are recruiting firms really helpful?

[saru 0]

Hi all,

I really wonder if recruiting firms really get you job?Are they really helpful?

I have contacted them lot of times,no response.

Is there anybody who got job through recruiting firm?

What are other ways to do job search.I really need work at this time.

Thanks

[saru 0]

nobody?

[TBoneTX 45,571]

Recruitment firms (those retained by companies to look for candidates) tend to slow you down. Job-placement firms, whether permanent or temporary, work more for you. Put your applications in with both types. Concentrate your efforts with placement firms, and be pleasantly surprised if you hear from a recruiter.

Edited June 19, 2014 by TBoneTX

[Andy and Pui 16]

Recruiting firms have worked both for Pui and I. At my current job I started as a contractor on a 9 month contract and was hired on as a FTE employee with the company at 6 months and I am still with the company. The company where Pui works she had to start as a contractor and just over a year she was hired on full time employee. Good luck with your job search.

[saru 0]

Thank you Andy and pui and TboneTX.

[novedsac 355]

Jobs at my current previous two employers were all obtained through the efforts of a recruiter.

I get calls every month from recruiters wanting to place me at another company. I find it best to maintain a good relationship with a couple of well-connected recruiters, throwing some business their way when possible. If a recruiter has a good relationship with the hiring company, they usually have the inside track of salary range and fringe benefits for the position which is information that can be very hard to come by other means.

A lot depends on your experience and what level within a company you're applying for.

Temporary Agencies work very well for entry-level positions. Many companies use temporary agencies as a means to try out employees for potential permanent positions within the company. My firm does this for the admin pool and entry level accountants and clerks.

Edited June 19, 2014 by novedsac

[GurkenSalat 48]

I think it depends on your field. In my experience, recruiters just get you an interview most of the time, the rest is up to you. I am always delighted when I hear from a recruiter, but dread the interview :S