According to Remote’s 2024 Global Workforce Report, 76 percent of hiring leaders in the UK have encountered CVs generated by AI containing false information, with 25 percent noting this occurs ‘frequently’.
More than 73 percent of UK companies believe AI-generated CVs have contributed to an increase in under-qualified applicants. Of these, 74 percent see this as a significant issue, with 33 percent describing it as ‘very significant’. The challenges posed by inaccurate CVs come at a time when 37 percent of UK businesses say a lack of candidates with the right skill sets as their primary hiring challenge.
Scope of the Issue Across Roles and Industries
AI-generated CVs have become a global phenomenon, with a particular prevalence in Australia (83%), Germany (77%), and the UK (76%). The report found that the issue becomes more pronounced in higher-level positions. In the UK, 81 percent of senior roles and 91 percent of executive roles attract at least some AI-generated CVs.
The size of the company also affects the likelihood of encountering AI-assisted resumes. While only 61 percent of UK companies with 10-50 employees reported the issue, the figure rises to 84 percent for businesses with 250-500 employees.
Certain industries are particularly affected, with HR (85%), education (83%), and finance (81%) reporting the highest levels of AI-generated CVs. Organisations with a reputation for recruiting beyond their local areas are especially vulnerable to fake and automated CVs compared to those hiring locally.
Impact on Recruitment
Anastasia Pshegodskaya, Director of Talent Acquisition at Remote, said, “Two years since generative AI hit the mainstream, we’re seeing an increasing number of applicants using AI not only to enhance their resumes but also to support them during the interview process. In turn, businesses are relying on AI as well, to manage the thousands of applications they sometimes receive for a single role and to streamline the overall hiring process.”
The influx of AI-generated CVs is a growing obstacle for recruiters seeking genuine, skilled candidates. While these tools can streamline job applications, the prevalence of inaccurate or misleading information undermines the recruitment process and adds complexity to hiring decisions.
