How Recruiters and Hiring Managers Can Work Better Together

The recruiter-hiring manager relationship is critical to hiring success.

Common Friction Points

- Misaligned expectations on candidate profiles

- Slow feedback loops

- Unclear ownership of process steps

- Different definitions of "qualified"

Solutions

1. **Start with a kickoff call** - Align on requirements before sourcing begins

2. **Use shared tools** - Both parties should have visibility into the pipeline

3. **Define handoffs clearly** - Who does what, and when

4. **Commit to fast feedback** - 24-48 hour response times on candidates

The Jobz Approach

Jobz lets hiring managers build their own shortlists, then hand them to recruiters for scheduling. This gives managers control while letting recruiters focus on what they do best - closing candidates.