Stepstone
Job search sites
Recruiting software
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What is Stepstone
Stepstone is an online job board and recruitment advertising platform focused primarily on European labor markets. It enables job seekers to search and apply for roles, and enables employers to publish job ads, manage employer branding content, and purchase performance-based recruitment marketing services. The product is commonly used by mid-sized and enterprise employers that hire across multiple locations and want access to Stepstone’s audience and partner distribution network.
Strong European job marketplace
Stepstone operates well-known job sites across multiple European countries, which can help employers reach candidates in those markets. The platform supports localized job posting and candidate-facing experiences aligned to regional hiring needs. This is particularly relevant for organizations hiring in DACH and other EU regions where local job boards remain important.
Recruitment marketing and branding
Beyond basic job postings, Stepstone provides employer branding options such as company profiles and branded job ad formats. It also offers campaign-style recruitment marketing services intended to increase job ad visibility and applicant volume. These capabilities are useful for employers that treat hiring as an ongoing marketing funnel rather than one-off postings.
Job distribution and targeting
Stepstone supports broader reach through distribution to partner sites and targeted promotion options. Employers can use these tools to prioritize hard-to-fill roles and adjust spend based on performance. This can reduce reliance on manual reposting across multiple job boards.
Limited end-to-end ATS depth
Stepstone is primarily a job marketplace and recruitment advertising provider rather than a full applicant tracking system. Organizations that need deep workflow automation (e.g., structured interview kits, offer management, complex approvals) typically require a separate ATS. This can add integration and process overhead for recruiting teams.
Best fit for Europe
The strongest candidate reach is concentrated in specific European markets, which may limit value for employers hiring primarily outside those regions. Global organizations may need additional channels to cover North America or APAC at comparable scale. As a result, Stepstone often functions as one component of a multi-channel sourcing strategy.
Costs vary by visibility needs
Recruitment advertising effectiveness can depend on paid promotion levels, role competitiveness, and location. Employers may need to increase spend to maintain visibility for high-demand roles or crowded categories. Budget planning can be less predictable than fixed-cost recruiting tools when hiring volumes fluctuate.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stepstone All Jobs Starter | €149 per month (12-month term) | 1–2 job slots, jobs remain online until filled; 12 month duration with 3-month cancellation; advertised as entry package for small companies (new-customer discounts may apply). |
| Stepstone All Jobs (full) | Individual pricing | Annual package that covers all open positions during the year; jobs remain online until filled; up to ~75% lower cost per application vs single ads; contact sales for a quote. |
| Pro (Single ad) | €1,399 per ad (30 days) | Standard pro posting, 30-day runtime; refresh/date update after 15 days. |
| Pro Plus | €1,699 per ad (30 days) | Prioritized display, refresh after 15 days; advertised ~15% more applications than Pro. |
| Pro Ultimate | €2,399 per ad (60 days) | Higher priority and longer duration (60 days); refresh after 15 and 30 days; advertised ~50% more applications than Pro. |
| Select | €329 per ad (15 days) | For roles such as drivers, warehouse, security, cleaning, Aushilfen; 15-day runtime. |
| Select Plus | €749 per ad (30 days) | For nursing, craftsmen, educators, and similar; 30-day runtime. |
| Pro Campus | €199 per ad (30 days) | For apprentices, interns, students, and entry-level roles; 30-day runtime. |
| Individual / Enterprise | Custom pricing | Programmatic campaigns, CV database access, employer branding and combined solutions — pricing by quote. |
Seller details
Stepstone GmbH (a subsidiary of Axel Springer SE)
Düsseldorf, Germany
1996
Subsidiary
https://www.stepstone.com/
https://x.com/stepstone_de
https://www.linkedin.com/company/stepstone/
