Understanding the recruitment process is crucial. Personally, I prefer to avoid the job sites if I can. In my experience, when a job is listed on these platforms, it often means the recruiter has been unable to find suitable candidates in their internal database. As a result, the position is advertised online, attracting a large pool of applicants.
The key is to discover potential opportunities before they hit the market. You can achieve this by leveraging your network or by identifying a select few recruitment agents who specialise in your sector. Maintaining regular communication with these agents is vital. Reach out to them weekly to remind them of your availability.
The goal is for your name to be the first one that comes to mind when their clients express a need for someone with your skill set.