Post a job for free Gumtree
Quick answer
Do not assume a Gumtree job advert is free. Gumtree’s UK employer material describes pay-as-you-go adverts and paid subscriptions; use the live posting journey for the current price.
Why search results can be misleading
Queries containing “free Gumtree job post” can surface old advice, consumer-classified rules or third-party pages that do not describe today’s recruiter product. Job categories can follow different rules from ordinary classified listings. The quote shown for the actual job category and location is the one that matters.
Check before you publish
- Base advert price and VAT.
- How long the vacancy remains live.
- Whether applicant management is included.
- Costs for refreshes, featured placement or urgent labels.
- Subscription length and cancellation terms.
Use a genuine free alternative if cost is zero
CorporateJob offers Standard and Premium advert bookings; see the pricing page for current prices and dates. Pick the platform that matches the role, then measure qualified applications rather than treating every “free” audience as interchangeable.
Source and accuracy
Platform prices, allowances and interfaces can change. This guide was reviewed on the date above; confirm current terms at Gumtree for Business: Jobs before publishing or paying.
Questions about post a job for free gumtree
Are ordinary Gumtree ads and job ads priced the same?
Not necessarily. Jobs have dedicated recruiter products, so check the jobs posting flow rather than general classified-ad rules.
What is a free alternative for a UK vacancy?
GOV.UK Find a Job is described by the government as free. CorporateJob offers paid Standard and Premium advert bookings.
Advertise your vacancy on CorporateJob
Start with one free basic listing under the current Free-plan allowance, or compare recruiter options first.