Best answer to this recruiter question in a first round: are you actively looking or searching for a new role?

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I generally just say I am really happy with my current role, but always open to new opportunities and casually looking around. Is this ok?

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Yes. I tell recruiters that I'm always open to new opportunities if the conditions are correct and the fit is good (basically meaning they pay more for the same / less work, all other things equal).

“I mean…isn’t that what brought us together here today?”

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I usually say either that the opportunity popped up in my LinkedIn feed and it integrated me, or I'll say that I conduct search annually to test the market. Really depends on the vibes I'm getting from the recruiter. Either way, I try to convey that I'm content with where I am so that I don't come across as desperate.

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Yes

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I usually say that I’m happy, but passively looking

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I never search for roles. The roles find me.

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Tell the truth so they can understand timelines you may have with other jobs you’re interviewing for and help to manage your candidacy with their role. You don’t have to tell them where :) that’s what the question is geared toward. Asking about your motivations for leaving is a whole other question

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You get it! Recruiters and candidates should be transparent with one another from the start and create a trusting relationship. It will pay off in the end. Be open and honest and work together so that there are no surprises and everyone’s time can be respected :)

Nope, I say I’m happy where I am and that I’m looking for the right opportunity that meets xyz criteria. Wooing in recruitment goes both ways

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