Why Go Direct?
The hiring manager is the person who will be your future boss. They know exactly what the team needs. When your application goes through HR or ATS, it gets filtered by people who may not fully understand the role. Going directly to the decision-maker means your application gets evaluated by someone who truly understands the value you bring.
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Here are proven methods to identify hiring managers.
LinkedIn Search
Go to LinkedIn > search for the company > filter by "People" > look for titles in the relevant department. The hiring manager is usually one level above the role you are applying for. If applying for "Marketing Manager," look for "Head of Marketing" or "Marketing Director."
Company Website
Many companies list their leadership team on their website under "About Us" or "Our Team." Cross-reference names with LinkedIn for contact details.
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How to Reach Out Professionally
Once you have the contact, send a concise, personalised message. Lead with value — what can you contribute? Reference something specific about the company. Keep it under 150 words. Always include a clear, low-commitment ask (e.g., "Would you be open to a brief conversation?"). Never attach your CV in the first contact.
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The Follow-Up
If you don't hear back after 5-7 business days, send one polite follow-up. If still no response, move on to the next contact. Never send more than two messages. Persistence is good; pestering is not. With our Surge plan, you have 50 contacts to work through — more than enough to generate interviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find who the hiring manager is?
Search LinkedIn for the company name + the department. Look for titles like "Head of," "Director of," "VP of," or "Team Lead." Cross-reference with the company website's team page.
Is cold emailing hiring managers effective?
Yes, when done correctly. A personalised email with clear value proposition gets a 15-25% response rate, compared to 2-5% for generic job applications.
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