Job Advertising Terms
Terms and conditions for posting job listings, sponsored vacancies, and employment advertisements on mEUvy.
- All job listings must represent genuine employment opportunities
- Salary ranges must be disclosed for EU-based positions where required by law
- Discriminatory requirements are prohibited
- You must never charge candidates to apply
- Sponsored listings are clearly marked as advertising
1. Types of Listings
1.1 Standard Listings
Free job listings available to verified employers:
- Appear in search results based on relevance
- No payment influences ranking
- Subject to standard moderation
- Limited to active vacancies only
1.2 Sponsored Listings
Paid promotional placements with enhanced visibility:
- Clearly marked as "Sponsored" or "Promoted"
- Appear in designated advertising slots
- Enhanced visibility in search results
- Subject to the same content policies as standard listings
1.3 Featured Employer Profiles
Premium employer branding options:
- Enhanced company profile presentation
- Multiple listing packages
- Analytics and insights
- Priority support
2. Content Requirements
2.1 Required Information
Every job listing must include:
| Element | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Clear, accurate description of the role |
| Employer Identity | Company name (no anonymous listings) |
| Location | Work location(s) or "Remote" designation |
| Employment Type | Full-time, part-time, contract, etc. |
| Job Description | Responsibilities and expectations |
| Requirements | Qualifications and skills needed |
2.2 Salary Transparency
In accordance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive and member state laws:
- Salary range or minimum salary must be disclosed where legally required
- We encourage salary transparency for all listings
- Listings with salary information receive higher visibility
- "Competitive salary" alone may not satisfy legal requirements
2.3 Accuracy Requirements
All listing content must be:
- Truthful – No misleading claims about the role, company, or compensation
- Current – Actively recruiting for the position
- Complete – Sufficient detail for candidates to evaluate fit
- Lawful – Compliant with employment laws in the job location
2.4 Language Requirements
- Listings may be in any EU official language
- Language requirements for the role must be objectively justified
- Discriminatory language restrictions are prohibited
3. Prohibited Content
3.1 Discriminatory Listings
Job listings must not discriminate based on:
- Race, ethnicity, or national origin
- Gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation
- Age (except where legally permitted)
- Religion or belief
- Disability (unless a genuine occupational requirement)
- Marital or family status
- Political opinion
3.2 Fraudulent Listings
The following are strictly prohibited:
| Violation | Description |
|---|---|
| Fake jobs | Listings for positions that don't exist |
| Data harvesting | Collecting candidate data without genuine hiring intent |
| Fee-charging | Requiring candidates to pay for applications or interviews |
| Bait-and-switch | Advertising one role but recruiting for another |
| MLM/Pyramid schemes | Multi-level marketing disguised as employment |
| Illegal work | Positions involving unlawful activities |
3.3 Other Prohibited Content
- Adult content or sexually explicit material
- Requests for unnecessary personal information upfront
- Positions requiring candidates to make purchases
- Commission-only roles without clear disclosure
- Unpaid internships that violate labor laws
- Roles requiring relocation without visa sponsorship (unless clearly stated)
4. Sponsored Listings (DSA Article 26)
4.1 Advertising Disclosure
Per the Digital Services Act Article 26, all sponsored content includes:
- Clear "Sponsored" or "Promoted" label
- Identity of the advertiser
- Information about why the ad is shown (targeting parameters)
4.2 Targeting Options
Sponsored listings may be targeted based on:
- Job seeker location preferences
- Industry and role interests
- Experience level
- Skills and qualifications
4.3 Prohibited Targeting
You may not target or exclude based on:
- Protected characteristics (race, gender, religion, etc.)
- Sensitive personal data
- Political opinions or union membership
- Health status or disability
4.4 Ad Repository
In compliance with DSA requirements, we maintain a public repository of advertisements that includes information about sponsored job listings, accessible for transparency purposes.
5. Advertiser Identity
5.1 Verification Requirements
Before posting job advertisements, you must provide:
- Legal company name and registration number
- Business address
- Contact information
- VAT number (for EU businesses)
- Authorized representative details
5.2 Identity Display
Your verified company name appears on all job listings. Anonymous job postings are not permitted to protect candidates from fraudulent opportunities.
5.3 Agency Disclosure
Recruitment agencies must clearly disclose:
- That they are an agency, not the direct employer
- The industry/sector of the hiring company (if client is confidential)
- Whether the role is temporary, contract, or permanent
6. Candidate Protection
6.1 Free Applications
6.2 Application Data
When candidates apply through mEUvy:
- You receive only the information they choose to share
- You must process their data in accordance with GDPR
- You must provide privacy information about your data practices
- You must delete data upon request
6.3 Response Expectations
We encourage employers to:
- Acknowledge applications within 7 days
- Provide outcome notifications to all applicants
- Respect candidates' time and communication preferences
6.4 Reporting Mechanism
Candidates can report job listings for:
- Suspected fraud or scams
- Discriminatory content
- Inaccurate information
- Requests for payment
- Harassment or inappropriate contact
7. Moderation & Review
7.1 Pre-Publication Review
Job listings undergo review before publication:
- Automated screening for prohibited content
- Verification of employer identity
- Compliance check for required information
- Human review for flagged listings
7.2 Ongoing Monitoring
We continuously monitor listings for:
- User reports and complaints
- Pattern analysis for fraudulent activity
- Compliance with updated regulations
- Expired or filled positions
7.3 Listing Removal
We may remove listings that:
- Violate these terms or applicable law
- Receive multiple credible complaints
- Are associated with suspended accounts
- Have been inactive for extended periods
7.4 Appeals
If your listing is removed, you may appeal within 14 days. Provide:
- The listing in question
- Explanation of compliance
- Any supporting documentation
8. Fees & Billing
8.1 Pricing
| Product | Pricing Model |
|---|---|
| Standard Listings | Free (limited quantity per month) |
| Additional Listings | Per-listing fee or subscription package |
| Sponsored Placement | Cost-per-click or fixed duration |
| Featured Employer | Monthly subscription |
8.2 Payment Terms
- Fees are charged in advance for subscriptions
- Sponsored listings are billed based on selected model
- VAT applies where required by law
- Invoices issued within 7 days of billing
8.3 Refunds
- Unused listing credits may be refunded within 30 days
- No refunds for listings removed due to policy violations
- Sponsored campaigns may be cancelled with prorated refund
- EU consumers have 14-day withdrawal rights before service delivery
9. Removal & Termination
9.1 Listing Removal
Individual listings may be removed for:
- Policy violations
- Inaccurate or misleading content
- Candidate complaints
- Legal requirements
9.2 Account Suspension
Your advertising account may be suspended for:
- Multiple listing violations
- Payment failures
- Identity verification issues
- Pending investigation
9.3 Permanent Termination
Accounts are permanently terminated for:
- Fraudulent job listings
- Charging candidates fees
- Discriminatory practices
- Data misuse or privacy violations
- Repeated policy violations
9.4 Effect of Termination
- All active listings are immediately removed
- Unused credits are forfeited (except where legally required to refund)
- You must delete any candidate data obtained
- Bans extend to affiliated companies and individuals