In a world where people can simultaneously job search while they’re ordering a cup of coffee, why are recruiters worth it in 2022? When are they beneficial? When are they not?
Why are recruiters worth it in 2022?
The Workplace Roundtable states, “In most cases, working with a job recruiter is worth it for job applicants. A recruiter can send an applicant’s resume to more jobs than the applicant can on their own. However, some companies may only think a recruiter is worth the investment for certain purposes.”
When is it worth it to utilize a recruiter?
Most of the time, recruiters invoice the company where they place a candidate. That means if you’re the candidate, working with a recruiter likely will come at no cost to you. This low cost to you, in turn, results in more resume exposure to the types of jobs you’re looking for where you’d more likely want a placement.
Additionally, if you are a candidate that has ample experience in your field, this is another good reason to use a recruiter. Since companies compensate the recruiter, they will likely have an incentive to pay higher salaries to find you the job requisitions.
Do I work in a field that fosters the use of a recruiter?
Right now, growing fields that do not have as many recent college graduates and a smaller pool of competition include engineering, software development – which is on track to increase by 30% over the next ten years – and more. These fields are prime for success in working with a recruiter. Recruiters know how marketable a candidate you are with knowledge in an area with a small labor pool.
Another great tip to keep in mind is the concept of specialization. When you can niche down in your field and grow your experience based on a concentrated segment of your industry, you make the recruiter’s job easier by giving them something concrete to offer a company that needs your unique skills.
So, are you considering utilizing the talents of a recruiter? At APC, our specialized recruiters have a vast range of experience matching our great candidates with our client pool. So, apply today through APC’s job board, and browse a range of positions from web developers to business analysts and everything in between and learn why recruiters are worth it in 2022.
Kristen Burgess is the Marketing Specialist at Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. She has five years’ experience in curating content for digital platforms, social media contributions, and supporting marketing campaigns and strategies. Before joining the APC wolfpack, she worked in digital marketing for software as a service, giving her keen insight into the types of professionals APC hires today. In addition, she likes to stay up-to-date on the most relevant trends within the technology industry through thought-provoking podcasts and newsletters while paying attention to industry leaders’ trends. In her spare time, she serves on the Management Team and helps craft communications for the Junior League of Durham and Orange Counties.
