Recruiter Myths 101

Many people are unsure of how using a recruiter works and what exactly they do. Read on to discover the truth behind six common recruiting myths…

1.     I will get a lower salary if I use a recruiter

Myth: Using a recruiter means I will not be compensated fairly.

Fact: Recruiters have real insight on industry compensation and can assist with salary negotiation by being the middleman that ensures all parties reach a fair deal.

2.     I don’t need a recruiter because jobs are posted online

Myth: All open positions are posted online by companies hiring.

Fact: Some companies hire exclusively through recruiters to find the right candidate for a position. In many cases, the company does not publish the opening to keep it confidential from their clients, competition, or current staff.

3.     Who pays the recruiter?

Myth: Candidates pay a recruiter to use their service.

Fact: Recruiters get paid by the hiring company once a candidate is hired. 

4.     If a recruiter finds a candidate fast, they didn’t do a thorough search

Myth: A recruiter will quickly place any candidate in a role for their own convenience.

Fact: Recruiters have a network of candidates which they get to know, and they are specialists in select niche markets. This allows them to quickly narrow the search and drastically increase the speed that they hire for their clients (hiring companies).  

5.     My recruiter forgot about me

Myth: If your recruiter hasn’t contacted you in a while, they forgot about you.

Fact: Your recruiter will reach out once they find the right opportunity for you. The best recruiters get back to candidates regardless of if the news is good or bad.

6.     Recruiters help everyone find a job

Myth: Recruiters can help anyone find a new role.

Fact: Recruiters are a good resource to guide candidates in their job search, but most have specialized industries which they service and can only help if the candidate has relevant industry experience. Think of a lawyer, you wouldn’t go to an estate lawyer if you were facing a criminal charge. The same concept applies in recruiting.

Lucy
RaezerConnect