Headhunters
Headhunters are key players in connecting top talent with leading companies in today's competitive job market. Recently, the executive search or headhunting market has surged as companies globally hunt for talented leaders to steer their success. Therefore, organizations are increasingly relying on headhunters for tailored recruitment solutions. Let Aniday get you through the roles headhunters play in the talent market, and see how they support businesses and job seekers in the recruitment process.
Headhunting is a boutique recruitment firm that provides tailored, high-touch talent solutions to growth companies in APAC. Founded by industry veteran Nitu Sinha, Headhunting was started with a mission to change the way recruitment is done. With an unrelenting focus on quality, we leverage our deep networks and expertise from advisors who are industry experts to deliver on our promise. Our clients range from startups (Seed to pre-IPO) who are building their teams globally to well established corporates with highly specialised mandates. Our success stems from the trust and relationships we have built with both our clients and candidates. For our clients, we do this by understanding your business, priorities and needs thoroughly before curating a shortlist of highly relevant candidates for your review. For candidates who work with us, you are in good hands. We make sure your next career move is the right one and will stand by your side every step of the way. Your success is our success. We have deep expertise in the FinTech, Blockchain and Insurance industries. Our candidate network covers folks from Engineering, Product, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Legal and Compliance. Whether it’s a critical C-level hire or a high impact individual contributor you seek, we have the network and resources to help. Get in touch with us to discover how Headhunting can help in your journey.
We are an executive search firm specializing in Energy, Infrastructure and IT recruitment with a focus on client and candidate needs management. We accompany both clients and candidates every step of the way. With our more than 15 years’ of recruitment services experience we are your ideal partner to mobilize the most essential asset in your projects; people. We believe in working together with our clients and candidates and pursuing projects only with a clear understanding of what the objective is. Thorough job and candidate qualifications are followed and set as a standard within our organization. We believe in a solution based service adequate to our client’s unique needs.
At Spencer Stuart, we know how much leadership matters. We are trusted by organizations around the world to help them make the senior-level leadership decisions that have a lasting impact on their enterprises. Through our executive search, board and leadership advisory services, we help build and enhance high-performing teams for select clients ranging from major multinationals to emerging companies to nonprofit institutions. Privately held since 1956, we focus on delivering knowledge, insight and results through the collaborative efforts of a team of experts — now spanning more than 70 offices, over 30 countries and more than 50 practice specialties. Boards and leaders consistently turn to Spencer Stuart to help address their evolving leadership needs in areas such as senior-level executive search, board recruitment, board effectiveness, succession planning, in-depth senior management assessment, employee engagement and many other facets of culture and organizational effectiveness. For more information on Spencer Stuart, please visit www.spencerstuart.com.
Search Personnel is an established, leading and reputable recruitment company that brings effective services to individuals and organisations with a sense of urgency and commitment. The thought behind Search Personnel is to deliver a specialized, high quality recruitment service. With Search Personnel you can expect a level of quality and professionalism from experts who know recruitment and understand the market. With a team of experienced recruitment consultants, we can exploit into years of local recruitment experience and expertise. This enables us to bring the best roles and the best candidates together. We are not only providing recruitment services but also solutions to employers in talent management, from employee’s on boarding, performance management, to retention. At Search Personnel, we focus on providing our clients (at a fair fee) and candidates with quality recruitment service with a sense of urgency and commitment. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising the company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their desired job. We understand the important role that support staff play in every organisation. When the pressure is on to make a key hire, you need to do it quickly and efficiently. You can rely on us to deliver the quality of service that you need – fast and efficient! SME100 Awards 2020 - Singapore's Fast Moving Companies Best Recruitment Portal – (Singapore) – Bronze in 2019 Best Staffing Firm – (Singapore) – Bronze in 2020 Best Mid-Management Recruitment Firm – (Singapore) – Bronze in 2020 Best Recruitment Firm – Mid-management roles RM8000 - RM15000 per month (Malaysia) – Gold in 2017 and Bronze in 2020 Best Recruitment Firm – Non-management roles under RM8000 per month (Malaysia) – Silver in 2018 Best Executive Search Firm – (Malaysia) – Bronze Award in 2019 and 2020
Welcome to Logistics Executive Group - The hub of your global supply chain. Logistics Executive Group is a Supply Chain focused management consulting firm delivering whole-of-lifecycle business services including Corporate Advisory, Leadership Coaching, Executive Search and Trade Facilitation. We are a single source for market intelligence, trade facilitation, mergers, acquisitions and merger integration strategy, leadership development, talent acquisition and talent management, we offer a full suite of solutions designed and executed to position our clients for growth and overall improved performance across the value chain, customers, people and processes. With offices in the key global Supply Chain hubs, we partner with a range of multi-national corporations, local entrepreneurial businesses, private equity firms and for non-profit organisations delivering specialist services that power the performance of organisations and their most valuable asset, their people. Hong Kong Employment Agency Number: 59635
Smile, you are wanted. Smiling is easy. Looking for the perfect job is... Well, leave that to Search Staffing Services. With years of industry know-how, Search Staffing Services is an executive search firm that provides professional and quality recruitment services. Be it connecting top talents to clients or offering professional recruitment advice, Search Staffing Services is the one recruitment firm you can count on to make you grin from ear to ear.
