Headhunter (Private Employment Referral)
へっどはんたー（みんかんしょくぎょうしょうかい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who connects companies and candidates, providing optimal talent referral and matching.
Description
Headhunters work for talent referral companies or consulting firms, searching for and developing talent optimal for corporate management challenges and organizational strategies. They conduct interviews with both client companies and candidates, handling everything from opportunity development, candidate screening, conducting interviews, negotiating offers and contract terms, to post-employment follow-up. Building diverse networks, industry knowledge, and negotiation skills are key to success.
Future Outlook
As labor mobility increases and demand for specialized talent grows, demand for headhunters will remain stable. Utilization of technology and advanced consulting skills will serve as differentiating factors, maintaining high market value.
Personality Traits
Excellent communication skills / Goal achievement orientation / Good listener / Patient / Positive mindset
Work Style
Flex Time / Hybrid / Incentive Program / Office Work / Performance Compensation
Career Path
Junior Headhunter → Senior Headhunter → Team Leader → Manager → Partner/Director
Required Skills
Candidate Research / Interview Skills / Interviewing / Negotiation Skills / Networking / Sales Skills
Recommended Skills
CRM/ATS Operation / Data Analysis / Industry Knowledge (Specific Field) / Language Proficiency / SNS Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | To communicate smoothly with clients and candidates and build trusting relationships. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To proactively approach and develop candidates and clients independently. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to efficiently manage multiple cases and interview schedules. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to frequent achievement targets and interpersonal adjustments, there is significant mental pressure. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work, phone calls, and online interviews, with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Career Consulting Skills Specialist
- Certified Career Consultant
- GCDF-Japan
Aliases
- Executive Search Consultant
- Headhunting Specialist
- Recruiter
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- Career Consultant
- HR Personnel
- Recruiter