Why Job Seekers Aren’t Clicking Apply on Your Job Listings
23rd October 2023
Summary: A simple, apples-to-apples comparison so you can choose the best route for your next vacancy—especially when budgets are tight and time is tighter.
Buying one board at a time can work—but it often limits reach and creates admin. Our fixed-price approach posts once across a role-specific mix, with ad copy that converts, built-in candidate scoring, and a free ATS (or we can forward applicants straight to your ATS/email). Here’s how they compare.
| Criteria | Fixed-price, multi-board (ecruit) | Single-board buy |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | Role-specific mix (sector + 1–2 generalists + optional regional) | One audience only |
| Cost predictability | Fixed price per campaign | Varies by board, boosts and upgrades |
| Set-up/admin time | We handle set-up, posting, refresh and reporting | You manage vendors, postings and logins |
| Ad copy | Written/optimised to improve applies and qualify better | Usually your own or a basic template |
| Screening | 2–3 must-have questions added to cut noise | Manual screening unless you add tools |
| Candidate scoring | Included — we score applicants so you see the best first | You (or your ATS) score manually |
| Week-one momentum | We monitor early signals and refresh copy on days 2–4; adjust the underlying channel mix behind the scenes | You must monitor and adjust yourself |
| Reporting | Weekly snapshot of total applicants and how many are suitable, with shortlist recommendations | Basic stats per board (often clicks/applies only); suitability up to you |
| Applicant routing / ATS | Free ecruit ATS included; or we forward to your ATS or nominated email inbox | Depends on board; often inbox-only unless integrated |
| Flexibility | Swap role/timing with notice; free trial available | Change means a new purchase/post |
| Risk | Free trial: £0, no commitment | Paid up front; no proof built in |
| Data ownership | You keep all applicants and the data | You keep applicants from that board |
Niche role where one specialist board reliably fills similar posts
Internal redeployment/secondment where you only need light external reach
Very small budget and non-urgent timeline
Agree the role and start date (within 30 days).
We create the board mix, write/optimise the ad copy, and add 2–3 screening questions.
We run the campaign and share a weekly snapshot showing total applicants, how many are suitable (scored), and shortlist recommendations.
You keep all applicants and all data.
If you see value, continue on a paid basis—if not, no problem.
Start a free trial → https://ecruit.com/book-a-call/
Case study: Quo Vadis Trust — multi-role hiring on tight budgets, now uses us for all roles. Read the case study → https://ecruit.com/case-study/quo-vadis-trust/
Do we need a purchase order or contract for the free trial?
No. The trial is free, with simple terms. If you continue, we use a short order form.
Who approves the advert and where it goes live?
You approve all copy and channels before launch.
How do applicants reach us?
Choose one: use our free ecruit ATS, have us forward to your ATS, or route to a nominated email inbox. Exports provided on request.
What does the weekly report include?
A clear snapshot of total applicants, how many are suitable (scored), and shortlist recommendations. We focus on outcomes—we don’t provide a board-by-board breakdown or “time to first qualified”.
Do you score candidates?
Yes. We score applicants against the essentials so you can prioritise quickly.
What about compliance and accessibility?
Plain English, readable formats, and safer-recruitment-aligned templates; unsubscribes and suppressions are honoured.
How quickly can we start?
We can usually turn around the first role within a few working days once details are confirmed.
If you’re weighing a single-board buy versus a broader push, let us show you the likely board mix and a first-week plan for your role.
Book a quick slot with one of our team.
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