How to Use the Workable MCP in Claude

Q: Can I list all Workable candidates using Claude Desktop?

Yep. Just run listallcandidates. It pulls every candidate across all jobs into the chat context. You'll get a comprehensive manifest of who you need to review.

Q: What should I do if my Claude Desktop calls to Workable fail?

First, check your local configuration file (claudedesktopconfig.json). Make sure the server endpoint is correctly listed under mcpServers and that you fully restarted the application afterward.

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Get a full list of active job openings

Need to know what roles are open? Use `list_jobs` to get details on all current positions. This immediately shows you the necessary Job IDs, which is what you'll need for subsequent calls. It doesn't just give titles; it lists every active opening Workable manages. You can then feed those job parameters into other tools, like getting specific requirements using `get_job_details`.

Pull detailed candidate profiles directly

Don't waste time searching through spreadsheets. Calling `get_candidate_profile` pulls all the necessary details for a single person. It gives you name, history, and any attached notes Workable keeps on file. If you need to check multiple people, start by running `list_all_candidates`. That function generates the list of IDs you feed into the profile retrieval tool.

List all connected hiring accounts

You can see which external accounts are linked through Workable using `list_linked_accounts`. This is crucial for tracking data sources and making sure your scripts hit every target. If you're managing a team, the `list_account_members` tool shows exactly who on the hiring committee has access. It helps ensure your agent calls are directed to the right people.

Setup guide

Set up Workable MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Workable MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Workable MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under workable-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Workable MCP in Claude Desktop

It’s simple: You set up the MCP Server by adding it under the `mcpServers` key in your local configuration file. Since you're on the Desktop app, the tools run as subprocesses right there on your machine.

The MCP Server handles candidate records and job opening data. This includes text fields for profiles and structured IDs for both candidates and jobs, which you can use in your local code.

Yep. Just run `list_all_candidates`. It pulls every candidate across all jobs into the chat context. You'll get a comprehensive manifest of who you need to review.

Yes, if Workable is publicly reachable, you can add it via the Integrations settings in the browser. It works across Free, Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

First, check your local configuration file (`claude_desktop_config.json`). Make sure the server endpoint is correctly listed under `mcpServers` and that you fully restarted the application afterward.

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