r/interviews • u/SuspiciousLog5554 • 1d ago

Recruiter here, What would actually make the hiring process better for you?

Hi everyone,

I’ve been recruiting in the tech industry for about 5 years now, mainly for mid-to-senior engineering and product roles across the U.S. and Europe. Over time, I’ve realized that while we recruiters see things one way, candidates often have a very different experience.

I’d like to hear from you directly:
– What’s one thing you wish recruiters would stop doing?
– And what’s one thing you’d like to see more of in the hiring process?

I’m genuinely looking to better understand where we can improve, communication, transparency, interview prep, or even the way we reach out. Honest, constructive feedback is very welcome.

Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts. I’ll be reading through all the comments and replying where I can.

Appreciative recruiter trying to do better

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u/Dapper_Tone2455 1d ago

Transparency after every step about how long the deliberation process takes and about how long it will take for them to get back to you with an update after every portion is over. Over communicating is better than not over communicating.

Transparency about salary. Don’t tell someone you can pay them $120k and then say $115k when you give an offer which now cannot be negotiated. Why? Be true to your word. Don’t put them through a process when that could be part of their decision to see it through, too.

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE FOREVER TO REACH OUT TO THEM IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.

Fast track applicant processes where available and needed.

Give real insight into company culture and perks early on, send those documents so long as it is legal to.