automatic credit refunds based on platform policy.