I just landed my first job..
It's only taken me a few months.. and yes I am aware that I was very lucky.. Right place Right time!
I didn't know a friend of a friend or someones dad...
All I did though was answer every single job that was posted on the net.. try the afap website and aviation trader. Also I sent out a whole bunch of letters (which everyone does) but who knows. The day a pilot leaves might be the day your letter is on their desk!
Other than that, you just have to keep trying, I got a fair few, "not enough hours" "nothing right now, we'll keep you on file" and so on. But it's just a matter of sticking with it
I've been lucky thus far, my job is on a heavy single and it's got pretty good conditions. But I think there are some sharks out there..
Anyway mate, good luck!