I got a call from a recruiter looking for candidates for a position at KPMG. The role sounds quite interesting and I wanted to pursue. However, since I have a buddy working at KPMG right now, is it better to let him refer me (he’s not in the group I’m applying for though) or just follow through with the recruiter? TIA!

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I’d tell the recruiter “wow, what a coincidence, I was actually in the process of getting referred by a contact who works there. I love the sound of this role, but don’t want to hurt my relationship with my connection, can I have them refer me for this role?”

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Have him refer you so he gets a bonus and you split it. Also having a referral may be a tie breaker even if they like you a lot

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