How to Use the HiBob MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I set up the HiBob MCP Server in VS Code Copilot?

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your repository. Add the server details to the mcpServers block and commit it. Everyone who pulls the repo gets the tools automatically.

Q: Can VS Code Copilot pull HiBob payroll records?

Yes. Copilot uses the getpayrollhistory tool to retrieve your platform's historical payment logs. You just ask the chat panel to fetch the data for a specific timeframe.

Equip your team with HR automation via this MCP Server. VS Code Copilot reads and writes HiBob data straight from the editor.

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Share HR tools across your VS Code team

The `list_open_tasks` tool lets Copilot read pending company items directly inside your IDE. Because you configure this MCP Server in a shared `.vscode/mcp.json` file, every developer on your team gets instant access to the same administrative data. Nobody has to leave their editor to handle HR chores. Your agent pulls custom dropdowns via `list_company_settings_lists` and marks items done using `complete_task`. The whole team stays focused on their code instead of switching tabs.

Query the employee directory with Copilot

The `search_employees` tool gives your agent the ability to filter and retrieve active staff profiles. You type a name or department into the chat, and Copilot formats the JSON search criteria to pull the exact match. It works for basic contact info too. Copilot grabs phone numbers and emails using `list_public_profiles`. If HR adds a new hire, your agent fires off the welcome email via the `invite_employee` endpoint without you opening a browser.

Check time off via this MCP Server

The `get_leave_balance` tool retrieves vacation accruals for specific employees. You ask Copilot how many days you have left, and it pulls the exact number from your HR system. It handles the submission process as well. Copilot builds a JSON payload with your policy type and dates, then triggers `request_time_off`. You check who else is on vacation using `get_whos_out`, or read salary and benefit details via `get_employee_compensation`.

Setup guide

Set up HiBob MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the HiBob MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the HiBob tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent HiBob transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hibob-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about HiBob MCP in VS Code Copilot

Create a `.vscode/mcp.json` file in your repository. Add the server details to the `mcpServers` block and commit it. Everyone who pulls the repo gets the tools automatically.

Yes. Copilot uses the `get_payroll_history` tool to retrieve your platform's historical payment logs. You just ask the chat panel to fetch the data for a specific timeframe.

It does. If you don't want to commit the config to a specific repository, open the command palette and select the global user configuration. Copilot will load the tools across all your projects.

You don't have to format anything. Tell the agent your dates and the type of leave. Copilot constructs the required JSON string and executes the tool for you.

Enterprise security is built into the Vinkius architecture. When Copilot accesses salary information via `get_employee_compensation`, it relies on a zero-trust, ephemeral connection. The data hits your local editor memory and the sandbox terminates immediately.

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