I am interested in a not yet posted role due to someone leaving the company, advice on how to approach?

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April 4,2022 at 8:44PM UTC

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I am interested in a not yet posted role due to someone leaving the company, advice on how to approach?

Someone I work with is leaving the company soon (on good terms and for a great new opportunity), I am very interested in her old role. Any advice on how to approach it with the hiring manager (who is a friend of mine).

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AnonymousApril 4,2022 at 10:51PM UTC
Let your interest in the role be known before they decide to go outside to fill it.
Echo SchneiderApril 4,2022 at 10:56PM UTC
I agree to vocally celebrate the advancement of the former colleague and use it as a gateway conversation to let the hiring Manager know of your interest. By being proactive and ask for what they are looking for in the role, you can be prepared when you apply and interview.
AnonymousApril 4,2022 at 11:44PM UTC
I would say if the colleague has made it public that she's leaving, I would send the HM email saying: If you are planning on filling X's job, I would like to be conbsidred for the role. My ability to xyz would fit well with abc. Please find attached my resume. Thank you
AnonymousApril 21,2022 at 3:32AM UTC
Thank you for the feedback! I reached out and got a lot of great insight long before its posted. I am getting my ducks in a row!