What Role Do Executive Recruiters Play in Senior-Level Job Searches?
How Executive Recruiters Operate
Executive recruiters are often gatekeepers to top roles, especially at the senior manager, VP and C-suite levels. They work with businesses and organizations to fill their open positions, which means their priority is filling open positions—not finding you one. Most recruiters are great people, but they answer to their clients looking to fill jobs.
When Recruiters Can Help
Recruiters are most helpful when your background matches their active search. However, they rarely drive a search forward unless there’s a current client opening. For executives, this means recruiters can be a valuable resource but should never be your only strategy.
Why Recruiters Shouldn't Be Your Only Path
A balanced approach includes building relationships with recruiters, while also leading a proactive campaign through networking and market visibility. Endeavor helps executives use recruiters effectively, without over-relying on them. We believe in our proactive approach to helping our clients secure interviews, land job offers, and achieve better career outcomes.
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