❓I have never claimed to be the best writer of a recruitment ad but...
- Bob Walker
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read

there are some classics out there at present.
⚠️ How about - Join a dynamic, fast-paced team. Must be flexible, passionate, a self-starter, thrive under pressure, hit the ground running, wear multiple hats and have industry experience. Bonus if you love unpaid overtime.
🆘 The translation?
➡️ You’ll be doing 3 people’s jobs
➡️ No onboarding
➡️ For less money than you’re worth
➡️ And expected to smile about it
🙊 It’s amazing how many job ads say a lot, without saying anything useful.
🚩 A tip: if the ad’s full of fluff and no substance, the job probably is too. Good employers know what they’re hiring for, and how to sell it properly. The same goes or should go for recruiters.
💬 Ask the audience time - your favourite awful job ad phrase? The kind that makes you hit 'next' instantly?
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