Reed is one of the more dependable UK job sites I've used, with plenty of listings and a genuinely good mobile app for managing applications on the go. My only small gripe is that I occasionally got contacted about roles well outside my stated salary range.
Well-built mobile app
Off-range recruiter calls
Reed has a big inventory of UK roles and the saved search feature is handy. The frustration is the number of agency listings that repeat the same job, and a few that seemed to vanish the moment I applied. Decent platform, just needs tidier listings.
Large UK inventory
Repeated agency listings
Reed has a solid spread of UK listings and I liked being able to browse the career courses in the same place. The job side worked well, but a couple of the courses I enrolled in felt outdated for the price. Mixed experience overall but I'd still use the job board.
Job board and courses together
Some courses feel dated
I cannot fault Reed. The filters made it easy to narrow down permanent roles in my area, the application process was quick, and a recruiter followed up properly rather than ghosting me. Found a fantastic position in Leeds within two weeks of signing up.
Fast, responsive recruiters
What sets Reed apart is the combination of job listings and affordable courses. I completed a course through them, added it to my CV, and used the same platform to find a role in the new field. The whole journey felt joined up and supportive.
Courses plus jobs in one place