In my recent job search, I've interacted with internal recruiters from various firms. This post shares my personal ratings, focusing on the recruiters' conduct rather than the interviews themselves. Below, you'll find a five-point rating system evaluating their communication, professionalism, preparedness, and support. 1 - Poor Communication: No follow-up or feedback post-interview; ignores emails and calls. Preparedness: Lacks preparation and fails to engage effectively during interviews. Professionalism: Disrespectful and unprofessional behavior, including ghosting candidates. Support: Offers no assistance or clarification about the interview process or next steps. 2 - Fair Communication: Infrequent and delayed responses; minimal interaction. Preparedness: Occasionally prepared but lacks detailed understanding of the candidate or role. Professionalism: Generally professional with occasional lapses. Support: Provides basic, but insufficient, information and preparation help. 3 - Average Communication: Responds within a reasonable timeframe; adequate engagement. Preparedness: Understands the basics of the candidate’s qualifications and job requirements. Professionalism: Maintains a standard level of professionalism. Support: Offers fair support and information about the process and role. 4 - Good Communication: Keeps candidates well-informed and responds promptly. Preparedness: Well-prepared and knowledgeable about the candidate and job. Professionalism: Always professional and respectful. Support: Actively assists with interview preparation and provides thorough company insights. 5 - Excellent Communication: Exceptional and proactive in all communications; provides detailed feedback. Preparedness: Thoroughly prepared, personalizes the interview process. Professionalism: Exemplary professionalism, creating a welcoming interview environment. Support: Extensively supports candidates, offering deep insights into company culture and opportunities. Share Your Insights How do your experiences with internal recruiters compare? Share your stories and ratings in the comments to help inform and guide others in their job search. My Ratings dYdX - 1 Hidden Road - 1 Forge Global - 1 Enfusion - 1 Wells Fargo - 1 SMBC - 1 Segantii - 1 JPMorgan - 2 Morgan Stanley - 2 Millennium - 2 Bloomberg - 2 Point72 - 2 HSBC - 3 Circle - 3 Clear Street - 3 Fidelity Digital Assets - 4 OKX - 4 Grubhub - 4
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