Jobwatch

How to post a job that attracts real candidates

A short guide for employers: what to write, how to price the role, and how to filter applicants effectively.

The best job posts are specific, honest, and short. Vague listings get vague applicants.

Write the title people actually search for

"Senior Frontend Engineer" wins over "Interface Wizard" every time. Match how candidates search.

Include salary

Roles that list a salary get 2–3× more qualified applicants. If you can't list a fixed number, list a band.

Show what the first 90 days look like

Candidates want to picture the work. A short paragraph on concrete outcomes beats a long list of "requirements".

Filter by fit, not by keyword count

Use JobWatch's AI match scores to sort applicants by how their profile actually maps to the role — not by whether they crammed the right buzzwords.

Steps

  1. 1

    Pick a searchable title

    Use standard, expected job titles — not internal or clever ones.

  2. 2

    Add the salary band

    Even a range doubles qualified applications.

  3. 3

    Describe the first 90 days

    One paragraph on outcomes the hire will own.

  4. 4

    Publish and monitor

    Watch the AI match scores and reach out to top matches within 48 hours.

Frequently asked questions