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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
Handoff is <50 people. No recruiter, no HR. Your application goes to a founder juggling everything. Cold outreach is how you actually get seen.
Who to contact at Handoff
Contact route not yet verified for Handoff. For a <50-person Real Estate and Construction, Construction company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Handoff screens for
The hiring bar at this stage (, Real Estate and Construction, Construction): relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously. Show what you've shipped.
Customize your CV for the Handoff role. Matching the job description language helps clear ATS filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
Generic CVs stand out at a <50-person company — and not in a good way. Fastest path to rejection.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Handoff is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
The wait-and-hope strategy fails. Follow up on day five — response rates roughly double.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Handoff?
Through the roles on our Handoff jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Handoff respond to cold emails?
Response rate data for Handoff not yet confirmed.
Who is the hiring manager at Handoff?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Handoff use?
Handoff uses Lever.
How competitive is it to get hired at Handoff?
Expect 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks for Real Estate and Construction, Construction roles at this size. Apply within 72 hours for best odds.
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