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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
At this size (<50 people), FlatX has no recruiting function. Founders handle hiring alongside everything else. Reach them directly or get lost in the inbox.
Who to contact at FlatX
We're still mapping FlatX's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, Real Estate and Construction, Housing and Real Estate), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What FlatX screens for
Real Estate and Construction, Housing and Real Estate companies at typically screen for relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific FlatX role rather than sending a general one. Applications that mirror the language of the job description clear automated filters at a materially higher rate.
Mistakes that kill applications
Don't send the same CV you sent everywhere else. At <50 people it's obvious, and it's the fastest rejection there is.
Nobody cares what you want. Start with is growing fast after their null round and how you'd help.
Most Real Estate and Construction, Housing and Real Estate applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to FlatX?
Through the roles on our FlatX jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does FlatX respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at FlatX yet.
Who is the hiring manager at FlatX?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at FlatX?
Roles at <50-person Real Estate and Construction, Housing and Real Estate companies typically draw 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks. Applying inside 72 hours of a posting going live is the single biggest lever you control.
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