Desktop Application
The application aims to bridge the gap between HRs and job seekers by creating transparency around salary expectations and limits. It allows users on both sides to input their desired or offered salary, submit it, and then view the other party’s response.
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Overview
The application aims to bridge the gap between HRs and job seekers by creating transparency around salary expectations and limits. It allows users on both sides to input their desired or offered salary, submit it, and then view the other party’s response. This design prioritizes ease of use, clarity, and transparency, ensuring that both HRs and job seekers have a realistic understanding of salary expectations.
User Personas
• HR Professionals: Responsible for hiring and budget management, HR professionals need a straightforward way to set and communicate salary limits for various positions.
• Job Seekers: Individuals looking for employment, who want to understand the market rate for their skills and experience, and negotiate salaries confidently.
User Flow
Step 1: Registration/Login
• HRs and Job Seekers: Users register with their professional details. HRs provide company information, while job seekers provide their job-seeking status and preferences.
Step 2: Salary Input
• HRs: Input the realistic salary range they can offer for a specific role.
• Job Seekers: Input the salary they desire or expect for a role.
Step 3: Submission and Viewing Results
• HRs and Job Seekers: After submitting their salary information, users receive a unique link. Upon accessing the link, they can view the salary expectations or limits set by the other party.
Step 4: Salary Comparison
• Both Parties: The application presents a clear comparison between the HR’s offered range and the job seeker’s expectations, highlighting areas of alignment or disparity.
Step 5: Next Steps
• HRs: Can decide whether to proceed with further discussions or negotiations based on the job seeker’s expectations.
• Job Seekers: Can choose to apply, negotiate, or decline based on the salary information provided by the HR.
UI/UX Considerations
Simplicity and Clarity:
• The design must be intuitive, with clear instructions guiding users through the process of entering and submitting salary information.
Transparency:
• Use visual aids, such as sliders or graphs, to display salary ranges and comparisons clearly.
Confidentiality:
• Ensure that salary information is kept confidential and only shared with relevant parties. Users should feel secure knowing that their details are protected.
Responsive Design:
• The application should be fully responsive, ensuring a seamless experience on both desktop and mobile devices.
Visual Hierarchy:
• Key actions (e.g., submitting salary information, viewing results) should be prominently placed, with a logical flow that minimizes the number of steps to complete a task.
Wireframes and Prototypes
Initial Wireframes:
• Create low-fidelity wireframes to map out the layout of the application, ensuring a user-centric design.
Prototypes:
• Develop interactive prototypes to test the user flow, making adjustments based on user feedback.
Usability Testing
• Conduct usability testing with both HR professionals and job seekers to gather feedback on the ease of use, clarity of information, and overall experience. Make iterative improvements based on test results.
Visual Design
Branding:
• The design should reflect the professionalism and transparency of the platform. Use a clean and modern color palette, with a focus on trust-building colors like blues and greens.
Typography:
• Choose readable, professional fonts that convey clarity and simplicity.
Final Thoughts
The design of this application should empower both HRs and job seekers by providing them with the tools they need to make informed decisions about salary expectations. By prioritizing transparency and ease of use, the application will foster a more open and fair job market.
