The recruiter told me I was perfect for the role, then passed me to a team that said I was too senior. That’s the second time this month I’ve gotten my hopes up only to be shot down over something the recruiter should’ve caught. Why does it feel like internal teams and recruiters are never on the same page? How do you avoid wasting time when the people hiring you clearly aren’t aligned?

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There isn’t much you can do. There is a lot of miscommunication, and if that isn’t the case, they make changes along the way. Every situation is different, so there isn’t even much you can take away from it.

Like FA1 sounds out of your control, sadly. Don't let it discourage you to the point of not trying anymore but that's about it.

Since recruiters aren’t too familiar with the work and may not understand the work the actual team does, I think that they can genuinely think you’re a perfect fit.

Not all recruiters understand what the hiring manager is looking for. It is frustrating for sure, but it's an annoying part of the process we have no option but to accept.

It’s worth calling out a few obvious points that usually come up when you deal with situations like this. Any potential mismatch in expectations can be identified early on — ideally during the very first stage of reviewing a role, whether you found it on a job board or received it directly from a recruiter.

If you’re unsure whether your experience truly aligns with the employer’s needs, culture, or priorities, you can hint at those questions in your cover letter. Then you can circle back to them during the phone interview — even more than once, if it helps. Ultimately, it’s in your best interest to understand the employer’s real priorities from the outset and compare them with your own expectations.

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