Many businesses underestimate the true cost of an unfilled position. It’s easy to focus on direct costs—lost revenue, delayed projects, or missed opportunities—but the reality is that vacancy costs go much deeper.

To give you a tiny glimpse of what your revenue loss may be, we’ve created a basic vacancy cost calculator you can use.

But the truth is every day a role remains open, the burden on your existing team increases. Overworked employees become disengaged, morale drops, and productivity suffers. High performers might start looking elsewhere, adding another recruitment challenge to your plate. Customer service can also decline as teams struggle to keep up, damaging your brand and long-term profitability.

The longer you wait, the more expensive the problem becomes. A vacancy that remains open for months can cost a business far more in lost productivity and team burnout than a recruiter’s fee ever would. If your hiring process is dragging on, or if you’re struggling to attract the right talent, it’s time to bring in a professional. Bastian can help you fill the role quickly, efficiently, and with the right candidate—minimising business disruption and protecting your bottom line.

Don’t let an empty seat become a long-term liability. The real cost of a vacancy is much higher than even what our calculator can show you.