> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.join.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.join.com/post-and-promote-jobs/book-paid-job-ads.md). # Book paid job ads Book premium job ads from a job's Store tab or the Store, pay at checkout, assign products from your inventory and track every booking in one place. Paid Multiposting lets you boost the visibility of your job ads with premium products, so you reach more targeted and qualified candidates. Every job published in JOIN is shared across selected organic job channels, and you can add exposure through **premium job boards**, available as part of JOIN’s Paid Multiposting functionality. All candidates, regardless of source, are collected centrally in JOIN, so you manage your applications from a single interface. ## Quick steps 1. Go to `Jobs` > `Active` and click `Promote` on the job you want to boost. 2. In the job's `Store` tab, add Smart Spend, a bundle or a single product to your cart. 3. Open `Your Cart` in the top right and click `Proceed to checkout`. 4. Choose your payment method and place your order. 5. Track the booking in `Store` > `Bookings`. *** ## Premium job boards These are channels that offer paid products to share your job. You purchase a single product or slot, or a bundle of products with premium job boards suitable for your job ad. Premium products include niche job portals and social platforms as well as general job boards. After you publish a job, JOIN shows recommended products for it, which you open with the job's `Promote` button. You can explore job boards and special offers on the `Store` > [Discover](https://join.com/promote/discover) tab in your account. For the best performance, upload all your company's current job openings to JOIN and let them be posted on organic job boards. Publishing all your job ads at the same time increases your organic reach and supports your premium bookings. *** ## Benefits of promoting jobs Promoting your job on premium job boards offers several advantages for your hiring process: * **Enhanced visibility**: Premium postings receive top-tier placement and benefit from recurring refreshes, keeping your job ad at the top of search results. This means your listing is seen by more job seekers than standard postings. * **Targeted reach**: Many premium job boards offer audience targeting by industry, location, or job function. This helps you reach more active job seekers and attracts qualified passive candidates who may not be browsing general job boards. * **Higher-quality candidates**: Premium platforms tend to attract skilled professionals who are serious about their next career move. This improves the quality of applications and increases your chances of finding a strong match. *** ## Organic vs paid job ads JOIN automatically distributes job ads for free across a wide range of job boards, aggregators, and search engines (e.g. Google for Jobs) through multiposting. These free job postings give you basic visibility. Premium job ads let you increase exposure by promoting your job with premium products from various job boards. This can help you attract more candidates, faster. Think of this as running an advertising campaign for your job. The main distinction is in visibility and, consequently, accessibility to candidates. Free ads initially appear at the top of search results when published but gradually move further down over time. Premium ads, however, are regularly refreshed by job boards, keeping them prominently displayed at the top of search results. This enhanced visibility allows candidates to find premium ads more quickly, which can potentially lead to a higher number of applications. *** ## Ways to promote a job JOIN offers three main ways to promote your job ads with paid products: ### 1. Premium job boards Navigate to the `Active Jobs` tab, select your job, then go to the job's `Store` tab. You’ll see two promotion options: #### Smart Spend Set a fixed budget and let JOIN’s hiring experts allocate it across the job boards most likely to perform for your role. See [Smart Spend](/post-and-promote-jobs/smart-spend.md). #### Premium products If you prefer more control or already know where you'd like to promote your job, browse and select from the product types available: * **Bundles** (e.g. Social Media Package, Top Seller Package) * **Individual job boards** (e.g. Stepstone, Indeed) * **Slots** (pre-purchased annual or flexible packages) ### 2. 'Promote' button In the `Jobs` tab under `Active`, you’ll see a `Promote` button (:bullhorn:) on each job. Click it to go directly to promotion options for that job. This takes you to the job's `Store` tab, where you follow the same steps as in [1. Premium job boards](#id-1.