Job Search Guide: Top Boards, Strategies & Tips
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Erfolgreich bewerben: Die richtige Vorbereitung
Strategie & Marktübersicht (Vereinigtes Königreich)The job search can be overwhelming – but with the right tools and a clear process it becomes manageable. Start with two or three job boards for volume, add company career pages for the roles that never reach a board, and set up alerts so new matches reach you instead of you chasing them.
The most important job boards
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Indeed UK
A global job search engine aggregating listings from thousands of employers and agencies – best for broad searches and alerts.
Reed
One of the best-known boards in the UK and Ireland, strong for permanent roles across admin, finance, IT, care and engineering, with salary filters.
LinkedIn Jobs UK
The leading business network and often where recruiters search first – keep your profile current and let opportunities find you.
Totaljobs
The leading business network in German-speaking countries. Perfect for local career opportunities and contacts in the DACH region.
GOV.UK Find a job
Official job portal of the Federal Employment Agency. Especially many listings in the public sector and from public employers.
Specialized platforms
Fokussierte Jobbörsen für bestimmte Branchen und Zielgruppen
Tech & IT
- • Wellfound (AngelList): start-ups and product teams
- • Dice: IT, engineering and contract roles
- • Built In: tech companies by city
Creative & Design
- • Behance: designers and studios
- • Dribbble: UI/UX and product design
- • The Dots: creative, media and marketing roles
Students & Graduates
- • Handshake: university students and new graduates (US)
- • Bright Network: internships and graduate schemes (UK)
- • Prosple: graduate programmes (AU and international)
Remote & Freelance
- • Remote.co: fully remote roles
- • We Work Remotely: international remote teams
- • FlexJobs: vetted remote and flexible jobs
Effective search strategies
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Set up job alerts
Create job alerts with your search criteria on the most important platforms. This way you receive new matching job listings directly by email every day and never miss an opportunity.
Use advanced search filters
Use filters such as location, salary, contract type (full-time/part-time), home office options and experience level to find suitable positions in a targeted way.
Apply directly on company websites
Many companies publish positions first on their own career page. Research your target companies and regularly visit their career sections.
Network on LinkedIn
Many roles are filled through people who already know the team. Keep your profile current, reconnect with former colleagues and ask about openings before they are advertised.
Application tips
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Apply quickly
Apply within the first 48 hours after publication. Early applications are often given preferential treatment.
Tailor your cover letter
Do not use a standard cover letter. Tailor each application individually to the position and the company.
Use keywords
Integrate keywords from the job posting into your CV to convince ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems).
Send a follow-up
After 1-2 weeks without a response, you can politely follow up. This shows your genuine interest in the position.
Useful tools & apps
Digitale Helfer für mehr Übersicht im Bewerbungsprozess
Huntr / Notion
Organise applications and track their status
Glassdoor
Company reviews and salary comparisons
Google Alerts
Notifications for specific job titles or companies
Job Search FAQ
Crucial answers to accelerate your job hunt.
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