Email Friend - Ad Hunter (2024)

FAQs

How do you write an email to a headhunter? ›

I'm still very much interested in joining the team at [company name], and wanted to get an update on my candidacy and the timeline before making a decision. Please let me know when you have a moment. Thanks!

Hi [Recruiter's name], Thank you for contacting me! I am currently enjoying the work in [Name of the company you work at] working on [Project you are working on], but I am always happy to learn more about new job opportunities. I am particularly interested in [Describe positions that would potentially interest you].

If you are not interested in the job

"Thank you for reaching out and considering me for the [insert job title] opportunity at [company name]. I appreciate your interest and the time you've taken to connect. After careful consideration, I don't believe this particular role aligns with my current career goals.

Hi [First Name],

I wanted to reach out because I saw you were recruiting for the [position] at [company] and think I would be a great fit for the role. I currently work at [company] as a [position], but am looking for [what you want]. I have experience with [top skills].

Recruiter emails are exciting and nerve-wracking. No matter where you are in your job search, you should always reply. It's a huge win to be pursued for a role! Receiving an email from a recruiter about a job opportunity can be exciting and nerve-wracking—at the same time.

Respond to all recruiter messages, even saying "Thanks, but not interested at this time." That way the recruiter is more likely to reach out with a different role in the future.

When the prospect says, “I'm not interested.” You respond with, “I'm not trying to see you anything today. I'd like to give you a resource so that in the future when you consider this, you'll have some insights and options.”

How to respond to a not interested email? ›