BTI Executive Search, previously known as BTI Consultants, has been a market leader in Executive Search since 1982. As we believe that every leader must make a difference to drive positive change and optimal results to achieve organisational business goals, we adopt a holistic approach in sourcing and searching for quality leaders from acquisition to assimilation to engagement. Our suite of offerings includes talent mapping, succession planning, board consulting, global and regional executive hiring. Our borderless search operations and established network, spanning 6 markets, include Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. BTI Executive Search is an entity within the PERSOLKELLY company, a joint venture between PERSOL Group, and Kelly Services, Inc., forming one of the largest recruitment companies in Asia Pacific.
With offices in Singapore and Indonesia, we cover Asia-Pacific offering customized recruitment services for multiple industries such as Professional Services, Hospitality, the Food Processing Industry (Machinery, Packaging, Ingredients, and Flavours), Building Materials, Energy, etc. Our Methodology We IDENTIFY the best candidates through multiple channels. We are truly “headhunters”, working with the old-times mapping methodologies and networking techniques. We consider technology and social media as part of our tools, absolutely not as the only resource. That makes us in a way being ‘disruptive’ with the current trend of the recruitment industry. We EVALUATE our candidates based on indicators that matter for you. We ASSIST your DECISION while developing tailored exercises specifically made for your recruitment. We challenge the shortlisted candidates through business case presentations. Testing candidates in a professional exercise is indeed a much safer way to make sure you will hire the right person. We also perform personality assessment in partnership with global market leaders in psychological testing. We COMMIT to protect CONFIDENTIAL information from both parties, clients, and candidates. Strong ethics make long-term relationship profitable.
One Search Consulting is a major player in the executive search industry in Asia. We have an extensive network in the region and a growing team of experienced consultants and researchers in Asia. Our clients includes MNCs and growing SMEs and our successful placements span across Asia, especially Singapore, China, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and India. Our team has extensive local knowledge of Asian countries and good industry understanding, hence the preferred partner of our clients. One Search Consulting was established in 2010, with the aim to get the “One Right Hire” for our clients and secure the “One Right Career” for our candidates. We understand that gaining the recognition and respect of both our clients and candidates are our biggest accomplishment as a professional firm. We are driven by an extraordinary focus on achieving the highest service level and to provide timely and cost-effective solutions for our clients'? critical hires. Our past success makes us humble yet strong and confident in facing the future. We aim to continuously exceed ourselves and further intensify our commitment to providing the best solutions to our clients.
Orion Executive Search International is a boutique executive search firm founded in 2010. We mainly focus on middle to senior executives positions for top tier employers. We are based in Hong Kong and cover businesses across Asia-Pacific region, including Australia, Greater China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, as well as major financial cities, such as London and New York. We focus on recruiting for the following sectors: • Asset Management • Commercial & Retail Banking • Consulting • Corporate & Investment Banking • Financial Services • Fintech • Hedge Funds • Human Resources • Information Technology • Investment Banking • Legal & Compliance • Sales & Business Development • Secretarial & Office Support • Telecommunication Send us your CV & enquiries to [email protected]. Also follow us at https://www.facebook.com/orionexecutivesearch/ for more job opportunities.
