How to Respond to a Recruiter on LinkedIn

Request a Consultation from an Award-Winning Recruiter and Resume Writer

(Board, C-Level, VP, Director & Mid-Career Professionals)

Table of Contents

Introduction

If You're Interested In The Job Opportunity​

I would look quickly at the job description or go to the recruiter’s website and figure out which job title they had in mind by contacting me, or the types of roles they generally recruit for.

To respond to recruiters, in the subject line, I would reference the job position. You’d be amazed at how many people spell names wrong in their job search so make sure to double-check!

I would express appreciation for reaching out with the opportunity and I would include a little blurb addressing my qualifications in reference to the job description. Take the time to set yourself apart from other job seekers. This will get you an initial interview with hiring managers.

If I was given an email address, I would respond both with an email and on LinkedIn. Job opportunities are out there if you take the time to cover all bases. Job searching is a long-term strategy.

I would end the message by taking the conversation offline as quickly as possible for a meeting and providing a telephone number beneath my name. This could lead to a new promising career partnership.

Check and recheck your LinkedIn messages, and as a side note, I would send a follow-up email in a few days. How you respond to recruiters is incredibly important. Try this example:

“I’ve really enjoyed chatting to people in XYZ’s company and I like the way it looks. I want to apply formally for this company’s open position.”

Using these phrases will land you your dream job. The job market is open, but the ways to get jobs have changed. How you respond to recruiters is more important than ever before.

If You're Interested In The Company, But Not The Role​

Hello [Name]. Thank you very much for asking for my role! I’m actively searching for new possibilities but ideally, I’d like a job that could enable me to work remotely, expand my marketing experience, and become a volunteer. I think that this position does not fit me exactly. Do you know of other jobs that would suit me better?

You may reach me through [your e-mail and phone number]

If You're On The Fence​

Hello [Recruitor name], Thanks for the e-mail. I am happy with my current role at the [business name] and I’m happy to discuss it with you. I will never hesitate in chatting about this role and company. [inserting compelling aspects in jobs/businesses]. Can we talk on the phone on another day?

The best way to approach a recruiter on LinkedIn is to be upfront and honest about what you’re looking for. Tailor your response to the specific job opening and make sure to showcase your qualifications. Be professional and courteous, and always take the conversation offline as soon as possible.

The best way to find a new job is to network with people in your industry. Connect with recruiters on LinkedIn and express your interest in the role. If you’re not interested in the role, be sure to let them know and see if they know of any other positions that may be a better fit for you.

Learn More

Land your dream job!

Get your Job-Winning Resume Today!
iCareerSolutions is one of the Top Professional Resume & LinkedIn Profile Writing Services and Career Counseling Services in the US. The iCS team possesses Industry Certifications and Awards, including the Certified Professional Resume Writer Certification and the 2019 Best Project Manager Resume Writing Award from Career Directors International and the 2018 Best Analyst Resume from the National Resume Writing Association.

Let us help you land your next position by crafting the best ATS optimized resume or by managing your entire job search. Here’s more information about our Resume Writing Services and Reverse Recruitment Service. Book a call today to speak directly with our CEO and Founder, Arno Markus!

About iCareerSolutions

iCareerSolutions, America’s #1 Executive and Professional Resume Writing Services, Reverse Recruitment, and LinkedIn Profile Development Company. 28X award-winning resume writers deliver professional resumes that get interviews. We have successfully landed our executive clients senior-level leadership positions at companies like Apple, Amazon, EA, Oracle, GM, Google, Facebook, DoJ, Gap, and 2U just to name a few. iCareerSolutions has 200+ 5-star reviews and offers a 60-day interview guarantee. Every resume template created is Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) compatible and highly customized to meet your unique needs.

Active Members of The National Resume Writers’ Association (NRWA) │ The Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches (PARW&CC) │ Career Directors International (CDI) │ Career Professionals (CPC) │ Forbes Coaches Council

One of the Top Multi-Award-Winning Resume Writing Services in the country.

Book a complimentary consultation for your Professionally Managed Job Search now!

Forbes Coaches Council
60 Day Interview Guarantee

Here are some of our Top Resume Testimonials

Charles Pigneri
I have had the recent pleasure of working with Arno after transitioning careers from start-up back to corporate. Arno gave me an appropriate critique regarding my resume (tough love) and guidance on how LinkedIn can work for me instead of against me. After working with him and his team I feel like I’m moving in a direction that will lead me to the best NEW career home. Thank you, Arno! Charles …
Charles PigneriChief Commercial Officer
blank profile picture 1
Greetings Arno, First of all, I would like to thank you for the great effort in the CV now I can see your magic
Mansoor S.
blank profile picture
It was great working with Arno and his team. Have recommended to many of my friends who have also had success!
Vee Side
Scott Druker
If you are looking to create a compelling resume and LinkedIn profile, stop your searching and just choose Arno. I decided to choose Arno to help me with the aforementioned tasks and he delivered. He is very professional, engaging, and has a great process to extract information from you. He is prompt and delivered a great work product.
Scott DrukerInnovation Executive
Men in blue shirt
Arno, I’m very pleased with the work you have done. It looks great to me. I had some review it on my side as well and they all think it looks great as well.
John RatcliffSales Executive
Natalya Brook
Arno is a true professional and my resume has never looked better! Arno redesigned my resume, cover letter, and my LinkedIn page and it was a learning experience for me as well. He is on point and on time! I truly enjoyed the steps we took together and I would recommend Arno to everyone who needs a new perspective. Thank you for all your help!
Natalya BrookProject Manager
Tatiana Turner
Arno did a great job with writing my resume. I have been searching for a job for about 12 months with no success. However, after Arno helped me with my resume I got a job offer 2 weeks later from the desired company.
Tatiana TurnerIT Project Manager
” Arno: Excellent job…Thank you!!”
Monique A. SharpeLegislative Counsel at City of Pontiac
Joey Simons
Terrific, professional and experienced. Wonderful to work with and helped me with my resume and LinkedIn profile.
Joey SimonsDirector of Operations
Garnet Wronko
I engaged Arno to assist me in a resume rewrite, and LinkedIn Profile branding. He spent significant time asking a lot about me, and understanding my skillset. He is very thorough in his questions, very clear with explaining next steps in the process, and makes clear expectations both for himself and the client. His prior experience in recruiting shows, as he crafted an excellent “recruiter lan…
Garnet WronkoCFO

Top Resume Writing Awards

Employers who have Onboarded Our Clients

Scroll to Top
Scroll to Top