Looking for a job - can you suggest a headhunter?

Question

I'm a recent college grad looking for a full-time job in the Cleveland, OH area. I have a temp/contract position right now and I love it, but I need something full-time. I've got resumes out all over the place but nothing's coming out of any of it. I am looking into going through a headhunter, but I don't want someone I have to pay BEFORE I get any results. Any agencies you can direct me to (CREDIBLE agencies/people!!!) would be appreciated

Answer 1

You didn't mention what industry you want to work in, or what you got your degree in. This makes a huge difference because any good agency or headhunter will have a specialty that they work with (i.e. finance, pharmacy, law, etc...). I would also recommend that you only use a headhunter who specializes in your field; this way you can ensure better results or at least better chances. Also, while I am not familiar with the Cleveland market, if you are in a specialty industry, I would not imagine that hiring a headhunter would be worth the money. I can only see the use in hiring a headhunter if unemployment is really high in your area, you don't have a large network, and/or if you need professional help (such as in writing a resume, job tips, etc..) Here in California, the companies and businesses pay the headhunters, never the people being placed. Have you called several local agencies or headhunters to verify this is really a practice in your area? Also, if the job market is tough in your area, tell your temp agency that you are looking for a temp-to-permanent position, and try to "wow" the employer you are working for. A lot of times if the employer likes you while you are temping, they will try to find you a permanent position within their company. Also let your desire to become hired permanently known with the companies that you temp with, and an offer might just appear.....

Answer 2

The right headhunter depends a lot on the industry you are interested in and the type of job you want. The reason to hire a headhunter is for connections and industry insight. I would consider googling your industry and "job search" or "headhunter" Just be careful, many "headhunters" will charge you thousands of dollars for access to an outdated database and a mimeographed notebook of tips. I would also give strong consideration to focusing your resources on networking on your own. I have hired headhunters twice before and both times ended up getting a job from my networking contacts. You are already working in the industry so you should be able to generate a list of contacts to network with. I hope this helps.

Answer 3

There is a tool on Monster.com that automatically submits your resumes to thousands of recruiters across the country. There is a one time fee (about $80) but that is the extent of the costs. If the recruiters find you a job, the hiring company pays their commission. Invest in a good book on resume writing (like the Dummies or Idiots Guide varieties) and get friends and family to check it out first before you hit the submit button on the web site

Answer 4

I explored the alternative of employing a headhunter/recruiter approximately 5 years in the past whilst i replaced into laid off from my previous interest. I went to a pair of temp agencies and that they advised me i replaced into over-qualified. to boot the headhunter/recruiter needed to fee an 'arm and a leg' for them to help me. fortunate for me i replaced into waiting to discover something quickly and that i nonetheless have the interest after basically approximately 5 years!

Answer 5

If you are in Europe, it is -- rightly -- a specific offence for a head hunter to charge a fee to job seekers. Pay the fee, get a receipt, take it to your local Job Centre and ask them to kick the bastards' arses up and down stairs.

Answer 6

my ex wife used to get calls all the time from a company out of new jersey, but i don't know their name, she worked in a hospital