Working with a Recruiter to Advance Your Career in Agriculture

Advance your career by working with a specialized recruiter in Canadian agriculture. When the job search feels overwhelming, partnering with the right search firm can uncover hidden opportunities, sharpen your interview approach, and help you negotiate confidently.

New to working with recruiters? Read What Is an Executive Recruiter? And How Can One Help You? for a quick overview.

If the thought of looking for a new job overwhelms you, using a recruiting or search firm to assist you might be a better option. Working with a firm that specializes in the agricultural industry can be more fruitful than working with a generalist firm. Recruiters often know about opportunities that are not being advertised, so your resume may be one of only a few the hiring manager will consider. They can also advise on what clients are specifically looking for, help you prepare for interviews, and negotiate your offer.

The following tips will help you build a successful relationship with your recruiter.

Do Some Research

Find out which firms specialize in your industry. Talk to your network to see if anyone has feedback on the recruiting firm.

Get to Know Your Recruiter

Arrange to meet with your recruiter. This meeting may take place in person or via video call. Your recruiter will take you through an in-depth interview process to understand where you have come from, where you are now, and where you see yourself in the future. They will also explain the client’s specific recruiting process. This is your chance to ask questions and ensure there is a good fit.

Be Clear on Your Goals and Objectives

• Which companies interest you?
• What are your salary and total compensation expectations?
• Are you open to relocation?
• Why do you want to leave your current company?

Stay in Touch

Your recruiter will want to stay in contact, including a debrief after any interviews. If your situation changes, make sure you communicate with your recruiter.

About GRS

With over 50 years of combined experience in the agricultural industry, we provide specialized recruiting services for our clients. Our focus is to find the best candidate for our client employers and the perfect opportunity for career seekers. As a search firm, we have dedicated our resources to being an integral part of the continued growth and diversity of the Canadian agricultural economy. Our team is strategically placed throughout the Canadian labour market, understanding the needs of regional, national, and international agribusiness employers. We have been connecting Canadian agriculture since 1996.