Seek NZ charges employers a fee to advertise a vacancy — the exact amount depends on the listing type and any promotions running at the time, and Seek updates its pricing periodically. For current Seek pricing, check directly on Seek's website. What we can tell you is that posting the same role on FindMeAJob.co.nz costs nothing.
How much does posting a job on Seek NZ cost?
Seek NZ offers tiered listing options, and the cost rises with visibility and additional features. Prices change, so the only reliable source is Seek's own employer pricing page. What employers consistently report is that even a basic listing represents a meaningful cost — particularly for small businesses or those hiring infrequently.
What is the free alternative for NZ employers?
FindMeAJob.co.nz offers free standard job listings with no credit card and no contract. You set up a free employer account (about two minutes), post your role, and it goes live. The key difference is not just the price:
- Every applicant arrives as an AI hiring brief scored against your job description
- You receive email notifications for each new application
- All candidates are NZ-based — no offshore applications to filter out
- Your employer dashboard keeps everything organised
- Standard listings are free with no expiry
- Optional paid upgrades: Pro listing at $29 (one-off) or Unlimited at $99/month
- No obligation to upgrade — the free listing is fully functional
For businesses that post one or two roles a year, the saving is straightforward. For those hiring more regularly, even the Unlimited plan compares favourably to per-listing fees on premium boards.
Should NZ employers use multiple job boards?
Many employers post on more than one platform to maximise reach. The practical approach is to start with free options and add paid boards only when a role is genuinely hard to fill. Posting on FindMeAJob.co.nz costs nothing and takes minutes, so it makes sense as a first step rather than a last resort.
Does free mean fewer applicants?
Not necessarily. The quality of a listing — a clear job title, honest description, and realistic expectations — matters more than the platform's price tag. FindMeAJob.co.nz focuses on NZ-based job seekers actively looking for work, and the AI screening means the applicants you do receive are already ranked for relevance before you open a single CV.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an account to post a free job on FindMeAJob?
Yes — a free employer account is required. It takes about two minutes to set up and there is no cost involved. You cannot post without an account, but the account itself is always free.
Is there a catch with the free listing?
No. Standard listings are genuinely free — no trial period that converts to a paid plan, no credit card required, no fee to view applicants. Optional upgrades exist but are never mandatory.
How does the AI hiring brief work?
When a candidate applies, FindMeAJob's AI analyses their CV against your job description and produces a scored brief. You see a summary of each applicant's fit before you decide who to contact — saving time at the top of the funnel.
Can I upgrade later if I need more visibility?
Yes. You can stay on the free plan indefinitely or upgrade to a Pro listing ($29 one-off) or Unlimited ($99/month) at any point from your employer dashboard.
Are applicants only from New Zealand?
Yes. FindMeAJob.co.nz is built for the NZ market, so every candidate who applies is already based in the country.
Stop paying to find out whether a role is easy to fill. Create your free employer account on FindMeAJob.co.nz and post your first listing today — at no cost.