2024-05-18T00:50:36-04:00 https://archinect.com/news/article/150399337/5-reasons-to-consider-applying-to-a-confidential-job-ad-and-4-current-opportunities-which-may-surprise-you Nathaniel Bahadursingh 2023-11-17T07:53:00-05:00 >2024-03-15T01:45:58-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/f2/f2c6d1535e93ad72d50cc8f70e77fcfa.png?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>If you're looking for a fresh career opportunity in architecture and are open to unconventional routes, take a look at our latest <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/1069128/curated-job-picks" target="_blank">curated job picks</a> highlighting positions at firms that choose to remain confidential.<br></p> <p>Applying 'blindly' to a job ad without knowing who is hiring is a risk many job seekers aren't willing to take. There are benefits, however, for both employers and job seekers that a confidential listing could potentially offer:</p> <ol><li>Some high-profile firms don&rsquo;t disclose their identity in a job ad to attract applicants who apply for the role based on the job description and requirements, not just because of the prestige of the firm. So the job might be for a great firm actually!</li><li>Confidential job ads tend to get much fewer applications, so the level of competition is greatly reduced for applicants.</li><li>Recruiters usually don&rsquo;t disclose the name of the firm to avoid applicants sending their applications directly to the firm. Firms may not want to handle the applications, and recruit...</li></ol>