LinkedIn, the go-to social network for professionals, offers a tool designed specifically for recruiters: LinkedIn Recruiter. It's a favorite among recruiters for finding the right candidates faster and more efficiently.
According to The Social Shephered’s blog which was “Around 72% of recruiters use LinkedIn when hiring new talent.” (Source: The Social Shepherd).
Unlike the free version of LinkedIn, recruiter allows for targeted searches and advanced filters (using specific skills, experience, and even current or past employers), InMail messaging to potential candidates integration with your Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and talent pool management.
What you can also do is share candidate profiles, notes, and sourcing strategies with your team. This ensures everyone is on the same page and keeps the recruitment process running smoothly. You can track response rates to your messages, analyze candidate engagement, and identify areas for improvement.
Here's a breakdown of who typically uses LinkedIn Recruiter:
For Tech Recruiters, things are a bit more complicated. Finding those developers can be tricky..
LinkedIn’s advanced search filters help tech recruiters refine their candidate searches, identifying both active job seekers and passive candidates who match the role's requirements. They can also save these searches to receive regular updates on new candidates who meet their criteria.
I found this review on Capterra written by “Tushar C.” who is a Technical Recruiter that said “It is allow us to reach out to active or passive candidates and help us up to date and hire the best talent quickly. It help us to reach out to the right candidates who are actively looking for the new opportunities and available in job market. It help me established a good number of connection which help me to fill the high level of requirements.” (Source: Capterra)
Working solo doesn't mean sacrificing efficiency.. Freelance recruiters often leverage Recruiter's (somewhat) cost-effective plans (like Recruiter Lite) to access advanced search functionalities and bypass connection limitations. This allows them to compete with larger agencies while still delivering exceptional results for their clients. Since many freelance recruiters work across industries, Recruiter's versatility in searching for diverse talent profiles is a major perk.
Here’s a blog post by Giig Hire that tells you why you should use LinkedIn Recruiter as a freelance recruiter.
Large recruiting agencies usually rely on Recruiter to manage high-volume hiring needs. The platform's team collaboration features ensure everyone is on the same page, streamlining communication and fostering a more efficient recruitment process. Also, Recruiter's access to LinkedIn's entire talent pool gives them a wider net to cast, increasing their chances of finding the perfect fit.
For agencies with international recruiting needs, Recruiter often offers localized versions in various languages, making global talent acquisition smooth.
Imagine you're an in-house recruiter, hustling to fill that crucial role at your startup or established company. The right hire can make or break your team, but finding that perfect fit can feel impossible.. Here's where LinkedIn Recruiter steps in!
Think of Recruiter as a talent magnet. It lets you target those passive candidates who might not be actively looking for new opportunities. These are the people who are likely happy where they are, but with the right pitch, could be swayed to join your team. This gives you a huge competitive edge, especially when other companies are relying on the same pool of actively searching candidates.
Now, let’s jump into the two different versions of LinkedIn Recruiter:
Recruiter Lite is the entry level solution that is ideal for solo recruiters or smaller teams.
Recruiter Corporate is the premium solution offered by LinkedIn that is designed for larger teams and agencies. It has the full potential of LinkedIn Recruiter Lite in terms of features and along with these extra ones:
Recruiter Lite can be purchased as a monthly or as a yearly subscription. You also can get a 30 day free trial that you can cancel anytime.
Let’s start off with the free trial. In order to get the 30 days free trial you need two things:
As for the paid subscription:
Contact LinkedIn’s Sales team in order for them to guide you through the customized pricing and subscription process.
While LinkedIn Recruiter has many impressive features, there's a giant elephant in the room we need to address: the cost. Here's a breakdown of why the price tag might give you pause:
Recruiter Lite’s subscription is monthly based. It costs around $1,680 to $2,670 per seat annually (around $170 to $270 per month). This subscription fee provides recruiters with unlimited access to the features offered by LinkedIn Recruiter Lite.
