So I noticed there is this great role that has just been posted at a company where I know someone who works there in a similar position, shes been there a while now.
I used to work with her many years ago, and havent spoken to her since (like 5 years). She is a friend on my FB and we actually used to get on well form memory, really nice and funny girl.
I just dont really know how to go about networking with her for this job. I dont want to ask her right out to put my application forward, prob not fair since I havent spoken to her in so long. Is it best I just leave it and apply?
If you got a call from a friend from years ago saying “I saw this job company X and I remembered that you work there. Can tell me a bit about what your company is like and do you think you could put in a good word for me or put me in touch with the team that’s doing the search?” would you feel that the caller is out of line?
Unless its a position you are clearly unqualified for, most people dont have a problem with that. Go ahead and do it. Most people don’t mind putting in a good word for someone they know as long as they don’t have to lie about or misrepresent anything to do it. They might even get a finders fee.
Agree with Bchad…nothing wrong with contacting them unless you are clearly unqualified. I keep in contact with a small group of people from my career’s past, but if a job comes up that could interest me I will contact those that I may not be as diligent at staying in touch with and have had others do the same.
It has been a while since we have been in touch. I hope all is well. Since I left [company where we used to work together] I have been doing [whatever you have been doing]. I see you guys are hiring for [position] I’m considering applying for the position because i think it would be a good fit for me. If you are available, I’d love to meet up with you for lunch or a drink to catch up and to get your perspective on working at this company.