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Understanding “No Longer Available” or Disappeared LinkedIn Jobs When Using PyjamaHR

Updated over 3 weeks ago

Executive Summary

If your LinkedIn job postings created via PyjamaHR are showing as “No longer available,” have disappeared, or aren’t visible to candidates, you’re not alone. This article explains why this happens, how LinkedIn’s recent policy changes impact your job visibility, and what you can do to resolve or work around these issues. We’ll walk you through step-by-step troubleshooting, best practices, and advanced tips to ensure your jobs reach the right candidates.

Detailed Overview

What Does “No Longer Available” or Disappeared Mean?

When a job posted from PyjamaHR to LinkedIn shows as “No longer available,” “This job is no longer visible on LinkedIn,” or simply disappears, it means LinkedIn has either unpublished, hidden, or restricted your job post. This can happen immediately after posting, after a short period, or even after you’ve received some applications.

Why Does This Happen?

Based on hundreds of customer conversations, the most common reasons are:

  1. LinkedIn’s Staffing Agency Policy (2023-2024):
    - LinkedIn now restricts free job postings from accounts flagged as “Staffing” or “Recruiting” agencies. Jobs posted from these accounts may be hidden, removed, or only visible to company employees.
    - LinkedIn Policy Reference

  2. Account or Job Flagging:
    - LinkedIn may flag your company page or specific job posts due to policy violations, suspicious activity, or classification as a staffing agency—even if you’re hiring for internal roles.

  3. Integration or Technical Issues:
    - Disconnected LinkedIn integrations, expired tokens, or issues with the job posting workflow can cause jobs to not appear or to disappear.

  4. Job Closure or Deletion in PyjamaHR:
    - Closing or deleting a job in PyjamaHR should unpublish it from LinkedIn, but sometimes jobs remain visible due to sync delays or LinkedIn-side caching.

  5. LinkedIn Review Delays:
    - LinkedIn may take up to 24-72 hours to review and publish jobs, during which time jobs may not be visible.

Business Impact

  • Reduced Candidate Flow: Jobs not visible on LinkedIn mean fewer applicants.

  • Confusion for Recruiters: Mismatched status between PyjamaHR and LinkedIn can lead to double work or missed candidates.

  • Brand Reputation: Candidates seeing “No longer available” may think your company is not actively hiring.

Step-by-Step Guide: Diagnosing and Resolving Disappeared LinkedIn Jobs

Prerequisites

  • You must have admin access to your PyjamaHR account and your LinkedIn company page.

  • Your LinkedIn integration must be set up in PyjamaHR (Settings > Integrations > LinkedIn).

1. Check Your LinkedIn Company Page Classification

  • Go to your LinkedIn company page.

  • Under “Industry,” see if it’s set to “Staffing,” “Recruiting,” or similar.

  • If yes, your jobs are likely being restricted due to LinkedIn’s policy.

2. Verify Job Status in PyjamaHR

  • Go to the “Jobs” section in PyjamaHR.

  • Check if the job is marked as “Open,” “Closed,” or “Deleted.”

  • If closed/deleted, it should be unpublished from LinkedIn (may take up to 24 hours).

3. Check LinkedIn Integration Health

  • Go to Settings > Integrations > LinkedIn in PyjamaHR.

  • Ensure your LinkedIn account is connected and shows as “Active.”

  • If disconnected, reconnect and republish jobs.

4. Search for the Job on LinkedIn

  • Use the direct LinkedIn job link (found in PyjamaHR under the job’s “Publish” tab).

  • Try searching in incognito mode or from a different LinkedIn account.

  • If you see “No longer available” or “Only visible to employees,” your job is restricted.

5. Review LinkedIn Error Messages

  • Common messages:

    • “This job is no longer visible on LinkedIn.”

    • “We found this job on another site and it’s only visible to [Company] employees.”

    • “Promote this job to collect applicants. Contact sales.”

  • These indicate LinkedIn has unpublished or restricted your job.

6. Check for Policy Violations or Account Flags

  • If you’ve received communication from LinkedIn or PyjamaHR about policy violations, your account may be flagged.

  • Multiple logins from different devices or suspicious activity can also trigger flags.

7. Try Workarounds if You’re a Staffing Agency

  • Option 1: Post jobs using your client’s LinkedIn company page (requires client approval).

  • Option 2: Integrate a different company LinkedIn page not classified as “Staffing.”

  • Option 3: Consider paid LinkedIn Recruiter plans (note: expensive).

8. Contact PyjamaHR Support

  • If you’ve tried all steps and jobs are still not visible, contact support with:

    • Job ID(s)

    • Screenshots of LinkedIn error messages

    • Your LinkedIn company page URL

[Screenshot Callouts:
- Where to find LinkedIn integration status in PyjamaHR
- Job status in PyjamaHR
- Example of LinkedIn “No longer available” error]

Advanced Usage & Best Practices

For Staffing/Recruiting Agencies

  • Avoid “Staffing” or “Recruiting” in your LinkedIn company page industry if possible.

