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2. Write a Clear Job Title
Crafting a concise job title that reflects level, function, and aligns with market expectations.
Recruiting Fundamentals: Sourcing, Screening, Structured Interviews, and Scorecards
Write a Clear Job Title
A clear job title succinctly communicates the role's level, primary function, and how it fits in the market so the right candidates apply.
"I keep getting resumes from the wrong seniority level because the title doesn't match what we actually need."
A good job title combines level (e.g., Junior, Senior), function (e.g., Engineer, Product Manager), and any critical modifier (e.g., Frontend, Growth) to set accurate candidate expectations and align with market search terms.
"I keep getting resumes from the wrong seniority level because the title doesn't match what we actually need."
A good job title combines level (e.g., Junior, Senior), function (e.g., Engineer, Product Manager), and any critical modifier (e.g., Frontend, Growth) to set accurate candidate expectations and align with market search terms.