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SEO Optimization for Job Vacancies: The Complete Guide

Optimize the visibility of your job offers thanks to SEO! Discover how Google for Jobs, strategic keywords, and an optimized career site can boost your recruitments. Case study, best practices and concrete advice. Book a discovery call with Jobloom!
Published on
March 12, 2025

Introduction: Why your job offers remain invisible on Google

Did you know that 70% of candidates will never see your job offer if it is not optimized for SEO? Today, the majority of candidates search for a job directly on Google before even consulting a specialized site. To capture their attention, it is essential to optimize the visibility of job offers. Google for Jobs, search algorithms and recruitment platforms favor well-structured and relevant content.

A study conducted by Talent Board reveals that 60% of candidates start their job search on Google before even going to a specialized site. However, too few businesses optimize their offerings for SEO, leaving opportunities untapped.

In this article, we will see how to make your job offers visible and attractive, by combining SEO optimization and engaging writing.

1. The basics of SEO applied to job offers

Google for Jobs: Why it's crucial

Since its launch, Google for Jobs changed the situation. This dedicated search engine highlights well-structured offers. To take advantage of it:

  • Use a structured markup in accordance with Google recommendations (Schema.org).
  • Add accurate meta tags containing relevant keywords.
  • Write clear and descriptive titles by avoiding vague formulations.

👉 Read also:”The KPIs to follow to assess the effectiveness of your recruitment, which will help you measure your SEO performance.

Keywords: Finding the right balance

Optimization involves using relevant keywords, but be careful not to overload your ad.

  • Primary keywords : Use the position, the sector and generic terms (e.g.: “Web developer in Brussels”).
  • Secondary keywords : Synonyms and variants for a richer lexical field.
  • Natural use : Insert them into the title, introduction, and subtitles, without excesses.

📌 SEO Best Practices:
  • ✔ Include long-tail keywords such as "web developer job Brussels attractive salary".
  • ✔ Maintain a reasonable keyword density (between 1.5% and 2% of the text).
  • ✔ Optimize URLs and job descriptions for better visibility.

2. Technical optimization: Make your offer SEO-friendly content

Structure and readability

Google and candidates appreciate well-structured content. Consider:
Hierarchical titles (H1, H2, H2, H3, H4)
Short and airy paragraphs
Bulleted lists to improve readability

💡 Example of an optimized offer :

  • H1 : “Web Developer (M/F) — CDI — Brussels — Attractive salary”
  • H2 : “Your missions”
  • H2 : “Your profile”
  • H2 : “The advantages of joining our company”

Charging time and mobile-friendly

Google favors pages that are fast and readable on mobile. Make sure that:

  • Your career site is responsive.
  • The images are optimized (descriptive ALT tags and reduced weight).
  • The loading speed is optimized using tools like Google PageSpeed Insights.
📌 Key Stat:

According to Google, 53% of users leave a page if it takes more than 3 seconds to load.

👉 To go further:”Top 7 essential features for a career site in 2025“.

3. Writing: How to combine SEO and attractiveness?

An impacting hook

Avoid generic titles like “Job Offer — Commercial.” Instead, opt for:

✅ “[Company name] is looking for a passionate BtoB Sales Representative (CDI)”
✅ “Boost your career: become a Marketing Manager at [Company name]”

Engaging and structured content

  • Introduction : A powerful sentence that makes you want to apply.
  • Missions : Clear and precise, without jargon.
  • Profile wanted : Highlight what makes a difference.
  • Benefits : The benefits for the candidate.
📌 Copywriting Tip:

Use the AIDA method (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action) to write more engaging job ads.

👉 Also read:”Why your employer brand is your number one asset for recruiting in 2025.

4. Distribution and visibility: Multiply your chances

Share on the right channels

Don't limit yourself to your career site:
Google for Jobs (while respecting the optimization criteria)
LinkedIn & Social Media
Specialized sites (Indeed, Forem, VDAB, Training Centers...)
Emailing (HR newsletter or personalized mailing to passive candidates)

Backlinks and natural referencing

Backlinks (external links pointing to your offer) boost your SEO.

  • Post articles on your blog with links to your offers.
  • Ask HR partners to relay your ads.

💡 Statistic : Pages with more than 3 external backlinks Get 40% more visibility on Google (source: Backlinko).

5. Practical cases and mistakes to avoid

Case study: Leonidas — Strengthening the employer brand and recruiting internationally with Jobloom

The company Leonidas, an emblematic Belgian confectionery brand, needed to structure its recruitment to meet specific challenges related to its international development. Thanks to Jobloom, it was able to promote its employer brand and attract qualified talent across Europe.

The challenges faced by Leonidas:

  • International recruitment requiring the attraction of varied profiles in several European countries.
  • Lack of visibility, making it difficult to effectively promote job opportunities.
  • Management of applications unstructured, complicating the monitoring and engagement of talent.

The solutions provided by Jobloom:
A personalized career site highlighting Leonidas' employer brand.
An application management tool (ATS) to centralize and optimize recruitment.
SEO optimization of job offers, increasing their visibility on Google for Jobs and recruitment platforms.

📌 Results Achieved:
  • 4,500 unique visitors per month: A significant increase in career site traffic.
  • 500 resumes received monthly: A steady and relevant stream of applications.
  • Increased visibility and stronger employer brand appeal.

Common mistakes

❌ Copy and paste the same ad on multiple sites without variation
❌ Too vague title
❌ Lack of candidate details and benefits
❌ Forgetting keywords and markup

📌 Tip: Always check if your job listings appear on Google for Jobs by running a test search.

Conclusion & Next steps

The SEO optimization of job offers is a powerful tool for attracting more candidates. By combining good writing, technical structuring and strategic distribution, you maximize your visibility and the quality of the applications received.

🚀 Do you want to optimize your job offers and boost their visibility? Book a discovery call with our team to find out how Jobloom can transform your recruitment!

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