Core Insights - The employment market in Bosnia is experiencing a decline in job openings while job-seeking demand continues to rise [1] Recruitment Market Analysis - In the first half of 2025, a total of 5,398 job advertisements were published, offering 10,540 job positions, which represents an 18% decrease in job ads and a 22% decrease in job positions compared to the same period last year [1] - Overall, the recruitment market in Bosnia saw a 24% drop in advertisement volume, indicating a significant contraction in employment supply [1] - Despite the decrease in job advertisements, the demand for job seekers remains stable, with a total of 186,300 job applications received, which is roughly unchanged from the previous year [1] Job Application Trends - The average number of applications per job position increased by 28%, rising from 14 applications to 18 applications [1] - The average view count per job advertisement has increased by over 20% [1] Industry Demand - The highest demand for job positions is concentrated in five key sectors: business/sales, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering, transportation and logistics, manufacturing, and hospitality/tourism [1]