When recruiters check
Usually right after your application catches their eye and right before they decide to reply. A quick name search that leads to a sharp page nudges you from "maybe" to "let us talk".
What they look for
- Proof you are who your CV says you are.
- How you think and communicate.
- Initiative — a website signals you go a step further.
- An easy way to contact you.
Increasingly it is not only humans looking. AI screening tools scrape your online presence and rank you before a recruiter reads your name — and a clean, structured personal website is exactly what those tools read best, so you stand out instead of getting filtered out.
FAQ
Do employers really look you up online?
Very often. A name search is a normal part of screening, so it pays to control the result with a personal website rather than leaving it to chance.
Will a personal website help me get hired?
It rarely gets you hired alone, but it frequently gets you the reply or the interview by making you memorable and credible.
What should be on it for a job search?
A clear positioning line, your story, proof of results, and one obvious way to contact or book you. Keep it to one focused page.