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Anon519377 · 18 Oct 2025
Is it worth applying to job ads that have been up for several days? I see some jobs posted for up to a month - does that mean they haven't had enough suitable applications or do they just leave a job up for a set amount of time? I don't want to apply if there's no chance my resume will be seen. Obviously the best time to apply is straight away, but is it still worth applying to a week old job posting in your experience?
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Living by the sea · 6 Nov 2025
Can't hurt throwing your hat in the ring. If the ads still up think you probs have to assume they're still looking.
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Anon983511 · 20 Oct 2025
Recruitment Consultant
I’ve found quite often companies will stick with their closing date if it is specified on the job ad. I’d still apply for a job if it’s been open for a week, you never know.
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Dhruv · 15 Nov 2025
Service Centre Representative
I have rarely, if ever, heard back from a job posting that's been up for a long time. If you've got the time it doesn't hurt, but for me the best results have come only when I apply for recent postings!
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Tim · 6 Nov 2025
Teachers Aide
Some places don't even start reviewing CVs until the ad has finished being run.
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Jay · 27 Oct 2025
Barman and Cafe assistant
Apply for everything.
if its been up for a while there could be a number of reasons, my advice is think positive, chances are they just haven't found a suitable applicant yet. GOOD LUCK!
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