Chilean human resources software provider Buk has launched Luk, a new job portal designed to make recruitment simpler, faster, and more human against the backdrop of a 9.5 percent national unemployment rate. The platform puts candidates at the center of the hiring process and uses artificial intelligence to match employers with qualified professionals. It is available free of charge to companies regardless of whether they are existing Buk clients, with an initial presence across several Latin American markets.
Responding to a Challenging Labor Market
Buk is entering a recruitment landscape where traditional job boards often operate as static repositories, accumulating high volumes of applications rather than focusing on relevant matches. This dynamic creates frustration for candidates and consumes significant time for human resources teams that must review unsuitable CVs. According to company research, 78 percent of applicants perceive the application experience as a direct reflection of an employer internal culture, making respectful selection a competitive advantage.
Prioritizing Candidate Experience
Luk seeks to correct this imbalance by focusing on the quality of each application rather than the volume of submissions. The platform uses predictive evaluation technology and profile optimization to help recruiters identify candidates whose skills align with the specific requirements of each vacancy. Buk says this approach reduces bias and administrative workload while giving job seekers a more transparent and responsive experience.
How the Portal Functions
Applicants can build profiles, upload their CVs, and apply for vacancies with a single click, providing richer information to improve matching. Employers can publish openings at no cost and manage applications from an intuitive dashboard, while the technology filters and highlights the most suitable candidates. For companies using the selection module from Buk, applications arrive directly in their existing recruitment workflow without the need to create a separate account.
Employer Integration Options
Organizations that already use the Buk human resources software and its selection module benefit from a native integration with Luk, allowing them to receive and review candidates within their usual processes. Companies that do not use Buk or lack the selection module can register independently through a corporate account and still publish job offers for free. The portal is also compatible with other applicant tracking systems, expanding its potential adoption among employers with different technology stacks.
Regional Adoption and Company Momentum
Luk is already active in Chile, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil, with more than one thousand companies registered and over four thousand active job offers. Buk reports that thousands of active users are engaging with the portal as it continues to roll out new capabilities. In parallel, the company announced that it surpassed one hundred million US dollars in annual recurring revenue this year, serving more than eleven thousand clients and growing at close to 50 percent annually.
With Luk, Buk is bringing its experience in human resources technology to the job board category with a clear emphasis on candidate experience, employer efficiency, and regional expansion. The platform's free model may attract organizations that want to modernize recruitment without adding immediate costs, while its integration options support adoption across different systems. As the portal adds new functionalities, its long term impact will depend on delivering consistent value to both job seekers and hiring teams.