Working with a recruiter could be the best thing you do for your career. They are in the business of networking with companies and finding qualified candidates. When you work with an agency you benefit from their years of expertise. They will have access to jobs and organizations that you may not be able to connect with on your own. But, no two recruiters are alike so how do you know if you’re working with the right one? Here are some tips.

1. Determine their specialization. Just like every other industry, recruiters specialize. Someone who specifically hires and places administrative assistants is probably not the best recruiter for an IT professional. Select a recruiter who understands your industry backwards and forwards.
2. Evaluate their reach. It is also useful to evaluate how far their reach is, both with client and potential candidates. Do they have a social media presence? How often do they post open jobs? How often do the jobs change? This will give you an idea of how busy or successful they are.
3. Interview the recruiter. Never go on blind faith when it comes to choosing a recruiter. If they aren’t willing to meet with you face-to-face they may not be a good fit. It is okay to decide whether or not you like someone personally before you work with them professionally.
4. Know how they conduct business. Finally, make sure they’re running their business in an ethical way. For example, staffing services will typically charge the client for their services and not the candidate. If they expect a fee up front, you may want to reconsider that agency.

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