Open to a job change? 8 reasons why a recruiter is your secret weapon

Are you feeling stuck in your current job or on the hunt for a new challenge? You’re not alone! According to our recent study, a whopping 72% of Gen Z workers and 67% of Gen Y have considered leaving their role in the last 12 months.

But with so many opportunities out there, how do you navigate the job market to find the right role for you? That’s where a recruiter comes in – here are 8 reasons why you should team up with a recruiter:

Reason 1: It’s their job to find you a job you’ll love.

Recruiters make it their mission to place talented candidates in amazing roles. They work closely with their clients to ensure each candidates is the perfect match in terms of skills and workplace culture. Their primary role is to place you in a great role that aligns with your needs and career goals. They want to make sure you’ll be happy for the long haul.

Reason 2: Get personalised career advice.

Recruiters take the time to understand your motivations, your talents, and preferences. They will work with you to find a role that will fulfill your needs. They’re specialists in their local market and industries, and can provide insights into the latest trends, best companies and expected salary ranges. And if you’re not sure what you’re looking for, give them a call! They can chat through your options and let you know about current opportunities.

Reason 3: Save time, money, and stress.

With a recruiter, you can stress less about your job search. They take care of everything for you. You’ll save hours trawling through job sites, submitting applications and following up. And the best part? They’re paid on commission, so they’ll even negotiate a better salary on your behalf – all for free! Don’t worry – everything you do with a recruiter is confidential, so can look on your own terms without your current employer finding out.

Reason 4: Access to unadvertised job opportunities.

Recruiters always have tonnes of great job opportunities on their desk, but some they keep on the down low. When you’re on their radar, you will get first dibs at these hidden gems giving you an edge in the job market. You will remain in their database and mailing lists, so if something pops up that they think will match your skills and preferences, they will reach out to let you know!

Reason 5: Make your job application noticed.

Recruiters work hard to maintain relationships with the clients they work with. When they match you with a job, they’ll personally recommend you to the client, which means your application won’t get lost in a sea of other candidates. Recruiters also have a great understanding of not just the position requirements, but the company’s culture and growth prospects. This can help you determine ahead of time whether the job is a good fit for you and rest assured you won’t be stuck in a dead-end job.

Reason 6: They have a network of hiring managers at their finger tips.

Recruiters are well-connected in their industry. For example, our Frontline Recruiters have relationships with hiring managers across Australia and New Zealand that they have formed over the past 28 years. You’re able to use these relationships to your advantage when looking for a job. In certain situations, if your experience aligns with one of the jobs we’ve listed, one of our friendly recruiters will help advocate for you and pitch your application to the company.

Reason 7: Coach you for interviews and make sure you’re settling in.

When it comes to interviews, recruiters have your back. When you have landed an interview, they will coach you and give you tips on what to say and wear. They know exactly what the client is looking for, that means you will never go into an interview blind! But it doesn’t stop there, good recruiters will also help you prepare you for your start date and follow-up with you after you’ve begun your new job to make sure you’re settling in ok.

Reason 8: You’ll have a long term career partner.

Did you know on average Gen Z will have 18 jobs in their lifetime. That’s a lot of career changes! By keeping in touch with your recruiter, you’ll have a long-term career partner who knows your skillset and can help you find your next challenge when the time comes.

Are you open to a job change? Speak to one of our recruiters!

So, recruiters are not just matchmakers, but also career coaches, mentors, and long-term partners. They can take the pressure off your job search and help you find the right role that aligns with your needs and career goals. So, if you’re open to a new role, know you can stress less by speaking to one of our friendly recruiters!