Internal Recruiter at current employer requesting feedback

Anonymous

September 2,2022 at 4:47AM UTC

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Internal Recruiter at current employer requesting feedback

How should I handle the conversation? Is this common? I am wondering if this is just a routine check-in or should I see it as an opportunity to talk about interest in moving within the company?

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Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistSeptember 2,2022 at 6:32AM UTC
Requesting feedback on what?
AnonymousSeptember 2,2022 at 2:22PM UTC
They asked for a time to talk about how things are going. Maybe I am misinterpreting the request.
I’m not sure if this is routine. I guess I could start by asking that question.
I’m a little stumped as to the request to talk and wonder if the below are contributing factors:
Our company has had issues with high turnover in our segment and I know talent retention has been a hot topic.
My work anniversary is also coming up at which time I will be eligible to transfer internally if such an opportunity arises.
I’ve had a great review and have been getting interest from competitors.
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistSeptember 2,2022 at 4:55PM UTC
So I would play it cool and let the recruiter do all the talking. From your perspective, this should be considered a listening session where you play things close to the vest.
Some companies are very proactive about helping candidates develop a career path. Although if your group is experiencing high turn over, it sounds like they haven't been doing that. Maybe they've learned their lesson - it's a good retention strategy. Then again, it could be a fishing expedition.
I'd say proceed with caution.