Specialists in the war for talent
Recruiters have become an integral part of modern HR. Once a side task for generalists, recruiting is now a dedicated profession—especially in larger companies. Rising turnover and a shortage of skilled professionals demand strategic expertise. Recruiters no longer rely solely on job ads; they use LinkedIn and other platforms to proactively approach passive candidates and tap into the hidden job market—much like headhunters.
From line collaboration to people insight
Recruiters work on behalf of hiring managers—those line managers with staffing needs. Together, they define the ideal candidate profile. Depending on their experience, recruiters handle pre-selection or the full search process. While recruiting was once a typical entry-level HR job, today it requires more: strategic thinking, strong intuition, and a solid understanding of human behavior. To assess others realistically, recruiters must recognize their own biases—and be confident enough to challenge even highly qualified candidates when necessary.
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