Under second review
This status usually means your application passed an initial pass and is being reviewed again by another decision layer.
Last updated: 2026-02-22
Also seen as: under second review, second review
Definition
Under second review usually means the team is conducting an additional evaluation step before deciding whether to advance or close your candidacy.
What’s usually happening behind the scenes
A hiring manager, panel member, or leadership reviewer is often validating fit after initial screening feedback.
Why it stays in this status
Additional reviewer availability and cross-team consensus steps commonly delay progress.
How long it usually lasts
It often lasts several business days to two weeks.
What usually doesn’t help
Assuming second review confirms an offer usually does not reflect typical hiring outcomes.
When action might make sense
If no timeline was shared, a concise follow-up is often reasonable after about one to two weeks. If a timeline was shared, following up after that window is often reasonable while continuing other active applications.
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Disclaimer
This page is general informational guidance and may not reflect every employer process or system behavior.