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10 Recruiter Skills You Can Leverage in Your Job Search

Posted byby Brent Thomson  |  Published on:

Did you know that 80 percent of corporate jobs are never advertised? Employers and employees often prefer recruiters for job searches and hiring. Do your research and find a quality recruiter who can offer you a meaningful advantage. 

Here are ten skills we offer candidates in their job search with us:

1. Industry Knowledge

Much like sales professionals know their territory, sales recruiters understand their industry. They know who’s hiring and what positions are or will be available.

2. Access to Jobs That Are Never Advertised

Often, recruiters are called to replace positions that aren’t publicly advertised. 

3. Company Insights

Recruiters build relationships with companies to gain valuable inside information, giving you an advantage.

4. Credibility and Reputation 

A recruiter’s advocacy can be more meaningful than a resumé. 

5. Expert Interview Skills

Recruiters can provide you with advice on how to prepare for interviews and how to showcase your skills and accomplishments.

6. Time Saving Hacks

Recruiters find jobs that match your skills and experience, so you can focus on your life and work while they search for you.

7. A Keen Eye for Talent

A sales recruiter can help you hone in on what’s most important in the role you are seeking.

8. Hunting Aptitude

A recruiter’s full-time job is to stay in contact with companies in the hiring process. They are skilled job hunters. 

9. Powerful Negotiation Tactics

Your recruiter will assist you in discussing a fair payment plan with your potential employer. They will act as a liaison and use market insights.

10. Onboarding Support

Experienced sales recruiters will help you adjust to your new job and check on your progress. 

Join our extensive job search network and find your next sales role with a recruiter in your corner. 

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Brent Thomson

Co-Founder at Peak Sales Recruiting
Before Peak, Brent worked in sales and sales-leadership positions for 18 years. He has considerable experience building and running high-performance teams, which consistently won awards and exceeded sales targets. He was Vice President of Sales for a financial management consulting company, and served with Borland Software as a Regional Sales Manager.

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Brent Thomson

Co-Founder at Peak Sales Recruiting

Before Peak, Brent worked in sales and sales-leadership positions for 18 years. He has considerable experience building and running high-performance teams, which consistently won awards and exceeded sales targets. He was Vice President of Sales for a financial management consulting company, and served with Borland Software as a Regional Sales Manager.