Types of Recruiter

A major area of confusion for job-seekers is the difference between the types of recruitment consultancies in the market place. In general an easy way of finding out is to establish the method of how candidates are generated:

Search/Headhunting They are working on a specific assignment from an employer. They approach you and present a potential job opportunity - even though you may not have heard of or met the person before.

Selection The organisation advertise a vacancy on behalf of a company - you respond.

Recruitment Agency You make the first approach by registering with them - you may be placed on a database and may be contacted for specific opportunities.

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