How much does it cost to advertise a job?
The cost of advertising a job depends on where you post and how much visibility you want. Here's Rolebee's transparent per-ad pricing, what drives the price, and how Rolebee compares to the big job boards. It's always free for candidates to search and apply.
Rolebee job ad pricing
Basic
For non-urgent and easy-to-fill roles
$500.50 incl. GST
- Applications45
- High-fit13
- Views1x
- Live for30 days
Advanced
Enhanced targeting for more high-fit candidates
$643.50 incl. GST
- Applications54
- High-fit16
- Views1.5x
- Live for30 days
Premium
Top-performing ad, for critical & hard-to-fill roles
$1,006.50 incl. GST
- Applications63
- High-fit18
- Views2.5x
- Live for30 days
Concierge
We write your job ad for you
$1,754.50 incl. GST
- Applications63
- High-fit18
- Views2.5x
- Live for30 days
Prices in AUD, ex-GST. 10% GST is added at checkout. Estimated performance is indicative and varies by role, location, and market.
What drives the price of a job ad
- Visibility: featured and top-of-search placements cost more but pull more applications.
- Duration: longer listings and re-posts add cost.
- Competition: in-demand roles and locations are harder to stand out in.
- Extras: done-for-you ad writing, branding, and enhanced targeting add cost — and results.
How Rolebee compares to the big job boards
Rolebee's per-ad pricing is set in line with major boards like Seek and Indeed, so the differences that matter are structural. Job-board pricing changes often and varies by contract, so always check current rates directly.
| Rolebee | Major job boards (e.g. Seek, Indeed) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Pay per ad — no subscription or lock-in | Per-ad tiers or contract/subscription plans |
| GST shown upfront | Yes — price + GST shown before checkout | Varies by provider |
| Cost for candidates | Always free to search and apply | Free for candidates |
| Reach | Global — candidates worldwide, multi-region hosting | Strong in their home market |
| Done-for-you ad writing | Yes — Concierge tier, we write the ad for you | Sometimes, often at added cost |
| Estimated applications shown | Yes — each tier shows expected applications | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to advertise a job on Rolebee?
Rolebee uses simple pay-per-ad pricing. A Basic listing is $455 + GST, with higher tiers for more visibility up to $1,595 + GST for the Concierge option, where we write your job ad for you. There are no subscriptions or lock-in contracts.
Is Rolebee cheaper than Seek?
Rolebee's per-ad pricing is set in line with the major Australian job boards, so you get comparable pricing plus global reach, transparent GST, and a done-for-you ad-writing option. Job-board pricing changes often and varies by contract, so it's always worth checking current rates directly — but with Rolebee there are no lock-in contracts and it's always free for candidates.
Do candidates pay to use Rolebee?
No. It is always free for candidates to search and apply. Your spend goes entirely toward getting your role in front of the right people.
What makes a job ad get more applications?
Including a salary range is the single biggest driver of applications. A clear, specific job description and a higher-visibility tier that puts your ad at the top of relevant searches also make a big difference, especially for urgent or hard-to-fill roles.
How long does a job ad stay live?
Rolebee ads run for 30 days. You can post again at any time — there's no subscription, so you only pay when you're hiring.
Ready to advertise your job?
Post your role on Rolebee and reach candidates worldwide — no lock-in.