Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Transaction Manager

JLL · Toronto, ON

On-site

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

Transaction Manager – JLL

What this job involves: JLL is seeking a dynamic Transaction Manager to provide reliable, timely, and efficient support to our Retail team in Toronto. This role involves working with diverse internal and external stakeholders at all levels while requiring independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize workloads in a fast-paced environment. The position offers comprehensive support services to the brokerage team and contributes directly to JLL's transaction success and client satisfaction objectives.

What your day-to-day will look like: 

  • Preparation and filing of legal documentation, including mandates, confidentiality agreements, etc.

  • Calendar management and event bookings

  • Coordination of the deal administration process, including trade records, invoicing, FINTRAC, etc.

  • Maintain and update various databases, including Salesforce, Eloqua, etc.

  • Support and coordinate the production of promotional documents.

  • Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities assigned

  • Manage transactions from start to finish including needs assessment, financial analysis, site selection, and lease negotiations

  • Prepare reports, proposals, contracts, letters, and documentation including offer documents and market surveys

  • Coordinate and conduct property tours with tenants while responding to offers and providing client reporting

  • Participate in client meetings and calls for market updates and provide ongoing day-to-day client support

  • Collaborate with marketing teams to prepare listing materials, photographs, signage, brochures, and online marketing content

  • Track active transactions, pitches, win-ratios, and maintain team CRM systems

  • Complete post-transaction closeout activities including trade records, documentation collection, and payment coordination

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field

  • 5-8 years of experience in a similar role

  • Strong analytical and financial modeling skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems

  • Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills

  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Commercial real estate license or certification

  • Experience with retail real estate transactions

  • Knowledge of Toronto commercial real estate market

  • Experience with lease negotiations and documentation

  • Marketing and presentation software proficiency

  • Project management experience

  • Client relationship management experience

Estimated compensation for this position:

90,000.00 – 100,000.00 CAD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Toronto, ON

Opening Type:

Replacement

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [email protected]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.