JOB SEARCHING
Headhunting and recruitment agencies Agency recruiters can be valuable allies in your job search, helping you connect with opportunities that may not always be advertise. One of the best ways to get noticed by recruiters is to update your LinkedIn profile to indicate that you're open to new opportunities. You can do this by: Clicking on your profile and selecting the “Open to” button under your name. Choosing “Finding a new job” and specifying your preferred job titles, locations, and start date. Decide who can see that you’re open to work, either just recruiters or all LinkedIn members. After identifying you as a potential fit, recruiters will likely reach out and ask for your CV. This helps them present your qualifications to their clients. Make sure your CV is polished and tailored to highlight your key skills and accomplishments that align with the types of roles you’re seeking. It’s important to remember that recruiters juggle multiple roles and clients at once. While they may seem eager to engage initially, they may not always follow up or respond to your inquiries right away or at all. This can be frustrating, but it’s part of the process. Follow- up after a reasonable time if you haven’t heard back. A polite and concise message can remind the recruiter of your interest.
Recruiters often prefer to have a quick phone call to get to know you better. During this conversation, they may ask about:
Your career history and relevant experience.
The types of roles you're interested in. Your salary expectations, preferred work location, and availability.
This helps them determine which roles would be the best fit for you and their client.
Once a recruiter determines that you’re a good match for one of their clients, they’ll forward your CV to the hiring manager for consideration. In many cases, the recruiter will also send you background information about the client. This gives you a chance to research the company and tailor your approach if you’re invited to an interview. Sometimes, before committing to a formal interview, a client may request an informal meeting or call to gauge whether you would be a good fit for their organisation. If a client is impressed and interested, the recruiter will coordinate the formal interview process. The recruiter will facilitate the interview scheduling and preparation. If you are not successful, a good recruiter will typically provide constructive feedback from the employer.
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