PageUp

About PageUp

Founded in 1997 by Karen Cariss and Simon Cariss in Melbourne, Australia, PageUp has established itself as a significant entity in the talent management software sector. The initial impetus for the company came from Karen Cariss's own experiences with the difficulties of managing job applications during the early days of the business. This firsthand knowledge of recruitment challenges shaped the company's direction.

PageUp operates on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, providing a cloud-based talent management platform to a global client base. The company primarily serves mid-sized to large organizations, including multinational corporations and government departments, with a strong presence in industries such as healthcare, higher education, financial services, and manufacturing. Revenue is generated through subscriptions, with pricing typically based on the number of employees and the specific modules a client selects. The company's solutions are utilized in over 190 countries, demonstrating its extensive global reach.

The platform offers an end-to-end suite of tools designed to manage the entire employee lifecycle. This includes recruitment marketing, an applicant tracking system (ATS), onboarding, learning and development, performance management, and succession planning. A key component is the Clinch recruitment marketing platform, which features tools for creating branded career sites, candidate relationship management (CRM), and marketing automation. The system is designed to integrate with other HR software, such as HRIS and payroll systems, creating a more unified data flow. PageUp's platform is noted for its data and analytics capabilities, which allow HR professionals to track trends and make informed decisions.

Significant milestones in the company's history include securing a $10 million growth equity investment from Accel-KKR in 2012, followed by a major investment from Battery Ventures in 2018 to accelerate global growth. To expand its capabilities, PageUp has made several strategic acquisitions, including Clinch in 2019, and both eArcu and PathMotion in 2021. In 2024, the global investment organization EQT acquired PageUp, with the goal of furthering its international expansion and product innovation. In May 2025, the company consolidated its acquired brands, including eArcu and Clinch, under the single PageUp brand to create a more cohesive market identity.