Seek does not publish a fixed public price list for NZ job postings — costs vary by package, role type, and any negotiated agreements, so the most accurate figure is the one Seek quotes you directly when you log in to post.
How much does it cost to post a job on Seek NZ?
Seek operates on a tiered pricing model that changes periodically, and they do not display a single flat rate publicly. The price you see will depend on the listing type you choose, the category, and current promotions. For the current price, go directly to seek.co.nz and step through the posting process — that will give you the exact figure before you commit.
What is consistent: Seek is a paid platform. Standard listings cost money, and premium placements cost more. For businesses filling one or two roles a year, that cost can feel steep relative to the outcome.
Is there a free alternative to Seek for NZ employers?
Yes. Posting a job on FindMeAJob.co.nz is completely free — no credit card, no contract, no invoice at the end of the month. You'll need to set up a free employer account first (it takes about two minutes at the FindMeAJob Employer Portal), and then your standard listing goes live at no cost.
Optional paid upgrades are available — a Pro listing for $29 one-off or an Unlimited plan at $99/month — but the free standard listing is a real, working option, not a stripped-back trial.
What makes FindMeAJob different from just posting somewhere free?
The meaningful difference is what happens after someone applies. On most job boards — free or paid — you receive a pile of CVs and do the sorting yourself. On FindMeAJob, every applicant arrives as an AI hiring brief, already scored against your job description. You see ranked candidates, not a raw inbox. All applicants are NZ-based.
That means less time filtering and more time talking to people who are actually worth interviewing.
What should I compare when choosing where to post?
When you're weighing up job advertising options, consider:
- Cost per listing — what you pay upfront or per post
- Candidate quality filtering — does the platform help you screen, or leave it all to you?
- NZ-only reach — are you getting local applicants or international noise?
- Time to set up — how quickly can you get a listing live?
- Applicant management — dashboard, notifications, and how CVs are delivered
- Contract lock-in — monthly commitment versus pay-as-you-go versus free
- Support if something goes wrong — who do you contact?
Free does not mean inferior. The right free platform with smart applicant screening can outperform a paid listing that dumps unfiltered CVs into your inbox.
Frequently asked questions
Does FindMeAJob charge employers anything?
Standard job listings are free. There is no credit card required and no contract. A free employer account is needed to post — setup takes about two minutes.
Can I post without creating an account on FindMeAJob?
No. A free employer account is always required to post a job. You cannot publish a listing without one — but the account is free and quick to create.
What are the paid upgrade options on FindMeAJob?
Pro listings are $29 as a one-off payment. The Unlimited plan is $99/month for businesses hiring regularly. Neither is required to post a standard free listing.
Are FindMeAJob applicants based in NZ?
Yes. All candidates who apply through FindMeAJob are NZ-based, so you're not dealing with overseas applications that don't fit your requirements.
What if Seek is already part of our hiring process?
Many employers use more than one channel. Posting on FindMeAJob at no cost alongside Seek gives you broader reach without adding to your advertising spend.
Compare the cost yourself — then set up your free employer account and post your first role at no cost today.