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At first glance, a job ad seems like a simple thing. List the duties, outline the experience required, add the salary, hit publish… right? In reality, job ads are often where recruitment quietly starts to unravel.  Not because employers don’t care - but because expectations, market realities and legacy role assumptions don’t always line up. And when that happens, even the most well-intentioned job ad can unintentionally work against you.

In today’s job market, getting your application seen by a human can be half the battle. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are now the norm in recruitment—especially for high-volume roles—and if your resume isn’t optimised for them, it may never make it into the hands of a hiring manager. Here are three practical, insider tips to help you navigate the system and give yourself the best possible chance of progressing.










