The Rise of 'Ghost Jobs': How Fake Listings Skew Tech Hiring Data and Erode Trust
Up to 34% of advertised vacancies may be 'ghost jobs'—positions listed with no intent to hire, according to UK and US studies. This practice, prevalent in tech recruitment, distorts labor market data and damages job seeker morale, prompting legislative action in North America. Experts reveal companies use these listings to build talent pools, feign growth, or harvest applicant data.