4 Tips for Reaching Out to Recruiters

The job hunt can be an exhausting and daunting process and we, as recruiters, understand that. We want to provide you with the best possible experience while you navigate this process, and there are a few things you can do as a candidate to help make this happen! Throughout my time as a Recruiting Specialist with JeffreyM Consulting, I have interacted with thousands of candidates. I’ve therefore picked up some tips along the way that can help ensure your interactions with recruiters goes smoothly and, most importantly, leaves them wanting more!

Tip #1: Be Specific

If you are interested in a certain role that a company is advertising it is always appreciated when you put in the effort to reach out to the specific recruiter for said role. Granted, a recruiter may not always be listed – so, the next best option is to e-mail the general alias or recruiting alias for that company, if they have one. Ours is [email protected]. Send us a message, we’d love to chat!

Tip #2: E-mail vs. Phone

I suggest leaving the phone call as a last resort. E-mail is, by far, a much better choice when first establishing a connection with a recruiter for a couple of reasons. Just like you, a recruiter’s day is incredibly busy. If you choose to call into our office, the odds that we are either already on the phone, about to hop on a call, or are currently unavailable, are pretty likely. However, if you e-mail us we can answer at a time when we are able to give you, and your questions, our full attention.

Tip #3: Utilize LinkedIn

LinkedIn is an awesome tool to utilize if you are seeking to connect with a recruiter. When requesting to connect, personalize the note you send and include a brief message about why you’d like to connect. This not only helps your request stand out in our inbox, but also gives us a little insight into how we can work with you!

If you are contacting a recruiter about a job that has been advertised, be sure to include a link to the job description. This is an effective way to ensure the recruiter knows the exact role you are interested in and can accurately provide details about the position.

Tip #4: Keep the Connection

Whether you landed the role, or perhaps moved on with another job, it’s always a smart move to stay in contact with a recruiter! I have people who will reach out months after we have connected to let me know that they just finished up with a position, and that they are back on the market. This type of check-in is fantastic because you just never know when your dream job just might be coming down our pipeline. However, be wary not to bombard a recruiter with e-mails too often. Once a month, or every other month, is just fine!