Many people automatically ignore calls or messages from recruiters. But whether or not you’re actively searching for a new job, recruiters are a valuable career resource. Here are six ways recruiters can help you find your perfect job.
How Recruiters Can Boost Your Career
1. Recruiters Are Job Market Experts
A good recruiter can share data and trends in the general job market and your specific industry, giving you exclusive insights into key factors like market salaries and the best times to consider a new position. Recruiters will also get to know your background and skills and can recommend well-fitting roles or career paths you may not have considered.
2. Recruiters Have Access to Exclusive Opportunities
If you’re struggling to find a role with a rank and salary that match your experience, a recruiter can help. Often, the positions a recruiter fills aren’t listed on job boards or company sites. This may be because the employer wants to keep the job opening confidential or working exclusively with the recruiter to find their ideal hire. Whatever the reason, it’s not uncommon for some of the most rewarding or high-paying opportunities to only be available through a recruiter.
3. Recruiters Leverage Personal Relationships to Coach Candidates
Getting a high-profile employer’s attention through a standardized application can be near impossible. But these employers are recruiters’ clients, and a good recruiter will have developed close working relationships with their clients. They can coach you on making yourself stand out to specific employers—what to include on your resume, how to answer questions, and whether the employer is a stickler for post-interview thank-you notes. By partnering with a recruiter, you’ll have a better chance of making a great impression.
4. Recruiters Speed the Hiring Process
There’s nothing more frustrating than applying for a role you’re excited about—and never hearing back. A recruiter’s established client relationships mean they have direct access to key decision-makers and can speed up hiring you. They’ll advocate for you throughout the process, checking in to ensure the employer has reviewed your application and personally recommending you for the position.
5. Recruiters Are Incentivized to Get You a Higher Salary
One of the most practical reasons to work with a recruiter is that, because they often earn commission based on the salaries of the candidates they place, recruiters have the incentive to negotiate a higher salary for you. And as job market experts, recruiters have up-to-date knowledge about market salaries for various industries and can ensure you’ll be paid what you’re worth in your new role.
6. Recruiters Keep Your Job Search Confidential
If you’re already employed, you probably don’t want your current employer to know about your job search. However, many employers have access to common job application databases. But recruiters prioritize confidentiality in their work since it’s often a top concern for their companies. If a recruiter handles your job search, your current employer won’t be able to access the recruiter’s applicant system, ensuring your privacy.
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