Posting or Accepting Jobs
Hire Local makes it easy for customers to post jobs and for experts to accept or apply. This is the core of how the platform works — matching local needs with local skills.
Below are step-by-step guides for both customers and experts.
For Customers: How to Post a Job
Log in to your Customer account
Click “Post a Job” from your dashboard or homepage.
Fill in the job details:
- Title (e.g. “Fix leaking tap in bathroom”)
- Category (choose the right service type)
- Location (your town or city)
- Budget (fixed price or hourly rate)
- Description (explain clearly what needs doing)
- Photos or documents (optional but helpful)
Publish your job
After submitting, your job will go into Open status. Experts in that category will be able to view and apply.
Review applications or invite experts
You can wait for applications or search expert profiles and send invites directly.
For Experts: How to Apply or Accept a Job
Log in to your Expert account
Go to the “Find Jobs” section
Use filters to browse jobs by location, category, and budget.
Click on a job to view full details
Two ways to engage:
Apply to open jobs
Click “Apply” and submit your offer. You can include:
- Your price (hourly or fixed)
- Time estimate
- Message or pitch explaining your approach
Accept an invite
If a customer has invited you to a job, go to the “Invitations” tab and click “Accept” to start working.
Wait for confirmation
The job will only start once the customer hires you. When that happens, it moves to In Progress, and you can begin work.
Helpful Tips
- Be specific in job descriptions (customers) and application messages (experts) — this reduces back-and-forth.
- Use messaging to clarify expectations or ask questions before accepting or applying.
- Track everything through the dashboard — it keeps job history clean and supports dispute resolution if needed.
