20 must-have recruitment skills all ambitious recruiters develop
- Strong communication skills.
- Confidence.
- A natural curiosity.
- Good listening skills.
- Ability to read and display positive body language.
- Reliability.
- Big picture thinking.
- Patience.
What 3 skills does a great recruiter need to be successful?
The most common hard skill for a recruiter is applicant tracking systems. 10.0% recruiters have this skill on their resume. The second most common hard skill for a recruiter is customer service appearing on 10.0% of resumes. The third most common is human resources on 7.5% of resumes.
What are hard skills for a recruiter?
A good recruiter remembers small, positive details from their interactions with their rejected applicants and uses them to add a personal touch to their messages. They highlight candidates' strengths and may even suggest other jobs they would be suitable for. And they stay in touch for future openings.