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How Working with a Headhunter Can Cut Your Time-to-Hire in Half

When a key employee gives notice, the pressure is on to find a replacement quickly. But finding that replacement can be hard when the hiring process is filled with back-to-back applications and uncertainty around next steps. Knowing how working with a headhunter can cut your time to hire in half is important information that every employer should have while candidate sourcing.

According to recent data, 46% of Canadian managers say an inefficient hiring process is a hurdle that can slow down numerous procedures in their business. For most companies, that’s precious time without an important role that they can’t spare. Working with a recruiting partner like OpTalent offers one of the best ways to reduce hiring time without sacrificing quality or settling for less-than-ideal applicants.

Tap Into Hidden Talent Pools Before They’re Gone

The best candidates don’t stay available for long, and many hiring managers never see top talent because the most qualified candidates are snapped up before they hit public job boards. 

A headhunting agency gives you access to unlisted roles and faster-moving opportunities that rarely make it to the open market. OpTalent specializes in sourcing candidates from this “hidden” job market, helping both employers and job hunters avoid missed opportunities and the delays of traditional job postings.

Better Matches Right From the Start

When you post generic job descriptions, it attracts a wide range of applicants who may lack the essential skills or cultural fit for your team. 

A headhunter streamlines the application stage by evaluating technical skills and workplace expectations before submitting a resume. OpTalent puts emphasis on matching workflows and qualifications, which helps reduce mismatches and keeps your hiring process focused on top candidates who are truly aligned with the role.

A Structured Hiring Process & Interview Process

Resume screening and interview scheduling can take weeks of the recruitment process if handled internally. 

Headhunters take on the heavy lifting of candidate screening, eliminating candidates who don’t meet your job requirements early on. They review multiple candidates and ensure only quality candidates reach the interview stage. This structured hiring process improves efficiency and reduces time to fill, which is especially important when sourcing candidates for specialized positions.

Employer Relationships That Work in Your Favor

Recruiters who work closely with hiring managers are aware of job requirements and evolving hiring patterns and company culture. These insights allow a headhunter to promote your profile more effectively and accelerate the evaluation process. 

Our industry expertise allows them to act quickly and strategically, creating a fast-track through the recruitment cycle and improving your chances of securing a role faster.

Trim Your Average Time to Hire with OpTalent

OpTalent is a trusted headhunters agency with deep experience in technical recruitment and tailored recruitment strategies. We help employers find candidates faster and help job seekers connect with the right roles at the right time. 

If you’re tired of slow timelines and want to attract high quality candidates efficiently, contact us today.

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