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Headhunting FAQs

What is headhunting?

Headhunting is a targeted recruitment approach used to identify and directly approach professionals whose experience matches a specific business need, including people who may not be actively looking for a new role.

When should a company use a headhunting service?

Headhunting is particularly useful for senior, specialist or hard-to-fill roles where the strongest candidates are unlikely to respond to a standard job advertisement.

How is headhunting different from standard recruitment?

Standard recruitment usually relies on applicants responding to an advertised vacancy. Headhunting starts with research and targeted outreach to relevant professionals in the market. Read more in our guide on what a headhunter does and how the process works.

How do you keep a headhunting search confidential?

We agree the appropriate level of discretion at the outset, then approach potential candidates carefully and share client information only when it is appropriate to do so.

How do you assess potential candidates?

We align the search with the role, sector and company culture, then assess relevant experience, motivation and suitability before presenting a focused shortlist.

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