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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
Houm is large (200++ people) and popular. Thousands apply; most roles fill internally first. You need more than the careers page.
Who to contact at Houm
We're still mapping Houm's hiring process. At this size (200+ people, Real Estate and Construction, Housing and Real Estate), a recruiter or hiring manager typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What Houm 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 Houm 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 200+ 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 Houm?
Through the roles on our Houm jobs page, or directly to a recruiter or hiring manager if you can reach them. At 200+ people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Houm respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at Houm yet.
Who is the hiring manager at Houm?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a recruiter or hiring manager.
What ATS does Houm use?
Houm uses Lever.
How competitive is it to get hired at Houm?
Roles at 200+-person Real Estate and Construction, Housing and Real Estate companies typically draw 300-500 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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