Article: It may be an external recruiter, human resources, the head of a department, or your own boss. If you know the person, you may have an easier time recommending the candidate than if the recruiter is a stranger. If you do not know the person hiring, introduce yourself as a colleague. Tell them what your position is within the company. For example, you can say, "I work as a manager in the sales department." Attach their resume to the email or clip it to the letter. If you want, you can give the recruiter the applicant's contact information, so that the recruiter can reach out to them if they are interested. A letter might read, "Dear Cindy, I see that we are hiring for a new salesperson. I believe that my friend Laura is perfect for this position. She has five years of experience in sales with great results. I have attached her resume. Let me know what you think. Best regards, June." You can also talk to the hiring manager in person. Stop by their copy with a copy of the applicant's resume. Chat with a few minutes to let them know why they would be such a good fit. You can say something like, "I've known Jenna for years. We worked together at our old job, and she's been an invaluable resource ever since." Do not feel pressured into a recommending a friend if you have any reservations about their qualifications. If they end up being a poor employee, it could affect your own reputation at work. You can gently refuse the request by saying something like, "I'm sorry, but HR is really busy right now. I'm not sure I can find time to meet with them." You can also state, "This might be a conflict of interest for me, so I don't think that I can do it." Once you have recommended the candidate, your job is done. The recruiter may let you or the applicant know if they are interested. While you can send one follow-up email, avoid bothering the recruiter. This can risk your professional reputation.

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Learn who oversees hiring at your company. Write a short letter of recommendation. Stop by the recruiter's office. Decline doing a recommendation if they do not qualify. Avoid pestering them.