The executive search industry is ripe for change. True disruption needs vision and courage. It needs a firm filled with people who are not just willing to change but who want to be the very ones to leave their fingerprints on the transformation itself. Who are We? Kingsley Gate Partners is a global executive search consulting firm founded with one vision in mind - to transform the world of executive search. Our partnership spans over five continents with completed searches in over 30 countries. Our mission and value proposition is simple: more Accurate, higher Velocity search by ensuring that our consultants are armed with mobile-first, cloud-based tools that help them give our clients differentiated insight on candidates. How do we Work? Businesses are evolving at an incredible pace, and so are their leadership needs. Our experienced consultants fuse their credible expert insight with science and technology to solve complex human capital/talent challenges. Our proprietary Synchronous Fit® 3.0 framework is architected, designed, and built to exponentially enhance the search success metrics required by our clients and includes our two online structured tools - the Attribute Selector and Athena - that highlight the leadership/management attributes and motivators that our clients desire in the ideal candidate. Our clients have transparent, real-time access to the stack-ranked candidates within each search via ClientSuite, an interactive mobile portal that allows our clients up-to-the-second search status in the palm of their hand. All of the above result in dramatic improvement of these four factors – ACCURACY, VELOCITY, TRANSPARENCY & ACCOUNTABILITY. The result? A lasting fit between our client and the placed candidate. Every Future Has a Story! Read about the exciting future of executive search at www.kingsleygate.com
Talent Insight Executive Search (TIES) is a Singapore-based boutique recruitment firm specialising in mid to senior level assignments. Our team has an outstanding track record and extensive years of recruitment experience, in addition to many years of direct industry exposure which allows us to truly understand both our clients’ and candidates'? needs. We bring a wealth of experience recruiting in our respective specialised areas and possess a deep understanding of the market. With strong ties established with both local and multinational companies across all sectors, we are known for our expert advice and sound industry knowledge. We have established commercial relationships and are associated with outstanding talent in the market. This enables us to effectively and efficiently connect you to great people, forging stellar business partnerships. EA Licence: 17C8523
Boyd & Moore Executive Search (BMES) provides talent and leadership solutions to multinational businesses looking to enter, scale or repair their businesses in Asia Pacific. We primarily focus on executive-level and mission-critical hires, but we offer a range of solutions beyond that, including Executive Search, Market Entry Services, Market Mapping, Employer Branding, Onsite Hiring Management, Interim Talent Solutions, Project Hiring, Succession Planning and Leadership Assessments – just about anything our clients require to find the key talent necessary to grow their businesses successfully across the region. All of our services are fueled by Asia’s most powerful research platform, comprised of 100 in-house researchers who provide in-depth insights and real-time market data to our Consultants and Clients. Since our foundation in Tokyo in 2002, the business has evolved from a 2-person startup to a 170-person firm, covering all key locations in Asia. In 2017, our expertise and track record across the region brought us into partnership with Technopro, a TSE1 listed company and Japan’s biggest player in engineering talent. Throughout this transformation we have stayed true to our core mission: "empowering organizations who share our belief in the key ingredients of success: great people and valuable insights"?.
About Us: Neer Info Solutions is a leading executive search firm providing services to number of Leading IT services , Fortune 500 and BFS companies. We are a decade old search firm with consistent growth of 40-50 % on Y-O-Y basis with more than 50 + professionals from Industry and leading corporate are serving to our clients. We work with our clients on 3-in screen model where the profile get screened at three layers believe that our services with right attitude, professional approach and scientific recruitment systems could make talent scouting a extremely useful and advantages to your business operation. We have several accolades and proven testimonials to vouch for us. Over the years we have specialized and focusing to grow our recruiting solutions across continent in the following areas • Business and Management Consulting / Advisory • Technology Hiring ( EAS, RIMS, Web) • SMAC • Leadership Hiring • F&A • Risk Advisory • Corporate Function • BFS( Investment Banking, Asset Management and Corporate Banking) If you are a job seeker or having any talent needs in any of the above areas, we are the right people to help you in career advice or scouting the best talent in quick TAT from the industry, please feel free to get in touch with us.