-premium-job-boards). ### 3. Store Go to the `Store` tab to explore all paid promotion options, even before creating or selecting a job. The Store is divided into four main sub-tabs: #### Discover The `Discover` sub-tab is your central hub for browsing all premium products, from individual job boards to bundles. Use the search bar or filters to narrow results by industry, board type, or job function. Each product shows pricing, discounts, cashback offers, and details. #### Inventory Go to the `Inventory` sub-tab to view all your previously purchased products: * Unassigned items (ready to be used on a job). Click `Assign to job` to assign an available product to an active job. * Active products (running or queued) {% hint style="info" %} Products can be assigned immediately during checkout, so the job is promoted right away. Alternatively, you can store them for later use in your `Inventory` tab and assign them when needed. Unused products in your inventory must be used within one year of the purchase date, or they will expire. {% endhint %} #### Job boards Go to the `Job boards` sub-tab to browse the full catalogue of job boards supported by JOIN. This section is useful for comparing reach and pricing across different products on various platforms. #### Bookings View all your current and past promotions in one place. Track where your jobs were promoted, monitor performance, and repurchase products with a single click. * See which platforms your job was promoted on * Check publication and expiration dates * Monitor performance metrics like views, clicks, and candidates * Rebook with the `Buy again` button *** ## Book from a job 1. Go to the `Jobs` tab and select the `Active` sub-tab 2. Click `Promote` on the job you want to boost, or click the job you'd like to promote and go to its `Store` tab 3. Select the product/s you'd like to purchase. You can choose from: * The **Smart Spend** slider, where you can set a fixed budget and let JOIN’s team handle platform selection * A section for **Popular Bundles** (e.g. LinkedIn & XING, Social-Media Bundle) * A list of **Popular Job Boards**, where you can choose individual premium boards 4. Use `Add Bundle` or `Add product` to add items to your job-specific cart 5. Access the cart via the `Your Cart` icon in the top right corner of the screen. If you're ready, click `Proceed to checkout` to complete the booking 6. During checkout, you’ll: * Confirm or update the quantity of each product * See discounts applied and credit usage * Choose your payment method * Review and finalise your booking The cart in this view is job-specific and only contains products for that selected job. Your products are automatically assigned to the selected job. If you navigate to another job, your cart will be empty. *** ## Book from the Store tab 1. Open the `Store` tab in the sidebar menu 2. Browse the `Discover` or `Job Boards` tabs to find the premium product you want 3. Click `Add product`, `Add bundle`, or `Add slot` to add items to your cart 4. Access or manage your cart via the `Your Cart` button in the top right 5. In the checkout screen, either: * Use `Assign to job` to book the product to an existing job immediately * Or leave the item unassigned to keep it in your `Inventory` and use it later Any available `Credits` are automatically deducted from your order total during checkout. *** ## Use your cart JOIN offers two cart options, depending on where you book: * **Job-specific cart** (via `Promote` button): Only includes products for that job * **In-Store cart** (via `Store` tab): Lets you add multiple products for different jobs In both carts, you can: * View all added products grouped by type (e.g. bundles, slots, single boards) * Adjust quantities using the dropdown menus for volume discounts * Remove products from the cart using the :xmark: button next to each item * See subtotal pricing, original prices, discounts, and applied credits * View a live summary panel that updates totals as you make changes * Click `Proceed to checkout` to review payment options and finalise the booking During checkout, you'll see: * An `Assign to job` option for each unassigned product * Adjust quantities using the dropdown menu * Delete a product by scrolling to the end of the dropdown menu and clicking `Remove product`
* Your billing address * Option to choose a payment method * A final order summary including any discounts and taxes Once you place your order, you’re redirected to the confirmation screen, and your bookings begin processing. {% hint style="info" %} After booking, it may take up to 48 business hours for your job to go live. In rare cases, delays may occur. You’ll find the status of each booking in the `Bookings` tab under `Active`: * `Active` means the booking is live * If your booking still hasn’t gone live after 48 hours, contact us at {% endhint %} *** ## Assign products from your inventory If you don’t assign a purchased product to a job during checkout, it is saved in your `Inventory`. 1. Go to the `Store` tab 2. Click `Inventory`. Use the toggle buttons at the top (`All`, `Single Products`, `Bundles`, or `Slots`) to filter your view 3. View unassigned products 4. Use `Assign to job` to apply them when you’re ready ### Unassigned items In the `Unassigned Items` section, you’ll find any products not yet linked to a job. Each entry shows product details, purchase date, and an `Assign to job` button. Click this button to apply the product to an open job. {% hint style="warning" %} Some products are only compatible with certain job types or regions. If a job doesn’t appear in the assignment dropdown, it may not meet the product’s criteria. {% endhint %} ### Active slots and the queue function Some products are sold as reusable slots and appear under `Active Slots`. If no job is currently assigned, click `Queue` to open a modal and select a job to publish next. You can either choose from existing jobs or click `Create a new job` directly from the modal. Queued jobs automatically go live on the next publishing date shown. Only one job can be queued per slot at a time. You can assign a different job once the current booking ends.
