Freshteam MCP Server for Cursor 12 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.
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About Freshteam MCP Server
Connect your Freshteam account to any AI agent to automate your HR operations and recruitment workflows through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Freshteam is the smart HR software by Freshworks that handles everything from recruiting and onboarding to time-off management. This MCP server enables you to manage your employee directory, track active job postings, and retrieve applicant data directly through natural conversation.
Cursor's Agent mode turns Freshteam into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Freshteam and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 12 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
Key Features
- Employee Directory — List all employees, retrieve detailed HR profiles, and programmatically create new employee records.
- Recruitment Tracking — Access your active job postings and list all applicants for specific roles to manage your hiring pipeline.
- Applicant Discovery — Retrieve detailed candidate profiles and application statuses instantly.
- Time-off Management — Monitor employee time-off requests and leave balances to ensure proper workforce coverage.
- Organization Structure — Access configured departments, job roles, and office branches to understand your company's hierarchy.
- Real-time Synchronization — Keep your HR data accessible to your AI assistant without leaving your primary workspace.
The Freshteam MCP Server exposes 12 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Freshteam to Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Freshteam MCP Server with Cursor.
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server
Start using Freshteam
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Freshteam, help me...". 12 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Freshteam MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Freshteam through the Model Context Protocol.
Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
Freshteam + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Freshteam MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP
Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically
Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates
Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data
Freshteam MCP Tools for Cursor (12)
These 12 tools become available when you connect Freshteam to Cursor via MCP:
check_hris_status
Verify API connection
create_employee_record
Create an employee
get_applicant_details
Get candidate profile
get_employee_details
Get employee metadata
get_job_posting_details
Get job metadata
list_departments
List HR departments
list_employees
List HR employees
list_job_applicants
List job candidates
list_job_postings
List active job openings
list_job_roles
List job roles
list_office_branches
List office locations
list_time_off_requests
List leave requests
Example Prompts for Freshteam in Cursor
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Freshteam immediately.
"List all active job postings in Freshteam."
"Show me the HR profile for employee 'Jane Smith'."
"Create a new employee record for 'John Doe' (johndoe@email.com)."
Troubleshooting Freshteam MCP Server with Cursor
Common issues when connecting Freshteam to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Freshteam + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Freshteam MCP Server with Cursor.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
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Connect Freshteam to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 12 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.