GOOSE Recruitment is a global people specialist for the Aviation and Airline sectors. We have big ambitions to become the global number one in Aviation and Airline recruitment. We operate across the world, including the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific, servicing our customers, both candidates and clients. The goose is synonymous with long-distance flying and incredible teamwork, this aptly represents the foundations of GOOSE Recruitment – an incredible team of recruitment consultants striving to be the very best in the industry, here for the long-term and spanning the globe. How we help Aviation businesses and Airlines We partner with many of the world’s leader employers across the Aviation and Airline sectors. Our clients represent a wide range of businesses including Airlines (passenger and cargo/freight), Aircraft Leasing companies, Third Party MRO Providers, Aftermarket OEMs, Aviation Finance, Aircraft Brokerage, Charter Brokerage, Business Aviation, General Aviation, Defence Contractors and Airport Operators and Owners to name just a few. We believe in being a valued partner and contributing to your recruitment strategy with thoughts and ideas. We’re high touch, not high tech – we want to know you, not your email address (but that would be great too). We source hard to find talent for clients and offer services including: - Permanent Recruitment - Contract Recruitment - Executive Search - Recruitment Campaigns - Salary Surveys & Benchmarking How we can help job seekers We focus on specialist areas to ensure our knowledge cannot be beaten. The disciplines we focus on include: - MRO & Technical Services - Operations - Flight Crew - Pilots - Commercial - OEMs & Aviation Services - Corporate and Professional - Executive Search Our ethos is built on four key values: do it brilliantly, do it with a smile, do it with respect and do it fairly. Follow us on Twitter @GOOSEJobs Follow us on Facebook @GooseRecruitment
Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future. Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions and organizations. Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I. The firm has more than 1,500 employees located in 40 offices around the world.
MAXIMA Global Executive Search is a premier human capital solutions organization that offers: * Executive Search * Advertised Selection and * Consulting Services to clients in both the traditional and technology sectors. Headquartered in Singapore, we have partners in Australia, China, South Korea, India, Germany, UK and the US. Our team has a highly successful track record of helping clients build exceptional human capital resources through a combination of extended global reach, industry and regional expertise, functional depth, proven research and recruitment methodologies, strong client focus, teamwork and perseverance. We serve a wide range of clients from some of world's largest multinational corporations, governments and global banks to hi-tech startups, consulting companies and venture capital firms. Our clients are spread globally and we have carried out search assignments in all major geographies. We work in close partnership with our clients and help them develop high-performance corporate teams and leadership capital. We use a variety of engagement models to suit the requirements of each client/assignment. These include retained searches, contingency searches, advertised selection, consulting projects and recruitment outsourcing.
Space Executive is a multi-disciplinary, award-winning international executive search and selection recruitment agency. With offices in Singapore, Hong Kong and London the company specialises in recruiting senior management and executive-level personnel. We work with Multinationals, Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, FMCG, Consultancy, Insurance, Venture Capital & High Growth or Equity-Backed companies across Leadership and General Management, Technology and Change Management, Chief Operating Officer and Governance, Management Consultancy and Sales & Marketing positions. Space Executive has been recognised for its exceptional work and service delivery in recruitment; its awards include Best Places to Work in 2019, Recruitment International Best Newcomer 2016, Global Recruiter Asia Pacific Gold Award 2016, and was ranked Most Socially Engaged Staffing Agency in both 2016 and 2017 by LinkedIn. Our clients include Sequoia Capital, Airwallex, Ant Group, Credit Suisse, Standard Chartered, Goldman Sachs, Lazada, Dyson, Diageo, PWC, William Grant, YUM Brands, WeWork, Allianz and Johnson & Johnson; they choose Space Executive because of our ability to recognise that Your Space is Our Space.
WilsonHCG is an award-winning, global leader in total talent solutions. Operating as a strategic partner, it helps some of the world’s most admired brands build comprehensive talent functions. With a global presence spanning more than 65 countries and six continents, WilsonHCG provides a full suite of configurable talent services including recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), executive search, contingent talent solutions and technology advisory. TALENT. ™ It’s more than a solution; it’s who we are. Interested in transforming the talent landscape? Take a look at our career opportunities to see where you can make an impact with WilsonHCG. Better People, Better Business?
Options Group is a leading global executive search and strategic consulting firm specializing in financial services including capital markets, global markets, alternative investments, hedge funds, private banking/wealth management, and technology. For more than 25 years, our clients and candidates have come to know that Options Group always exceeds expectations. Our innovative approach to facilitating limitless search possibilities for our clients and candidates around the world has been recognized as the industry standard. Through our global footprint (15 offices spread across 4 continents), Options Group has the resources, analytics and experience to drive the acquisition of top tier talent for firms of any size. Options Group is on the forefront, pioneering a new generation of human talent management solutions, where research meets recruiting for optimal strategic results. OG is hands-on in providing a superior range of innovative options for financial services & tech clients and candidates.
Headhunter Topics
Headhunter - who are they?
