Headhunter

bumpuser8448316

Have yo or your DH used a headhunter to find a new job? What can you tell me about your experience?

AprilLVE

I have some experience with them on the employer side.  Has always been our go-to way of filling high level, specific experience needed positions.

sometimesalwayschaotic

I think it really depends on what field you're in.  My husband will apply for jobs and generally a head hunter is looking to fill those jobs so he's essentially applying through a headhunter.  He has had good luck with them and they do things like help tweak your resume and give you advice.  He did have a negative experience once since they head hunter told him misleading information about a job and DH wasn't really qualified.  

bumpuser8448316

Gastro said:

What industry? It's kind of a dirty business and make sure the headhunter loves you. Charm them, stroke their egos etc., especially if it's in a competitive industry. If it's for a finance or investing job there are definitely headhunters you want to work with but you will also have to impress them for them to take you on as a client. Their reputation depends on you....

Tourism I guess?