Headhunter
/ˈhɛdˌhʌntər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person or firm specializing in recruiting executives or skilled professionals for employment, often engaged under contract by companies.
The company hired a headhunter to find a qualified CEO candidate.
Forms
- headhunter
- headhunters
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Commentary
In legal contexts, headhunters often operate under specific contracts regulating recruitment fees, confidentiality, and non-solicitation clauses.
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