Headhunters are experts who find and recommend top talents for job opportunities. Typically employed by recruitment agencies, they may have their talent pool for specific roles, or they may proactively seek out top talents by targeting employees who are hired by other companies, or known as passive candidates. According to an Aniday survey, 79% of the potential hires are this kind of candidate.
Moreover, headhunters engage with potential candidates to understand their interests, qualifications, experiences, and expectations, then refer the best fit to the hiring managers. Headhunters are highly sought after when employers need to fill urgent positions and can’t find the right candidate on their own.
Understanding the dynamics of the headhunting market
The global executive search (headhunting) market is expected to reach around USD 34.24 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 6.40% from 2024 to 2032. This surge highlights the vital role headhunters play in the recruitment process. Here are some key factors that drive the dynamics of this market:
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Firstly, globalization and market expansion:
Thanks to the rise of globalization, the executive search market has significantly expanded. Multinational companies now require top-tier leaders who comprehend diverse regulations, cultural nuances, and market dynamics. With the support of headhunters, your business can find executives adept at driving growth and managing complex international landscapes. Moreover, if your business involves cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) that often require leadership changes, it would further fuel the need for expert search services to facilitate smooth transitions across different regions.
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Secondly, talent shortages and succession planning:
The talent shortage is real, with businesses worldwide facing challenges in filling key positions. As experienced leaders retire, companies face the challenge of nurturing the next generation of leadership. While many candidates show great potential, they often lack some specific skills that employers are seeking. Despite advances in AI and technology, these tools have yet to fully address the critical gaps contributing to ongoing talent shortages.
Therefore, headhunters play a crucial role in this process, leveraging their extensive networks and expertise to discover and develop high-potential candidates. The growing focus on succession planning and talent development has spurred increased demand for headhunting services, as businesses invest in robust leadership pipelines to ensure long-term stability and operational continuity.
How can headhunters support businesses?
Headhunters provide a significant advantage in candidate evaluation for business. In general, headhunters can help businesses through:
Attracting passive candidates:
One major advantage of using a headhunter is their ability to reach passive candidates who may not see the job advertisements. This expands the talent pool and increases the chances of finding certified higher-quality candidates. Although these individuals aren't actively job-hunting, they are open to the right opportunity. Headhunters use their networks and outreach skills to proactively find and engage them, helping employers minimize recruiting risks.
Managing time, cost, and resources effectively:
Headhunter simplifies the recruitment process by maintaining a vast database of highly qualified candidates. They bring extensive experience in evaluating and selecting candidates who match job requirements, streamlining the hiring process. This allows businesses to focus more on their core operations.
Allocating the most suitable and high-quality candidates:
Headhunters possess a broad network of candidates they've previously engaged with, enabling them to swiftly pinpoint individuals who are a perfect fit for a particular role. Additionally, they can connect with passive candidates, those not actively job hunting but open to new opportunities.
Ensuring information security:
Some job roles are best kept confidential, making advertising difficult. A headhunter can conduct a discreet search campaign, allowing companies to attract qualified candidates without publicly posting the position.
How can headhunters support job seekers:
Headhunters can also support candidates in job hunting thanks to their connection with employers. Acting as intermediaries, they facilitate successful matches between both sides. Here are aspects headhunter can help them:
Access to the hidden job market:
A major challenge for job seekers is the lack of awareness about available job opportunities. Headhunters have access to an extensive network of employers and not publicly advertised openings. By connecting job seekers with these hidden opportunities, headhunters enhance their chances of finding the perfect job.
Shorten Application Process:
Job applications can be lengthy, particularly when customizing candidates’ resumes and cover letters for each position. Headhunters can simplify this process by aligning their skills and qualifications with the right job opportunities. They also offer valuable advice on enhancing their resume and cover letter to help them stand out from the competition.
Consulting and negotiating:
Headhunters, with their deep industry knowledge, can offer crucial insights and guidance on how to present themselves as a top candidate. They can also help them identify any skill gaps and recommend ways to address them effectively. Beyond matching candidates to roles, headhunters offer essential advice on salary expectations and benefits, advocating on behalf of candidates to secure the most competitive compensation packages.
Expanding the network of job searchers:
Building a professional network can be tough, especially for industry newcomers or those relocating. Headhunters can connect job seekers with key industry professionals and decision-makers, opening doors to new opportunities and valuable connections.
