Job Search Tips for Moving to the US?

Hey everyone,

I’m a Biddable Manager at an IPG agency and currently looking for a job in the US to be with my partner. I have a work permit, so visa sponsorship isn’t an issue, but being in the UK has made the search challenging.

I’ve been applying through LinkedIn but haven’t had much luck. Any advice on getting my resume noticed, reaching recruiters, networking, or securing referrals?

Would really appreciate any tips—thanks!

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Make sure there’s a US address on your resume and also update your LinkedIn location to the US! Then once you’re interviewing you can explain the situation a bit more. I managed to move US to UK and it was much easier getting interviews by making it look like I was already in the country

I do have a U.S. address and a valid work visa through my husband, so I’m fully authorized to work in the U.S. and can move as soon as the job requires. I don’t think I’m lying or being dishonest when putting down a U.S. address.

What platforms are you working on? Biddable doesn’t mean much to me - what’s not biddable anymore? But, I’m always on the hunt for good talent. Any reason IPG isn’t offering a transfer?

Hey, I work across both PPC and Social (Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, but I work more on the search side). I just noticed that ‘biddable’ isn’t really a term used in the US. I’ve also been applying through internal portals (haven’t heard back yet) but am also exploring opportunities outside of IPG. A direct transfer isn’t possible since I don’t have enough years of experience (they’re looking for around 4+ years and above, I’ve got around 3 years).

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