Unsolicited job application: How to proceed when a company is not currently hiring.

Searching for a job through employment portals and applying for advertised vacancies is often the first step, but it is not the only way. There is also a hidden job market, where information obtained through networking and research is often the most valuable.

If you don’t find a job posting at your dream company or constantly checking ads feels ineffective, try a more proactive approach – let them know you are looking for work.

Research before networking
Review company websites, social media, and LinkedIn to identify whom to contact. Online articles and posts can reveal key employees, company achievements, and challenges the company is facing. This allows you to present yourself in a cover letter as someone who can already offer solutions and added value to the company.

Sending an inquiry to the employer
If positions have not yet been advertised, you can contact the company directly. Professional, targeted, and personalized messages increase the chances of being invited for an interview before an official job posting. Highlight your experience, skills, and the added value you can bring to the company.

This approach increases your chances of being noticed by the company and invited for an interview, even if there is no current job posting.