The full process of finding and attracting talents
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Client consultation: starts with a detailed consultation with the hiring organization to understand the role's requirements, including responsibilities, qualifications, and company culture. This forms the basis for a customized recruitment strategy.
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Market research and analysis: involves analyzing industry trends, competition, and talent availability to guide the headhunter's strategy. It helps identify potential top-tier candidates and understand the market context.
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Candidate personas: develop a detailed candidate profile based on insights gathered, outlining necessary skills, experience, and personal attributes. This profile acts as a benchmark throughout the search.
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Finding candidates: using their networks, industry knowledge, and targeted research, headhunters find potential candidates who match the client’s criteria, often including those not actively job-hunting.
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Initial approach: reach out to potential candidates discreetly, presenting the opportunity without revealing the client’s identity.
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Candidate assessment: headhunters perform thorough evaluations through detailed interviews, skill assessments, and reference checks to assess each candidate’s fit for the role.
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Interviews: arrange and manage interviews between the client and selected candidates, handle logistics, gather feedback, and ensure clear communication.
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Negotiation and Offer Stage: headhunters facilitate salary, benefits, and contract negotiations, to ensure a smooth process that meets the needs of both the candidate and the hiring organization.
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Closing the Deal: headhunters finalize the candidate's commitment by addressing any last concerns and ensuring a smooth transition into the new role.
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Follow-Up and Onboarding Support: Headhunters offer continued support during onboarding, including guidance, follow-up check-ins, and maintaining relationships for future opportunities.
How headhunters are paid?
Headhunters are paid only when they successfully place a candidate in a job, as are many independent recruiters. Typically, their fee ranges from 20-30% of the new hire’s first-year salary. Since headhunters work on behalf of the employer, their primary motivation is to satisfy the employer’s needs.
The headhunter’s annual salary can vary depending on experience, the industries of the hiring companies, and the employer’s location. According to Glassdoor, the average annual salary of a headhunter can be from $102,000 - $187,000.
How to select the right headhunter, as a employer and job seeker?
With numerous headhunters to choose from, finding the right one can feel overwhelming. To make the process easier, Aniday suggests focusing on these essential factors when selecting a headhunter:
For employers:
1. Seek Particular Industry Experience
Headhunters and recruiters often handle placements across various industries. However, while they may possess the skills to attract top talent, a thorough understanding of your specific industry is crucial for finding the best fit.
Instead of relying solely on search engine results, tap into your professional network. Reach out to colleagues and connections for recommendations.
When you collaborate with Aniday, your job openings are entrusted to lead headhunters who specialize in your industry. This means you'll benefit from the deep knowledge and targeted expertise of professionals who truly understand your field, ensuring you find the perfect talent quickly and efficiently.
2. Experience is important when seeking senior roles
In today’s competitive job market, finding top talent is more challenging than ever. You should evaluate your headhunter’s expertise, recruitment strategies, and proven success in securing top candidates in advance.
When assessing a headhunter's qualifications, Aniday suggests some critical questions to ask:
- How often do you successfully place candidates?
- What strategies do you use to attract top talent?
- How would you present our company to a high-level executive?
- What timeline can we expect for filling the position?
- How many clients are you currently handling?
- Do you offer a guarantee period?
3. Ensuring headhunters understand your company’s needs
Your headhunter's ability to truly understand your company’s values, culture, hiring needs, and team dynamics is crucial in finding the ideal candidate. You must communicate these expectations, ensuring that both of you are aligned and working towards the same goal.
For job seekers:
Despite the many advantages of working with headhunters, many job seekers often struggle with where to find and connect with them. Here’s what you can do:
1. Seek referrals from your network
Start your search by reaching out to professionals in your network for recommendations of headhunters they’ve successfully worked with. Even if your list is short, it’s fine—especially if you’re targeting a headhunter with expertise in a specific industry or niche market."
2. Explore networking sites
Beyond a simple online search, you can discover headhunters on various networking platforms by using targeted keywords. These sites also allow you to ask other members for personal referrals, helping you connect with the right professionals.
As Southeast Asia's largest headhunter network with over 30,000 professionals, Aniday is the go-to site for connecting with top headhunters across the region.
3. Join industry-specific trade groups or associations.
Headhunters frequently participate in these organizations, making them great places to network and connect with professionals who specialize in your field. By becoming a member, you'll gain access to a list of headhunters and opportunities to build valuable connections.
