Unlocking Malta’s Talent Pool: LinkedIn Search Tips for Local Recruiters in 2026

Imagine this: You’re sitting in your office at the Tigne Point business hub, sipping your third espresso of the morning, and you realize you’ve got a crucial role to fill. But where to start? In 2026, the hunt for talent isn’t just about posting a job ad and waiting for the CVs to roll in. It’s about knowing how to really search on LinkedIn. So, let’s dive in and explore some game-changing tips every Maltese recruiter should know.

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Search Filters

First things first, let’s forget about the basic search bar. It’s time to get serious with LinkedIn’s advanced search filters. Did you know you can search by location, industry, past companies, and even past titles? But here’s where it gets interesting: you can also search by keywords in the ‘Skills & Expertise’ section. This is gold for recruiters looking for specific skills, like ‘Python’ or ‘Machine Learning’ for that tech role you’ve been trying to fill.

Let’s say you’re looking for a marketing whiz who’s worked in the iGaming industry. Here’s how you do it:

• Location: Malta
• Industry: iGaming
• Past Companies: Any iGaming company (e.g., Betsson, Kindred Group)
• Skills: Digital Marketing, SEO, PPC

Using Boolean Logic to Narrow Down Your Search

Now, let’s talk Boolean logic. No, we’re not talking about the study of true and false values. We’re talking about using AND, OR, and NOT to refine your search. Here’s an example:

Let’s say you’re looking for a project manager who has experience in both ‘Agile’ and ‘Scrum’. You’d search: “Agile” AND “Scrum”. But if you’re looking for someone who has experience in either ‘Agile’ or ‘Scrum’, you’d search: “Agile” OR “Scrum”. And if you’re looking to exclude someone, say, with ‘Waterfall’ experience, you’d search: “Agile” OR “Scrum” NOT “Waterfall”.

Finding Hidden Talent with the ‘People also viewed’ Feature

LinkedIn’s ‘People also viewed’ feature is a hidden gem. It suggests profiles similar to the one you’re currently viewing. This can be a goldmine for finding talent you might not have considered otherwise. For example, if you’re looking at a profile of a great project manager at Evolution Gaming, scroll down to see who else LinkedIn thinks you might be interested in.

But remember, don’t just stop at the first page of results. Keep clicking ‘See more’ to uncover more profiles. You never know who you might find!

us LinkedIn Recruiter

If you’re serious about finding top talent, consider investing in LinkedIn Recruiter. It’s LinkedIn’s recruitment platform designed to help you find, engage, and hire top talent. With Recruiter, you get access to more search filters, including the ability to search for profiles that have viewed your company’s page. This can be a great way to find passive candidates who are already interested in your company.

Plus, with Recruiter, you can save your searches and reach out to candidates directly with InMail messages. It’s a powerful tool that can significantly streamline your recruitment process.

So, there you have it, folks. The future of recruitment is here, and it’s all about knowing how to search on LinkedIn. So, the next time you’re sitting in your Tigne Point office, sipping that fourth espresso, remember these tips and watch as your talent pool grows.

Now, go forth and conquer the Maltese job market!