Randstad Jobs Scraper

Extract comprehensive job listing data from Randstad.com and its global domains with ease. Collect detailed job information including titles, salaries, locations, and descriptions at scale. Perfect for recruitment analysis, job market research, and talent monitoring.

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Features

• Global Domain Support — Extract jobs from any Randstad country domain including .com, .fr, .ca, and more.
• High-Speed Performance — Optimized for speed using fast HTTP requests rather than heavy browser automation.
• Intelligent Extraction — Uses advanced JSON-LD data extraction with robust HTML parsing as a fallback.
• Built-in Stealth — Includes automatic User-Agent rotation and human-like delays to ensure reliable access.
• Automatic Pagination — Seamlessly navigates through search result pages to reach your desired data volume.

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Use Cases

Job Market Analysis

Analyze hiring trends and salary distributions across different industries and geographic locations. Build comprehensive datasets to understand market shifts and talent demand.

Competitive Intelligence

Monitor recruitment activities of competitors or specific companies. Track which roles are being prioritized and identify emerging talent needs in real-time.

Recruitment Aggregation

Build your own job board or recruitment tool by aggregating high-quality listings from one of the world's leading recruitment agencies.

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Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Default	Description
startUrl	String	No	https://www.randstad.com/jobs/	Randstad search URL to start scraping from. Supports all regional domains.
results_wanted	Integer	No	50	Maximum number of job listings to collect.
maxPages	Integer	No	10	Maximum number of search result pages to visit.
proxyConfiguration	Object	No	{ "useApifyProxy": false }	Proxy settings. Datacenter proxies work well for Randstad.

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Output Data

Each job listing in the dataset contains:

Field	Type	Description
title	String	The official job title.
company	String	Name of the hiring organization.
location	String	Physical location or remote status of the job.
salary	String	Salary range and currency information (if available).
contract_type	String	Employment type (e.g., Permanent, Temporary, Full-time).
description_text	String	Clean, plain-text version of the job description.
description_html	String	Original HTML format of the job description.
date_info	Object	Contains posted and closes dates for the listing.
url	String	Direct link to the job listing page.

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Usage Examples

Basic Search

Extract the latest 50 jobs from the default Randstad global search:

{
    "startUrl": "https://www.randstad.com/jobs/",
    "results_wanted": 50
}

Regional Job Extraction

Extract jobs specifically from the French Randstad domain with a higher limit:

{
    "startUrl": "https://www.randstad.fr/offres-emploi/",
    "results_wanted": 200,
    "maxPages": 20
}

Advanced Proxy Configuration

Using Apify Proxy for enhanced reliability in high-volume scraping:

{
    "startUrl": "https://www.randstad.com/jobs/q-developer/",
    "results_wanted": 100,
    "proxyConfiguration": {
        "useApifyProxy": true,
        "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
    }
}

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Sample Output

{
  "title": "Senior Software Engineer",
  "company": "Randstad",
  "location": "New York, NY, USA",
  "salary": "USD 120000-150000 Per Year",
  "contract_type": "FULL_TIME",
  "description_text": "We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team...",
  "description_html": "<p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior Software Engineer</strong> to join our team...</p>",
  "date_info": {
    "posted": "2024-05-01",
    "closes": "2024-06-01"
  },
  "url": "https://www.randstad.com/jobs/senior-software-engineer_new-york_12345/",
  "_source": "randstad.com",
  "_extractionMethod": "json-ld"
}

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Tips for Best Results

Optimize Your Search

• Use specific search URLs (with filters applied) as the startUrl.
• Verify the search results in your browser before running the scraper.
• Start with a small results_wanted (e.g., 20) to verify the output format.

Proxy Usage

• Randstad generally has moderate anti-bot protection.
• For small runs, datacenter proxies or even no proxy may work.
• For high-volume or frequent scraping, residential proxies are highly recommended.

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Integrations

Connect your Randstad data with your favorite tools:

• Google Sheets — Export directly for analysis and reporting.
• Airtable — Build a searchable job database.
• Slack — Get notifications for new job listings.
• Webhooks — Send data to your own CRM or ATS.
• Make & Zapier — Create automated recruitment workflows.

Export Formats

• JSON — For developer integrations and custom apps.
• CSV — For spreadsheet analysis and manual review.
• Excel — For business presentations and reporting.
• XML — For system-to-system data transfer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I scrape jobs from any country?

Yes, the scraper supports all Randstad regional domains. Simply provide the search URL for your specific country.

How many jobs can I collect?

You can collect as many jobs as are available on the website. For very large datasets, ensure you use proxies and increase the maxPages parameter.

Does it handle remote jobs?

Yes, it captures location data as provided by Randstad, including remote and hybrid roles.

Is the salary data always available?

Salary data depends on whether the employer has included it in the listing. If missing, the field will be null.

How often can I run the scraper?

You can schedule runs as frequently as needed using Apify's built-in scheduler.

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Support

For issues or feature requests, contact support through the Apify Console.

Resources

• Apify Documentation
• API Reference
• Scheduling Runs

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Legal Notice

This actor is designed for legitimate data collection purposes. Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with website terms of service and applicable laws. Use data responsibly and respect rate limits.