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How to Build a Winning Partnership with your Tech Recruiter

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Building a winning partnership with your tech recruiter can be the key to unlocking new career opportunities.

But, your relationship with your tech recruiter can sometimes feel tricky.  Recruiters are typically engaged at critical points of growth for businesses and support you with what can end up being big life decisions.

When managed well, this partnership can help you land opportunities you never knew existed.

I spent 10+ years working as an agency tech recruiter, here’s how you can build a winning partnership your recruiter and make the most of their expertise.

1: Know What You Want:

    Are you seeking a leadership role, a chance to work with cutting-edge technology, or better work-life balance? Share your priorities with your recruiter. This will help them approach you with relevant jobs.

    2: Be Transparent About Deal-Breakers:

    Whether it’s location, remote flexibility, or salary expectations, your tech recruiter needs to know what matters most to you.

    3: Think Long-Term:

    What do you want to experience in your career over the next few years? Let your recruiter know. Understanding your broader goals helps them find you with roles that support your growth.

    4: Make sure your Linked in and your CV are aligned:

    Avoid discrepancies between your resume and LinkedIn profile.

    I have had many situations in the past when a hiring manager has quizzed me on a candidate after looking up their Linked In profile.

    Rest assured, Recruiters and hiring managers will notice. You need to build trust with them, make sure they reflect your latest skills and experiences.

    5: Respond Quickly:

    Missed a call from your tech recruiter? Call them back as soon as you can.

    Often more than one agency is working on the same role Get back to them quickly so you don’t miss out on time sensitive opportunities.  

    6: Be Proactive:

    Got other interviews? An offer on the way? Let your recruiter know so that they can support you and manage other opportunities they are representing you for effectively.

    Haven’t hear from your recruiter? Don’t sit there wondering, get in touch with them. It will keep you at the front of their mind when new roles are coming in.

    7: Ask Questions:

    Your tech recruiter will have a wealth of market knowledge and advice they can share, make the most of it.

    Need help preparing for your interview? Ask them. Wondering how your CV comes across? Wondering how in demand your skills set is? How your salary compares to others in the market, or something else?

    Ask them.

    They will be more than happy to share their knowledge with you.

    8: Be Honest:

    Honesty is the best policy if you want to build a winning partnership with your tech recruiter.

    Don’t like the sound of the role? Let them know. Changed your mind about an interview? Feeling out of your depth with your search? Let them know that too.

    It helps them support you in the best way they can.

      Why Building a Winning Partnership Matters

      When you and your recruiter work as a team, the results can be life changing.

      Many of the best roles—like opportunities in pioneering start-ups or executive positions—aren’t advertised publicly.

      A recruiter can open doors you didn’t even know existed.

      By following these steps, you’ll make your job search a whole lot more productive and build a relationship that will last for many years to come.

      You never now when you might get that phone call about an opportunity that could change your life…..

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