The verdict in three sentences
A showcase website + job board for a recruitment agency costs between 8,000 and 18,000 EUR in 2026, depending on candidate features. The ATS integration via API (+2,500 to 6,000 EUR) and the GDPR-compliant candidate area are the two technical items that shape the budget. Plan for 8 to 12 weeks of project time, EU-compliant hosting and 200 to 500 EUR/month maintenance.
The quote line by line
A recruitment agency sells its ability to source and retain candidates: the site must smooth that journey. Here are 2026 orders of magnitude.
| Line item | 2026 range (EUR) | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Showcase site + job board | 8,000 - 18,000 | Design, dev, listing pages, filters |
| ATS integration (API) | 2,500 - 6,000 | Sync of postings/applications |
| GDPR candidate area | 1,500 - 4,000 | CV upload, consents, auto purge |
| Job search engine | 1,000 - 3,000 | Filters by role, location, contract |
| Copy + job SEO | 800 - 2,500 | Role pages, JobPosting schema |
| EU-compliant hosting | 30 - 90 EUR/month | EU servers, backups |
The ATS integration is the most sensitive item: it avoids double entry and automatically syncs published postings and received applications with the operational tool (Bullhorn, Recruitee, Vincere, etc.).
Candidate GDPR: an item not to underestimate
Candidate data is sensitive. Compliance is not optional and must be budgeted precisely.
| GDPR requirement | Implementation | 2026 indicative cost |
|---|---|---|
| Consent for CV upload | Explicit checkboxes, logging | 400 - 900 EUR |
| Limited retention period | Configurable auto purge | 500 - 1,200 EUR |
| Access / deletion rights | Self-service candidate area | 800 - 2,000 EUR |
| EU data hosting | EU servers, DPA contract | 30 - 90 EUR/month |
| Register + policy | Documentation, notices | 300 - 800 EUR |
A GDPR breach exposes you to penalties and, above all, loss of candidate trust. This item, often 2,000 to 5,000 EUR, is a credibility investment.
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Mini case study
Sophie, director of a 14-consultant recruitment agency in London, budgets 14,500 EUR for a site with a job board and Bullhorn integration, plus 350 EUR/month maintenance. Before, her consultants posted each opening manually across 3 channels: about 45 minutes per opening, or 60 hours/month for 80 openings. With ATS sync, this drops to 5 minutes per opening, saving 53 hours/month. At a loaded cost of 45 EUR/h, that is 2,385 EUR/month of recovered productivity: the site pays for itself in about 6 months.
FAQ
What budget for a site with a job board? Between 8,000 and 18,000 EUR in 2026, depending on the job search engine, candidate area and design. ATS integration is added on top.
How much is ATS integration? From 2,500 to 6,000 EUR depending on the tool (Bullhorn, Recruitee, Vincere) and API richness. It removes double entry and improves data reliability.
Is a GDPR candidate area mandatory? As soon as you collect CVs, yes. Budget 1,500 to 4,000 EUR for a compliant area with consents, auto purge and right to erasure.
What is the build timeline? From 8 to 12 weeks, with ATS integration and GDPR QA being the longest steps. Plan thorough testing before launch.
Do I need specific hosting? Yes, EU-compliant hosting (30-90 EUR/month) with a data processing agreement, essential for candidate data.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your current ATS, your volume of published openings and your indicative budget, and we will scope a GDPR-compliant job board site synced to your tool. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
