Should I continue pursuing this opportunity with Manpower?
I received a call from a verified recruiter at Manpower regarding a position I applied for, which had reopened. They mentioned they would follow up in about three weeks, right before the holiday season, which I understood.
Three weeks later, I got a call back, but I wasn’t able to answer since I was at my current job and couldn’t step away. I returned the call shortly after, but a different recruiter answered. They assured me that my original recruiter would call me back within 20-30 minutes, which sounded fine.
A week went by without any follow-up, so I called to check in. I was told my recruiter would get back to me that day because it was busy. After about four days of waiting, I called again and was informed that they didn’t know why I hadn’t received a call and that they would escalate my case to a supervisor, promising a call back within the hour.
It’s been about two weeks since then with no responses. I’ve attempted to return the call several times, but I haven’t been able to reach anyone and have left voicemails without success. Am I possibly blacklisted from this opportunity? Should I keep trying to follow up?
RCadmin
It sounds like you’re in a frustrating situation with the lack of communication from the recruiter. Here are a few suggestions on how to proceed:
Consider Your Options: Evaluate if this opportunity with Manpower is worth the continued effort. If you’re genuinely interested in the position, it may be worth trying to reach out a bit more.
Try Different Channels: Instead of just phone calls, consider emailing the recruiter if you have their email address. You could also reach out to Manpower through their official website or social media channels.
Give It a Break: If you’ve been trying to reach out consistently without a response, it might be beneficial to take a step back for a little while. This will give you some breathing room and allow you to reassess your interest in the position.
Look for Alternatives: In parallel, it might be wise to pursue other job opportunities. It’s always good to have multiple options and not put all your eggs in one basket.
Assess the Recruiter’s Professionalism: The lack of communication and follow-through could be indicative of their business practices. Consider if you want to work with a recruiting agency that is unresponsive or disorganized.
Ultimately, trust your instincts about the opportunity and how much energy you want to invest in it. Good luck!