The problem
Writing a job ad from scratch usually means copying an old one or a competitor’s, which may not describe the job you are actually hiring for.
Step by step
- Write down what the person will do in a normal week, the must-have skills, the nice-to-haves, pay, hours and location.
- Ask the AI for a job ad in plain language and a list of structured interview questions linked to the must-haves.
- Check the ad for anything that could put off good candidates or break employment rules.
- Use the same questions for every candidate and score answers the same way.
The prompt
Write a job ad for a {role} at {business}, {location}.
A normal week: {tasks}
Must have: {skills}
Nice to have: {skills}
Pay: {pay}. Hours: {hours}.
Use plain language, no jargon, no age or gender-coded words. Then write 8 interview questions tied to the must-haves, with what a good answer would include.
Replace the {highlighted} parts with your details, or fill them in with the prompt builder.
Check before you use it
- Pay, hours and benefits are correct.
- No requirements that are not really needed.
- Language is inclusive and follows your local employment rules.
Privacy
- Do not paste candidates’ CVs into a tool unless your data settings and local law allow it.
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Start from the real duties, pay range and hours.
- Ask for plain language and a short list of must-haves.
- Use the same questions for every candidate.
Don’t
- Let AI screen or reject candidates on its own.
- Include questions about age, family plans, health or religion.
- Inflate the role with duties that do not exist.
When not to use AI for this
Do not let AI rank or reject candidates. Decisions about people need human judgement and, in many places, have legal rules attached.
Tools that can help
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Useful for
Recruiters and staffing agencies
Frequently asked questions
Can I use AI to screen CVs?
Be careful. Automated hiring decisions are regulated in some places, and AI can repeat bias. Use it to help write questions, not to choose people.
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