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If you’re feeling “stuck” in your job search, it may be time to start working with a recruiter. Staffing firms can help you find hidden job openings, polish your resume and interview skills, and connect with companies that offer the career advancement you want and the culture you need to thrive.

But not all recruiting firms are right for you. You might sign up with dozens of recruiters before finding the job you want – or you can narrow your focus, choose the staffing partner who is right for you, and be on your way to fulfilling your career dreams. Here’s how:

Know your field – and make sure your recruiter does, too.

Many “general” staffing firms may be long on client companies, but they’re short on knowledge of any particular industry. The more specialized the industry, the less help these generalized staffing firms will be.

Whether you are a longstanding player in the medical device industry or you’re looking to “break in” from origins in another field, choosing a recruiter who knows the industry is key in finding the job you’re looking for.

Location, location, location.

Does your recruiting firm work with companies in the places you’d like to work or live?

Before you pick up the phone, browse the recruiter’s job postings or lists of recent successes to see whether the locations they serve are the ones you’d like to live in – whether or not that means making a move. Some recruiters boast a “national” reach but staff only in specific locations; others focus on a specific geographic region. Decide where you’d like to be and work with a recruiter who works there, too.

Ask questions.

Your recruiter can be a wealth of information on how to find a job, which industries are hiring, and how to stand out among other qualified job seekers – but you won’t get answers to your questions unless you ask. Don’t hesitate: Staffing partners love to talk about their work, and nothing makes them happier than matching you to a job that fits your goals. Ask away!

At SMR Group Ltd, we keep our focus on the medical device, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries to ensure we connect professionals in these fields with the best available job openings. Contact us today to learn more.


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