For any company that is looking to make an investment. By subscribing annually you get to save up 20% compared to the monthly subscription. Also, for annual subscribers, you get dedicated customer support and you’ll get to be among the first people to access their new feature updates.
While this subscription won’t break the bank, it is still considered an expensive subscription. This is a price per seat, which means that every recruiter needs to have their own paid license.
Recruiter Corporate costs around $1,080 per month per seat. Yikes! It definitely is an investment. However, the pricing also varies according to your currency and location, so it’s best to get a direct quote.
Is it worth the investment? You can decide that by considering several factors. If you’re constantly filling a high number of positions you can really benefit from the unlimited searches and advanced reporting. Especially if you’re working for a large agency or with a large in-house recruitment team. You can also get to use its collaboration features and customization options.
But… it still comes at a premium price and the most expensive tool isn’t always the best fit.
If you’re on a budget, recruit occasionally, and don’t need extra reach and depth in search and filters, then you can go ahead with LinkedIn Recruiter lite which is 80% cheaper.
But LinkedIn Recruiter Corporate is definitely the better option if you can afford it.
Do you have a better and cheaper alternative to LinkedIn that you can switch to? You definitely do!
Forget all about the price tags of LinkedIn Recruiter and let’s jump into the real deal. Tapflow automates talent sourcing using AI. It will analyze your job description, create an ideal candidate persona, generate searches, collect profiles, score and rank them.
Here’s how Tapflow is super awesome and can help you land those top talent without burning through your budget:
Tapflow offers a free trial. However, if we're talking subscriptions then credits are charged on successful sourcing. We have monthly and yearly subscriptions and you can save 25% if you subscribe yearly.
Monthly plans
Tier 1: $49/mo
Tier 2: $149/mo
Tier 3: $399/mo
Enterprise: Custom
Yearly plans (If you decide to go with an annual subscription/plan, you can save 25%)
Tier 1: $37/mo
Tier 2: $122/mo
Tier 3: $299/mo
Enterprise: Custom
There are many other free talent sourcing tools out there and alternative tools that have cheaper subscription plans as well. In my opinion though, Tapflow stands out as the best option out of all of them. Imagine being able to build your ideal pipeline that you usually spend days working on, x10 faster! Now that is a great plus if you ask me.
Let’s be real for a momentIf you're currently using LinkedIn Recruiter, you know it's a powerful tool, but it comes with a steep price tag and some limitations. Tapflow offers a much better alternative that can truly transform your recruitment process. Here's why you should seriously consider making the switch.
First, let's talk about efficiency. Tapflow's AI-driven technology means you can find, analyze, and convert top talent much faster than with traditional methods. Imagine having an assistant that never sleeps, constantly working to refine your candidate pool based on your specific criteria.
Then, there's the advanced screening and filtering. Tapflow's contextual search technology helps you get more accurate results. It's not just about finding someone with the right job title; it's about finding someone with the right experience, skills, and potential fit for your company. This precision can save you countless hours looking at irrelevant profiles.
Let's not forget the outreach capabilities. With Tapflow, you can reach out to candidates directly through the platform, either via LinkedIn or personalized email messages. This integrated approach ensures you maintain a consistent, professional presence throughout the recruitment process. Plus, you can manage your entire candidate pipeline within Tapflow's user-friendly CRM, keeping everything organized and at your fingertips.
And what about the cost? Tapflow is designed to be affordable, offering monthly and yearly plans that are significantly less expensive than LinkedIn Recruiter. It's a smarter investment, particularly for small to medium-sized teams or even large agencies looking to optimize their budget.
So, why stay with LinkedIn Recruiter when Tapflow offers more at a better price? If you're serious about optimizing your recruitment process and delivering exceptional candidate experiences, it's time to make the switch. Tapflow isn't just an alternative; it's a game-changer.
Make your recruitment process faster, smarter, and more efficient with Tapflow. Your future hires—and your hiring team—will thank you.
You can sign up right away and start sourcing smarter.
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