Newspaper publisher Johnston Press has teamed up with a rival company to run its online recruitment platform.
Jobsite.co.uk, owned by Associated Northcliffe Digital, a sister company of local newspaper publisher Northcliffe Media Ltd, will power the Johnston Press ‘JobsToday‘ recruitment portals across JP’s 300+ websites in England, Scotland and Ireland.
In a statement, Johnston Press said the new partnership would enable JobsToday to work closely with JP’s newspaper brands to bring jobseekers more local jobs.
Positions advertised on JobsToday can also be cross-posted on Jobsite, giving the dual exposure of Johnston Press’ locally-based readers and Jobsite’s nationwide audience.
Clients using JobsToday’s CV matching service will have relevant CVs from Jobsite’s searchable database included in this service.
Chris Babayode, digital commercial director at Johnston Press, said: “‘Partnering with Jobsite brings a great opportunity to further improve the localness of our online job boards and bring more local jobs to jobseekers.
“This partnership complements our print and online recruitment service already enjoyed by the thousands of recruiters using JobsToday.”
Jobsite chief executive Keith Potts added: “Johnston Press run some of the most respected and highest circulation regional newspapers across the UK.
“Partnering with them is a fantastic opportunity as it enables us to expand and grow our regional network.
“The areas where Johnston Press operates complement Jobsite’s existing media partnerships ensuring we have true depth and breadth across the UK.”
By Holdthefrontpage staff
July 20, 2009
source: holdthefrontpage.co.uk