After a job is queued, click the `Queued` button to open the `Slot details` modal, where you can: * View current and upcoming job assignments * See when the slot was purchased, the next booking date, and expiration * Check remaining exchange availability * Click `Booking details` to view the details of the ad * Click `Remove` to cancel the next queued job
*** ## Find past purchases You can find your purchases in three locations, depending on their status: * `Bookings` > `Current`: If already assigned to a job. The status shows as `In review` and changes to `Active` when published.
* `Store` > `Inventory`: If the product was purchased but not assigned to a job. * `Settings` > `Billing` (under `Organisation`) > `Billing Settings`: Opens the Stripe portal. From here you can view all past invoices in the `Invoice history` section, see full purchase details, or download invoices. *** ## Types of product for paid job ads ### 1. Individual premium products These are fixed-price or performance-based postings on job platforms (e.g. Stepstone, Indeed, LinkedIn, etc). These products can have various discounts in the form of: #### Cashback or JOIN Credits Some products offer cashback, where you earn store credits (e.g. €30) after purchase. These credits can be used on future JOIN purchases. Look for the `Cashback` tag on eligible products. * Automatically applied as discounts on future orders * Check your `Credit` balance in the top-right of the `Store` #### Quantity discounts When purchasing multiple units of a product (e.g. 2 or more Pro Plus postings), you’ll see reduced pricing per unit. Savings are displayed in the product dropdown menu. ### 2. Bundles Packages that group several platforms into one purchase. These often include discounts and cashback (e.g. LinkedIn & XING Bundle, Social-Media Bundle, Top Seller Package, etc.). ### 3. Slots Annual or flexible subscriptions that let you post multiple jobs over time on the same board. Suited to high-volume hiring. Slots offer: * Preferential pricing * Job exchanges * Scheduled posting (queueing) *** ## Billing models JOIN supports different billing models for paid products depending on the job board. The billing model is shown in the product details before purchase.
ModelDescription
Fixed-pricePay once for a set duration (e.g. 30 days on Stepstone)
CPCCost per click (you’re charged for each click your ad receives)
CPACost per application (you’re charged when a candidate applies)
P4PPay for performance (can include CPA or CPC depending on the board)
*** ## Manage products after purchase * After you purchase a product, you can manage it from the `Inventory` tab. Use the `Assign to job` button for unassigned products * Track active and expired bookings from the `Bookings` tab * Monitor performance and plan rebooking from the `Bookings` view *** ## Get help > **Email**\ > Email us at `contact@join.com` and we’ll get back to you shortly > **Chat**\ > Message us for quick support. Available for signed-in users only *** ## FAQs
Why should I use Paid Multiposting? Consider Paid Multiposting to boost visibility and attract more qualified candidates across premium job boards. It can be especially useful for hard-to-fill jobs, such as jobs that require highly specific skillsets and senior or leadership roles. Here are a few benefits of Paid Multiposting: * Premium postings get top placement and recurring refreshes, staying higher in search results. * Many boards offer audience targeting by industry, location, or function. * Premium platforms tend to deliver higher-quality, more serious applicants. * All candidates, from any source, land in JOIN for centralised management. To set one budget and let JOIN choose the boards, see [Smart Spend](/post-and-promote-jobs/smart-spend.md).
