Is Clera free for candidates?

Yes, Clera is completely free for job seekers. Companies pay when they hire you.

How does Clera match me to roles?

Clera chats with you over iMessage or WhatsApp to learn your experience, preferences, and dealbreakers, then uses AI to match you with relevant opportunities.

What types of roles does Clera offer?

Clera focuses on roles at startups backed by top investors like a16z, Index Ventures, Y Combinator, and Sequoia, covering engineering, product, design, and more.

How long does it take to get an interview?

On average, candidates get their first interview within 8 days of starting with Clera.

Can I control which companies see my profile?

Yes, Clera only introduces you to roles you explicitly express interest in, giving you full control over the process.

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What is Clera

Clera is an AI-powered talent agent that matches candidates to startup roles via iMessage and WhatsApp. It learns your preferences and dealbreakers in minutes, then surfaces relevant opportunities and makes direct introductions to hiring companies, eliminating the need for traditional job applications.

Key Features

AI agent that interacts via iMessage and WhatsApp to understand your career goals

Curates personalized role recommendations from startup networks backed by top investors

Directly introduces you to hiring managers, skipping the application process

Fast turnaround – average 8 days to first interview

Free for candidates; companies pay upon hire

Use Cases

Tech professionals seeking startup roles without spending hours searching and applying
Passive job seekers who want opportunities surfaced to them via messaging
Talent looking for roles backed by top VCs like a16z, YC, and Sequoia
Candidates wanting personalized, high-touch job matching without a recruiter

Why do startups need this tool?

Clera provides startups with pre-vetted, highly matched candidates, reducing the time and cost of hiring. It filters out mismatched resumes and delivers talent that fits both skills and culture, enabling faster decisions and better hires.