<strong>Every job seeker knows that a recruitment agency can help land them a job, but many applicants just don’t know quite how to get the most from their relationship with their recruitment consultant. </strong><br />
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The primary function of a recruiter is to match prospective candidates with hiring companies, but there is so much more that they also do including candidate selection, CV reviewing, preliminary interviews, and assisting with job offers. In essence, recruiters want to hire the best candidate for a particular company and position, but this is impossible if job seekers don’t do their part as well. Here are some great tips at helping recruiters find job seekers the jobs they really want.<br />
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<h2 style="text-align: justify;">Choose an agency carefully</h2>
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There are a lot of recruitment agencies out there and many of them specialise in particular industries. It isn’t wise to blindly reach out to random recruiting agencies. Instead, try to hone in on several agencies that specialise in recruiting for the desired industry. This way, the recruiters will have direct access to the right sort of companies and networks. Additionally, stick to working with just two or three agencies at the same time, otherwise employers may see it as an act of desperation.<br />
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Communication is key</h2>
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Job seekers may never receive a single offer if they don’t effectively communicate with the recruiters they are working with. Touching base and following up is a critical aspect of working with a recruiter. Job seekers must do their due diligence and keep their recruiters updated on how the job search is going, what went on during the last interview, and if there are any problems. Transparency and honesty are always the best policies when it comes to working with a recruiter and making the most of those services.<br />
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<h2 style="text-align: justify;">Don’t be afraid to ask for help</h2>
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Recruiters work for both the employer and the employee, so don’t be afraid to ask for help. Yes, recruitment agencies are paid by the employer to find appropriate workers, but it is in their best interest to find the cream of the crop. <br />
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It is important to proactively customise the CV, cover letter, and other materials to best fit each job prospect, but don’t be afraid to ask for help from the recruiter. Recruitment professionals can provide valuable advice on writing cover letters, CVs, and interviewing. In fact, many will even conduct practice interviews with job seekers!<br />
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<h2 style="text-align: justify;">Don’t communicate with the hiring company directly</h2>
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One of the advantages of working with a recruiter is having access to his or her experience and knowledge of their clients. Recruitment professionals know exactly how to present job seekers in the best possible light based on what the hiring company is looking for. <br />
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Recruiters can also assist with damage control in the case of any issues encountered during the interview process as well as negotiate for the best possible compensation package. However, this is only possible if job seekers work directly with the recruiter rather than sidestepping them and addressing the hiring company directly.<br />
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