A good job description can help you attract the right talent. Here are some suggestions for writing your job description while posting a job through LinkedIn Recruiter:
Important to know
Job descriptions have a character limit of 10,000 characters.
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Think of your job description as an advertisement for the position you're posting. Make sure it's appealing, accurate, and detailed enough to interest the most qualified candidates.
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Describe the responsibilities and roles for the position you're seeking to fill. Be specific.
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Outline the specific requirements you're looking for - but be aware that sometimes the best candidates may not match every single one.
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Job seekers most often search using keywords. Make sure your job description includes the relevant terms that a job seeker would use to find your job.
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Include any benefits or perks of the job, like 401(k), flex time, profit sharing, stock options, etc.
Job seekers can see who they know at your company to get more information, so make sure your coworkers are using LinkedIn and they can help promote the position to people in their networks. Include your own profile and recommendations with the job listing so job seekers can see why they want not just the job, but the opportunity to work with you.