  • Don’t use phrases like “We’re hiring for our clients” in job descriptions.

  • If posting for clients, request their LinkedIn page access or post directly on their behalf.

  • Monitor LinkedIn’s policy updates regularly.

For All Users

  • Always check job status in both PyjamaHR and LinkedIn after publishing.

  • Republish jobs if you update or reconnect your LinkedIn integration.

  • Keep a record of LinkedIn job links for troubleshooting.

  • If you close a job in PyjamaHR, verify it’s unpublished on LinkedIn within 24 hours.

Troubleshooting & Common Issues

Common Error Messages & Solutions

Error Message

Likely Cause

Solution

“No longer available”

LinkedIn policy restriction, job closed, or flagged

Check company page industry, republish, or use workaround

“Only visible to employees”

Account flagged as staffing/recruiting

Use client’s LinkedIn page or change industry classification

“Job not found”

Integration issue or job deleted

Reconnect LinkedIn, republish, or contact support

“Promote this job to collect applicants”

Free job posting restricted

Consider paid LinkedIn options or workarounds

What If Scenarios

  • What if I’m not a staffing agency but my jobs are hidden?

  • Check if your LinkedIn page was previously classified as staffing/recruiting.

  • Contact LinkedIn support to request a review.

  • What if jobs remain visible on LinkedIn after closing in PyjamaHR?

  • Wait up to 24 hours for sync.

  • If still visible, contact PyjamaHR support with job IDs.

  • What if I receive applicants in PyjamaHR but LinkedIn shows 0 applicants?

  • This is a LinkedIn reporting delay or sync issue; applicants are still being collected.

  • What if I disconnect LinkedIn integration but jobs remain live?

  • Jobs must be closed in PyjamaHR to be unpublished from LinkedIn.

Comprehensive FAQ

1. Why did my LinkedIn job disappear or show as “No longer available”?
- Most likely due to LinkedIn’s staffing agency policy or your company page being flagged.

2. How do I know if my company is flagged as a staffing agency?
- Check your LinkedIn company page industry. If set to “Staffing” or “Recruiting,” you are affected.

3. Can I change my LinkedIn industry to fix this?
- Changing industry may help, but LinkedIn may still flag your account based on history.

4. What are my options if I’m a staffing agency?
- Use your client’s LinkedIn page, integrate a non-staffing company page, or consider paid LinkedIn options.

5. Why do I see applicants in PyjamaHR but not on LinkedIn?
- LinkedIn may not display applicants if the job is restricted, but PyjamaHR still collects them.

6. How long does it take for jobs to appear or disappear on LinkedIn?
- Up to 24-72 hours due to LinkedIn’s review and sync process.

7. What should I do if jobs remain on LinkedIn after closing them in PyjamaHR?
- Wait 24 hours, then contact support with job IDs if still visible.

8. Can I post jobs on LinkedIn using a personal profile?
- No, PyjamaHR requires a company page for integration.

9. What if I get the error “Promote this job to collect applicants”?
- This means free postings are restricted; consider paid options or workarounds.

10. Will changing my LinkedIn company page to another industry remove the restriction?
- It may help, but LinkedIn’s internal flagging may persist.

11. Can PyjamaHR fix LinkedIn policy issues for me?
- PyjamaHR can assist with integration and workarounds, but cannot override LinkedIn’s platform policies.

12. What if my account is blocked or flagged by LinkedIn or PyjamaHR?
- Provide business verification documents to PyjamaHR support for review and unblocking.

Related Features & Next Steps

  • LinkedIn Integration: How to set up and troubleshoot LinkedIn integration in PyjamaHR

  • Job Status Management: Always use PyjamaHR’s job status controls to manage visibility.

  • Candidate Management: Even if LinkedIn restricts your job, candidates who applied before restriction will still appear in PyjamaHR.

  • Other Job Boards: Consider using additional job boards (Monster, Google Jobs, ZipRecruiter, etc.) for broader reach.

  • Contact Support: If you’re stuck, provide job IDs, screenshots, and LinkedIn URLs for fastest resolution.

Summary Table: Do’s and Don’ts

Do

Don’t

Check your LinkedIn company page industry

Ignore LinkedIn policy updates

Use client LinkedIn pages if you’re a staffing agency

Use “Staffing” or “Recruiting” industry if avoidable

Republish jobs after reconnecting LinkedIn

Assume jobs are live without checking

Contact support with detailed info

Post jobs with “We’re hiring for our clients” in description

Additional Resources

Still have questions?
Contact PyjamaHR support with your job ID, LinkedIn company page URL, and screenshots for personalized assistance.

This article is based on real customer conversations and is updated regularly to reflect the latest LinkedIn and PyjamaHR platform changes.

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