Jersey Hired Secures $250,000 Investment to Revolutionize Local Recruitment Technology

Funding will accelerate AI-driven matching and expand outreach to underserved employment sectors across New Jersey.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Jersey Hired, a leading job board and talent platform focused on the New Jersey market, has secured a $250,000 strategic investment. The funding will be used to enhance the platform's AI-driven matching algorithms, expand its sales force, and provide a more streamlined experience for mobile-first job seekers.

Why it matters

In an era where global job boards can feel impersonal, Jersey Hired's hyper-local approach aims to better connect top-tier talent with the state's most innovative employers, driving economic growth across New Jersey.

The details

The $250,000 investment marks a significant milestone in Jersey Hired's growth trajectory. The funds will be used to improve the platform's user experience and user interface, develop more sophisticated predictive analytics to help employers forecast hiring needs, and expand the sales team's footprint in South and Central Jersey.

  • Jersey Hired announced the $250,000 investment on February 16, 2026.

The players

Jersey Hired

A leading recruitment marketing and talent acquisition platform dedicated to the New Jersey business community, and a subsidiary of Local Talent Group.

Local Talent Group

The parent company of Jersey Hired, with a philosophy of combining technology and community to facilitate the best hires.

Richard Eib

The Group Managing Director of Local Talent Group, who expressed confidence in Jersey Hired's ability to disrupt the regional hiring landscape.

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What they’re saying

“This investment is a testament to the strength of the Jersey Hired brand and the vital role it plays in our portfolio. At Local Talent Group, our philosophy has always been that the best hires happen when technology meets community. This capital allows Jersey Hired to double down on that philosophy, providing New Jersey businesses with the sophisticated tools they need to find local talent faster and more efficiently than ever before.”

— Richard Eib, Group Managing Director of Local Talent Group (bakercityherald.com)

The takeaway

Jersey Hired's $250,000 investment underscores the growing demand for hyper-local, community-driven recruitment solutions that can better connect top talent with innovative employers across New Jersey, driving economic growth and opportunity in the Garden State.