Working with a great recruiter can most definitely help you get the job you want-  but finding one to work with can be quite the challenge. However, this little extra effort might save you tons of stress during your search, lead to more suitable opportunities and even greater deals. As many companies look for candidates for multiple open positions or delegate their HR processes to agencies completely, most recruiters work on filling more positions simultaneously. As a consequence, they have a greater chance of knowing of openings that are not even advertised and have lots of useful insights of the job market. Regardless of the field of your work, there are lots of individuals working to find people like you, you just need to find them, or make them find you! Here’s how we recommend you do it as a recruitment agency:

1.   Include relevant experiences and keywords in your profile

Nowadays recruiters work by sourcing the internet for suitable candidates: this means they have a list of qualities and skills they are looking for on your profile or in your CV. As computers recognize everything as keywords, a list of phrases is usually made prior to each search to maximize the effectiveness of the workload. We recommend everyone to try and think the same way: look for buzzwords that are relevant to your industry, mirror the skills and experience you have, and include them somewhere on your profiles. Try to be as descriptive as possible though: catchy slogans like “well-performing team player” will probably just sound cheesy without sounding relevant. You can also be part of the conversation on social media, create or comment on posts to make your interests clear. The more information you give about yourself, the more likely you are to be found by a potential employer, or their recruitment agency.

2.   Give information on where you are available

Providing your contact information is essential if you want to hear of new opportunities, however, you don’t have to go all in. None of us likes to be bombarded with emails on our work address, or pick up the phone during family dinners. Provide only those details you like to be contacted with offers. More importantly, if you’d even like to be contacted. Many people have this misconception that recruiters are ruthless headhunters that cold call on people left and right to make a living. While it might be true to some agencies, professionals, the type you would want to work with will only contact you if they have an opening you’d truly be right for. Moreover, if it is clear from your profile that you love your current position, and are not at all interested in a change, they will not contact you at all. As an agency, it is our responsibility to serve our clients with the best candidates, who are truly up for the challenge.

3.   Communicate clearly

Standing up to professional recruiters that conduct searches within your industry might also be an option. You can find them the same way they would find you, send them your resume, and describe what you’re hoping to accomplish. There are also opportunities to casually shoot your CV to an agency like us. Being transparent in communication will speed up the entire recruitment process, and ensure you only get what you signed up for. Showing consistency and openness will get you your dream job sooner or later.

4.   Be honest but polite

Being rude to recruiters is not cool, regardless of your seniority at work. Even if you feel like you don’t want to be approached by anyone, there are lots of opportunities to showcase that on your profile. Not to mention that there might be a time in your life when you would be grateful for a little extra help or insight. Communicating clearly and honestly with recruiters will only be beneficial, even if you see no use at the moment. Self-awareness is also extremely important. You can tell an agency recruiter things you wouldn’t want your future employer to know, but can possibly affect the hiring process. Like why you wish to delay the interview, how much compensation you would find ideal, without lowering your standards, and many more. Our job is to negotiate for both parties and mediate the best possible outcome. If you trust us, we will represent you appropriately and to the best of our abilities.

5.   Use your networking skills

We always preach the importance of a good professional network. Here at IseeQ, we mostly arrange placements for people we are already in contact with, as it is easier to advocate for someone’s skills and personality if we already know them. Showing recruiters your personality will make them remember you, even if they don’t have an opening that suits you at the time. If you were memorable, your paths are much more likely to cross in the future. Try to pick up the contact with agencies or recruiters online or at networking events to multiply your chances of getting a great job.

Interested in more tips to score your dream job? Check our previous articles! We’ve already covered :
What To Consider Before You Start Looking For A New Job
How to find a job in the 21st century?
How to calm your interview jitters?
10 tips for a winning LinkedIn profile