How to add a careers page to your website (and start hiring)
Quick answer
To add a careers page: list your open roles with a clear title, location, and short description; add a simple application form that collects a name, contact, and resume; and make sure applications land somewhere you'll actually see them. Keep it short — the easier it is to apply, the more candidates you'll get.
Why every growing business needs one
If you're hiring even occasionally, a careers page saves you money and time. It gives candidates a professional place to apply, keeps applications organized, and reduces reliance on expensive job boards.
What to include
- Open roles with a clear title, location, and a few lines about the job.
- A short application form — name, phone/email, and a resume upload. Don't ask for more than you need.
- A human touch — a line about your team or culture goes a long way with candidates.
How applications should work
The most common mistake is applications that vanish. Every submission should be captured and sent somewhere you check — ideally an inbox where you can review candidates and resumes in one place.
Keep it simple
A long, clunky application form kills your response rate. The goal is to make applying so easy that good candidates actually finish.
On Manage Your Web's Premium plan, the careers manager handles all of this: post a role, receive applications with resumes, and manage them from your dashboard.
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