Project Context & Objectives
Galaxy Job E.U serves as a pan‑European recruitment platform connecting employers across Austria, Germany, and Switzerland with qualified candidates in tech, engineering, and professional services. The client’s goals were to:

1. Enable Employers to post, manage, and promote open positions effortlessly.
2. Empower Candidates with intuitive search, saved job alerts, and streamlined application workflows.
3. Optimize Performance for fast page loads—critical for both desktop recruiters and mobile jobseekers.
4. Lay the SEO Foundation for ranking on high‑intent recruitment queries across German‑ and English‑language markets.

Approach & Technology
Developed on WordPress with Elementor Pro for modular layouts and WP Job Manager for core listing functionality. Key technical elements included:

• Custom Post Types & Taxonomies: “Jobs” CPT with filters for Location, Industry, Job Type (Full‑Time, Part‑Time, Remote), and Seniority—displayed via faceted search powered by Search & Filter Pro.
• Employer & Candidate Dashboards: Role‑based front‑end dashboards allowing employers to manage listings and candidates to upload resumes, track applications, and set email alerts.
• Application Workflows: Integrated application forms with file upload and email notifications, plus optional LinkedIn OAuth for one‑click apply.
• Performance Optimization: Server‑level caching, asset minification, WebP imagery, and lazy loading to secure sub‑2 s load times on both listing and detail pages.
• SEO Foundations: Yoast SEO for metadata, JobPosting schema for rich snippets, semantic heading structure, and locale‑specific URL slugs (e.g., /jobs/ingenieur-stuttgart).

Standout Functionality & UX Highlights

• Advanced Job Filters: Off‑canvas filter panel for live refinement by location, sector, and contract type—boosting findability.
• Saved Searches & Alerts: Candidates can bookmark searches and receive automated email notifications when new matching jobs are posted.
• Employer Promotional Tools: Featured listing options, sector‑specific homepage carousels, and “Urgent Hire” badges to increase vacancy visibility.
• Resource Hub: Integrated blog with career advice and market insights, supporting content marketing and long‑tail SEO efforts.
• Mobile‑First Design: Thumb‑friendly navigation, persistent “Apply Now” CTA button, and fast-loading job cards optimized for smartphones.

Results & Impact

• Improved Engagement: Fast load times and intuitive filters increased average session duration by an estimated 40%.
• Higher Application Rates: Streamlined workflows and saved‑search alerts lifted completed applications by approximately 30%.
• SEO Growth: JobPosting schema and localized content positioned Galaxy Job E.U in the top 3 for key terms like “Ingenieur Jobs Österreich” and “IT Stellenangebote Wien.”