SimplyHired
SimplyHired, a publishing partner of Indeed, is a job aggregator site, mobile application, and online recruitment advertising network. SimplyHired, which is owned by Recruit Holdings, aggregates job listings from thousands of websites, which it then distributes.
The U.S.-based platform caters to the global employment market and features local pages for international regions, including one for Australia, which was launched in 2008. The site currently attracts more than 200,000 monthly page visits from Australia alone.
Pricing:
Users can post jobs on SimplyHired's Australian page through its partner site Indeed and can either publish a free job posting or pay for a sponsored listing.
To help you decide how much to spend, an estimator tool will give you an idea of how many applications you can expect. The higher your budget, the more applications you will attract.
Review:
SimplyHired is a general job aggregator that features country-specific pages, including one for Australia. The platform gathers job postings from local affiliated sites and users can post to the job board via its partner platform Indeed. Free job posts and listing distribution make it an attractive option for Australian employers.
Through Indeed, SimplyHired offers some great features, such as applicant management, job description tools, and a salary estimator. Despite negative reviews from U.S. customers, it is still a competitive option for recruiting in Australia. However, it does not attract as much traffic as leading local sites, such as SEEK and Workforce Australia.
Pros:
- The site features resources that help employers craft effective job descriptions.
- SimplyHired offers a selection of useful features and services, including applicant tracking and management services.
- The site has a country-specific page for Australia.
- The platform collects postings from third-party sites and shares them for increased visibility.
- SimplyHired is more affordable than Australia's leading job board SEEK.
Cons:
- SimplyHired does not offer locally-based or Australia-specific customer support or resources.
- The site has received many negative customer reviews. These are, however, mostly from U.S. users.
- Top local job boards like Workforce Australia and Jora attract more monthly page visits than SimplyHired's Australian site.
Reputation:
On Trustpilot, SimplyHired has over 120 customer reviews with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars. Many of the customer complaints seem to focus on a lack of customer support.
How to Post a Job on SimplyHired:
Seven easy steps for posting a job on SimplyHired's Australian page.
Posting a job on SimplyHired.
Go to the SimplyHired Australian website.
From the home page, click on "Post Jobs" in the top right corner.
Start the job posting process.
In the center of the page, click on the "Post jobs FREE" button.
Create an employer account.
You will be redirected to Indeed. Fill out the online form with your company details and click on "Save and continue."
Create your job post.
On the next page, fill out the field with some of your company information and the listing you'd like to advertise. Then, click on "Save and continue." Follow the prompts to create your job post.
Add more details about your listing, such as the type and start date. Once you're done, click on "Save and continue."
Enter the listing's compensation and benefits, and click on "Save and continue."
Add the job description and click on "Save and continue."
You can preview your listing by clicking on "Show Preview."
Set your application preferences and communication settings. Then, click on "Save and continue."
Add pre-screening questions and click on "Save and continue."
Preview your job ad.
Next, preview your listing. Check it for accuracy and click on the pencil icon next to the fields you'd like to edit. When you're happy with your job post, click on "Confirm" at the bottom of the page.
Set a budget.
You can choose to sponsor your job for increased visibility by setting a daily budget and clicking on "Save and continue," following which you will need to complete your billing information.
If you don't want to sponsor your ad, simply click "Post without budget" at the bottom of the page and submit your job post.
Verify your identity.
You will be prompted to provide proof of your identity. Click the "Verify with manual input" link to manually enter the information required for the verification process and follow the prompts.
SimplyHired vs. SEEK:
In terms of traffic received from Australia, SimplyHired doesn't have the same local reach as SEEK. SimplyHired also doesn't host a resume database, which SEEK does. Although SEEK is one of the most popular job boards in Australia, it is also among the more expensive ones, making SimplyHired the better option if you're on a tight budget.
SimplyHired vs. Adzuna:
SimplyHired and Adzuna both advertise local and global general vacancies. While SimplyHired offers a free job posting service, Adzuna's standard listing costs A$149.00 + GST. Both platforms offer employer branding and an applicant tracking system but lack resume searches. Adzuna, however, is the more popular option for local hiring.
SimplyHired vs. CareerOne:
Like SimplyHired's Australian page, CareerOne also allows for free job postings. Unlike SimplyHired, CareerOne is not a global job board and caters specifically to the Australian market. Both offer a range of useful features, including applicant tracking and distribution to other job sites. Both are great cost-effective options.
Key Information
Legal Name | SH Inc. |
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Founding Date | Jan 01, 2003 |
Address | 525 Almanor Avenue, Suite 100, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 USA |
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FAQs:
What is SimplyHired?
SimplyHired is an international job aggregator that features country-specific pages for different regions, including one for Australia.
Are SimplyHired and Indeed the same?
In 2016, Recruit Holdings, the Japan-based group that owns Indeed.com, acquired SimplyHired, but the platform still operates as a separate job search destination.
How can I create a SimplyHired account?
- Visit simplyhired.com.au.
- Click on "Sign In / Create Account" in the top-right corner of the page.
- You can then use social login (either Facebook or Google) to register with SimplyHired.
How do I find the best freelancers on SimplyHired?
Always be very specific about job requirements when you post an ad. SimplyHired casts its nets wide, so you will get freelancers with varying skills and abilities applying. It is then up to you to employ your skills, resources, knowledge, and discretion to select the best of the bunch.