Seeking Advice on Securing a Job in Canada with a Closed Work Permit and Extensive Experience

Seeking Guidance on Job Opportunities in Canada with a Closed Work Permit

Hello everyone,

I’m currently in Canada on a closed work permit and have gained 1 year of experience within the country, along with 9 years of international experience as a software developer. Despite this solid background, I’m encountering difficulties in securing a new job.

I would greatly appreciate any advice on how to effectively navigate the job market in my situation. Specifically, I’m looking for insights on:

• Effective job search strategies tailored for individuals like me
• Networking tips and resources within the Canadian tech community
• Ways to highlight my international experience to make an impact
• Recommendations for employers or recruiters willing to consider candidates with a closed work permit

I am also open to relocation for the right opportunity.

Thank you so much for your assistance and suggestions!

Wsp

Hello! Is there anyone here who works with WSP in the UK?

Life science industry

Exploring the Life Science Industry

Hello everyone,

Yesterday, I shared that my current agent has encouraged me to establish a new desk focused on the Life Science sector.

I’m reaching out to see if anyone with experience recruiting in this field can provide insights on industry fees, billing potential, and similar details.

Currently, I’m contemplating whether to remain on my Healthcare desk, where I’ve completed six deals totaling just over £40K, averaging around £6,666 per deal (which is about the norm for our office).

My intuition tells me that the Life Science sector may offer greater long-term potential due to its depth, as opposed to the more transactional nature of healthcare recruiting that I’m experiencing now. I’m genuinely interested in this field and aspire to become an “industry expert” in Life Sciences rather than healthcare.

That said, I’m aware of the risks involved in leaving my growing desk for a new venture that might take 12-18 months before I see consistent billing and commissions.

At the moment, I’ve noticed that very few colleagues in our office are billing over £150K annually in Life Sciences, while my goal is to bill at least £250K a year and continue to grow from there.

Any insights into the Life Science industry, tips on successfully establishing a new desk, and realistic expectations for billing timelines would be immensely helpful.

Thanks in advance! 🙂

Got stood up twice for an interview

Stood up for an interview…twice.

That’s pretty much the gist of it. They reached out to me, asked me to schedule a meeting, and I did. The first interview was on a Monday. After waiting for 10 minutes, I sent two emails—one inquiring if he was still joining, and another asking if it would be worth rescheduling. He eventually replied, simply saying, “I’m so sorry I couldn’t attend this,” with no further explanation.

Fast forward to the second interview—again, no email letting me know he would be late, and no response to my follow-up after 10 minutes. Almost 25 minutes in, he finally joins but ends the call without saying a word. Honestly, I shouldn’t have waited that long.

I’m considering sending a complaint to their talent email, but I’m unsure if that’s overreacting. What do you think?

UK Business Bank Account

Looking for suggestions for a business bank account in the UK! Does anyone have recommendations for a recruitment firm launching in London? I’ve heard positive things about NatWest, Monzo, and Revolut.

Relocating back to London for Account Management/BDM Role.

Moving Back to London – Seeking Account Management/BDM Opportunities

Hey Reddit! I’m planning to move back to London from Auckland, New Zealand, and I’m on the lookout for an Account Management or Business Development Manager role. I bring extensive experience managing a portfolio of over 45 clients, along with handling $8M in annual sales. I have a proven track record of launching new business services, expanding customer portfolios, and achieving significant growth even in tough markets. I would appreciate any recommendations for recruitment agencies or companies that are hiring in this field. Thank you in advance for your help!

Impact of non-compete ban

Exploring the Effects of the Non-Compete Ban

Hi everyone,

I’ve been pondering an interesting question lately and I’d love to hear your thoughts: Are we about to see a surge in new agency startups in Q4 as a result of the non-compete ban?

From my observations, many driven individuals have historically responded to non-competes by saying, “Forget your non-compete, I’m doing this anyway,” and launched their own ventures. That’s just my personal take, though—there might be many agency recruiters poised to go solo who have been held back by these restrictions, and they could soon have the freedom to do so.

CRM and ATS

Seeking Recommendations for CRM/ATS Systems

I run a staffing company specializing in the light industrial and clerical sectors, and I currently have a team of four recruiters. We’re in the market for a new CRM/ATS system. I received a quote from Bullhorn, which came to about $250 per user per month, plus substantial one-time implementation fees.

I’m curious if anyone has insights on pricing for other platforms, as we are currently using Akken. I’ve heard positive feedback about Avionté and TempWorks—does anyone know how their pricing compares? Thanks in advance for your help!

Sourcing platfrom on rent ????

Looking for Access to Sourcing Platforms on a Temporary Basis

Hello everyone,

I hope you’re all doing well!

I’m currently on the lookout for temporary access to sourcing platforms like CareerBuilder, DICE, or Resume Library. As a freelancer, I’m unable to invest in an annual subscription at the moment.

If anyone has suggestions or ways to access these platforms for US recruitment on a rental basis, I would greatly appreciate your guidance.

Thank you!

Hiring Processes?

Hiring Processes: A Question

I recently had a positive experience with a hiring process. I completed one interview and was even referred to another position, where I participated in two more interviews— the final one being with the director. It went well, and I was informed by the recruiting team that I was a top candidate and would hear back soon.

However, I noticed that the same position I applied for has been reposted as new just last week. Now, I find myself with three applications for the same job title. Is this common? Does anyone know why a job I applied for would be listed again as a new opening? How should I interpret this from a recruiter’s perspective? Is this typical practice?