What is the difference between organic and premium job posting? At JOIN, the main distinction between **organic (standard)** and **premium** **(paid)** job posting lies in visibility, reach, and targeting power. Understanding how each works will help you choose the right strategy for your role. ### Organic job postings These are unpaid listings published on Standard job boards through JOIN's Basic or Advanced Multiposting. * **Cost**: Typically free (based on your JOIN plan) * **Visibility**: Depends on job board algorithms and relevance; visibility can decrease over time * **Audience**: Targets active job seekers actively browsing or searching * **Placement**: Appears in chronological or relevance-based order; not prioritised ### Premium job postings Premium postings are paid promotions that increase visibility and reach on high-traffic platforms. * **Cost**: Paid per job or bundled as part of a promotion package * **Visibility**: Boosted by the job board, often placed at the top of search results or highlighted * **Audience**: Reaches both active and passive candidates through enhanced targeting * **Placement**: Prioritised in listings; appears higher and more frequently than organic listings
FeatureFree/Organic Job AdPremium/paid Job Ad
CostFree (included in plan)Paid per product
VisibilityStandard search results; decreases over timeBoosted exposure via sponsored placement
AudienceActive job seekersActive and passive candidates
PlacementListed by relevance or dateProminently displayed and prioritised
TargetingNo advanced targetingEnhanced targeting done by job boards based on role, location, behaviour
JOIN allows you to start with organic reach for free and add premium promotion where needed—for critical roles, hard-to-fill locations, or senior positions.
Can I track the performance of my job posting? Yes. JOIN provides insights on: * Application sources: See which boards deliver the most applications * Application numbers: Monitor total applications per job * Candidate location: View applicant geographies Use these data to refine job content, focus on effective sources, and make informed decisions. Access analytics and exports in the `Applications` tab.
Can candidates use the Quick Apply feature on job ads when I multipost a job? Yes. Candidates can use the Quick Apply feature directly on multiple job boards, such as Indeed and Stepstone. The Quick Apply feature cuts down the time spent on an application, improving your job ads’ conversion.
What happens to promoted job ads after they expire? When a premium booking ends, its paid ad is taken down automatically on most boards. Where a board can't remove an ad, such as Berlin Startup Jobs, it stays until the board retires it. You don't need to take it off the various platforms yourself. To continue running the ad, renew the booking by going to `Store` > `Bookings` > `Expired` and selecting `Renew`.
What are social media bookings? JOIN also offers premium campaigns on social platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. These campaigns are designed to reach passive candidates through targeted advertising, expanding your reach beyond traditional job boards. See [Social media](/post-and-promote-jobs/job-boards/social-media.md). **Key details** * **Live campaigns:** Once a campaign is set online, it goes live immediately. * **Applications:** All applications are collected in the `Applications` tab, just like other sources. * **No public URL:** These ads do not have a shareable link or preview option. Creative assets are automatically handled by JOIN. * **Performance tracking:** Monitor campaign results — including clicks, views, and applications — directly in the [Bookings tab](https://join.com/promote/bookings). Social media bookings help you reach a broader audience and attract candidates who may not be actively browsing job boards.
Where can I find my invoices? 1. Go to `Settings` 2. Click `Billing` 3. On the `Billing settings` card, click `View` You will be redirected to Stripe, where you can see and download all invoices.
What happens to a job when a booking expires? When a booking expires, the job itself remains active in your `Jobs` tab. Jobs created in JOIN do not have an automatic expiration date. You are in full control of when to archive or close a job manually. Only the booking status changes to expired — the job does not automatically close or get unpublished. You can still manage the job and view incoming applications as usual. However, the job will no longer appear on the paid partner job boards associated with that booking unless you renew or create a new booking.
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