Can you get a job without a recruiter?

There’s no doubt recruiters can help you get a job, but you can conduct your job search without them. Companies won’t have to pay to hire you as they would through recruiters, which is to your advantage when competing with applicants represented by recruiters.

Is it better to find a job through a recruiter?

Working with a recruiter can be a great way to advance your job search. But, remember it’s just one avenue. So, take the experience at face value: They can help you find your next position—and that’d be a great outcome for everyone.

Is it OK to work with multiple recruiters?

Yes you can work with multiple recruiters (recommended) but you can only be presented to each company for a specific job by one recruiter so make sure you know where your resume is being sent – if two recruiters present you for the same job, most companies will throw your resume out rather than deal with agencies both …

Should I apply directly to the company or through the recruiter?

If the recruiter has a good relationship with the company and finds out you ditched him or her to apply directly, it’s possible the company decides they’d rather not upset the recruiter and pass on you in order to maintain that relationship. I do believe I will get better communication and faster answers if apply directly to the company.

Would you ever work with a recruiter behind their back?

Going behind someone’s back to give yourself an advantage is a big red flag to most people. Personally, I wouldn’t want to work with someone like that as I would be unable to trust them. The recruiter gave you that information in good faith. Going directly to the company will burn your bridges with the recruiter.

Is your recruiting system broken?

Hiring managers know it. HR people know their recruiting system is broken, too, but they either have too much else going on or don’t feel they have enough political capital to bring up the issue with senior management.

What do recruiters say when you don’t get the job?

If the company calls you and says “Sorry, you didn’t get the job”, you may just say “Never mind, thanks anyway” and end the call. A recruiter will press for feedback to understand why it happened, and how to improve your chances in the future.