Lever

Modern ATS and CRM built for collaborative hiring

UpdatedMay 2, 2026

Paid Cloud

Lever is a cloud-based applicant tracking system that combines ATS functionality with a built-in candidate relationship management (CRM) tool called LeverTRM. Popular with fast-growing technology companies and scale-ups in the US and Europe. Known for strong collaboration features, automated nurture campaigns, and a modern UI. Commercial SaaS owned by Employ Inc.

Key features

Integrated ATS and CRM (LeverTRM)
Candidate nurture and email sequences
Collaborative hiring workflows
Interview scheduling and feedback
DEI analytics and reporting
Referral management
Sourcing via LinkedIn and Chrome extension

Notable integrations

LinkedInSlackBambooHRWorkdayDocuSign

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Alternatives

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