You're looking for a job and see all kinds of positions that interest you!
Why not reach out to a recruiter directly to find open positions that fit your skill-set and experience?
Contact The Right Recruiter
Do
Research the recruiter before contacting them — review their LinkedIn profile and recommendations.
Look out for recruiting scams —avoid recruiters whose email is from a free website.
Watch for evasive recruiters who are vague about the job you're interested in.
Don't
Begin contacting recruiters without a plan.
Give them private information like salary history, personal history, or send them money before applying.
Pursuejobs that sound too good to be true or offer unrealistic salaries.
Accept a job offer without an interview.
Quiz
The recruiter is telling you that the job is perfect for you and you don't need an interview.
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Reach Out To Recruiters
Join relevant groups on LinkedIn and other social media platforms to find recruiters.
Network with recruiters in professional groups related to your field.
Email recruiters for the best chances of getting in touch or contact a company via social media and ask them for a recruiter’s contact information.
Send a direct message if you're unable to get an email address.
Tips
Do
Research a company you're interested in applying for a job with.
Address the recruiter by name, explain why you're reaching out and what your objective is.
Tell the recruiter what attracts you to the company — a specific campaign or product you saw — and emphasize your interest in joining the team.
Include basic information — your name, where you currently work (if working), your professional background, and career plans.
Don't
Send a generic or long message — keep it tailored to the position and under 2 minutes of reading time.
Be vague in describing what you want in a position.
Speak poorly of your current employer or past employers.
Forget to offer several times when you're available to speak with the recruiter.
Forget to find something in common with the recruiter such as schools attended.
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Writing An Effective Message
Introduction:
Dear Mr./Mrs./Ms. [Last name of the hiring manager],
I am writing to you to express my interest in the [position] currently available at ABC Company. I believe that I am an excellent fit for this position because I have [list your experience and background].
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Restate your qualifications:
I believe that after you have reviewed my application and resume you will see that I possess an excellent skill set which matches your requirements perfectly.
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Offer times to speak with a recruiter:
I was hoping you might have a few minutes to discuss the roles you are recruiting for over the phone this week. I am available [list times and days you are available].
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Closing:
If you have any further questions or require additional documentation, please feel free to contact me. Thank you for your time and consideration.
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