Prohibited jobseeker costs

Roles requiring the jobseeker to pay fees

• Don't ask jobseekers to pay a fee to apply, interview or be hired.
• Don't ask contractors to use a specific brand or model of tool.

Examples of fees that aren't allowed:

• Application or start-up fees
• Background check fees
• Training costs
• Uniform or licensing costs

Exceptions

• Equipment that independent contractors must have
• Chair or booth rentals in hair and beauty

Business opportunities

• Don't post jobs that promote starting a new business.
• Don't ask jobseekers to invest money up front with no guarantee of income or security.

Exceptions

• Contractor or subcontractor roles
• Jobs that require chair or booth rental opportunities are allowed, but must be sponsored

Multi-level marketing (MLM) or network marketing schemes

• Only post real jobs, not MLM or network marketing opportunities.
• Don't ask jobseekers to buy products, pay for memberships or purchase marketing tools.

Examples of costs found in MLMs:

• Starter kits
• Membership fee
• Required product purchases
• Marketing materials
• Training or convention fees

Training opportunities

• Posts that advertise training courses or programmes are not allowed.

Exceptions

Paid training may be allowed if all of the following apply:

• Jobseekers are paid during the entire training period.
• The job description explains what happens after training.
• After training, jobseekers either:
  
  • Get a job offer, or
  • Pay no fees and receive a certificate, licence or skills to help them find work.

Relocation roles

• Jobs requiring relocation must include details of any employer assistance with moving costs
• Employers may reimburse relocation costs after the move.
• You must sponsor jobs listed outside of their true working locations
• The title and job description should reference the relocation requirement.

If we removed or hid your job post:

• Review the guidelines above
• Remove fees, costs or investment requirements.
• Make sure your post describes a real job with clear details about pay, role type and location.

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