Making Recruiter Calls
A recruiting call involves 5 phases:
Introduction
Probe and Present
Close
Uncovering Objections
Reassurance
How a Recruiter uses her/his voice in each of these phases is very critical to the performance of each
phase. The figure below is a checklist for evaluating voice techniques
Hello! I am speaking with ____________?
My Name is XYZ I’m calling from Critical River regarding an urgent requirement with our Client.
I found your resume on one of the job boards and found you suitable for one of the urgent
requirement with our direct client.
Do you think it is the right time to discuss this opportunity ……..
Are you available for a contractual assignment?
I just want know if u were in touch with any one from (Client Name)
We have an opportunity for a system admin.
This is an “n “_____ months assignment at (Location), would you be interested and available.
I need a little information
The client requirements a consultant with experience on ……… (Tech, ), could you help
me understand your experience on (tech……………
once made an offer how long would you take to join my client (availability)
What is the pay rate that you are on currently ……………. What is the kind of pay rate u would
be looking at on w2 with benefits.
What is the kind of the distance you are willing to travel?
Are you US citizen or a green card holder?
Great u know what I would be passing this resume on to my senior recruiter and he would be
giving you a call shortly to discuss this opportunity in greater length before being submitted to
the client.
I just wanted to check what time and number is it convenient with you to be contacted.
It was a pleasure speaking with you, have a great day!