In recent years, the labor market in Vietnam is very hot with the term headhunter. This is also the job of the human resources department. So what is a headhunter? Is it difficult to become a headhunter? Let's answer these questions with Navigos Search through the article below.
1. Headhunter - "hot" profession
It can be seen that the job recruitment market tends to develop strongly. A series of "headhunting" companies were born and operated very effectively. At first, Vietnam had about 200 headhunter companies, but after only a few years, this number has increased to 500 companies, concentrated mainly in big cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, and Da Nang... Therefore, there are many young people interested in pursuing the field of headhunters. So is being a headhunter difficult?
A headhunter is a person who specializes in human resource search, offering human resource solutions for all positions required by companies and businesses. They look for mid-level to senior-level personnel. The scope of work of a headhunter does not stop at companies specializing in recruitment services, but also can freelance for many other units and enjoy a percentage of commission if you complete the set targets, you can even become a member of staff. become a member of the human resources department of the company.
The headhunter profession does not discriminate in terms of age, and qualifications. As long as you love jobs related to human resources, the labor market, have an interest in learning about activities, general development of the market, like jobs related to data, business services, exchange, consult with many people or senior leaders can take on the position of headhunter
You can learn more about headhunters at our articles:
What is headhunter? Things to know about headhunting in Vietnam
5 key skills for a new headhunter
Headhunter is a "hot" profession these days
2. Is it difficult to become a headhunter? - Recipes for rookies
Choose the right headhunter company
To pursue and develop a career as a headhunter, you first need to find the right environment. There have been many young headhunters who had to give up their favorite jobs just because of choosing an unreliable company. Working in a recruitment environment, you are required to understand all industries and master many soft skills to be ready to support candidates when needed.
Usually, headhunters with little experience will need a lot of time to be trained. And a good, quality recruitment company will always have training programs, set goals and clear directions for new headhunters.
In addition, the issues of salary, bonus, commission, etc. must also be specified, ensuring publicity and transparency. Working under the guidance and management of talented and reputable leaders, you will certainly have the opportunity to learn, practice and develop the necessary skills to become a professional headhunter.
At Navigos Search, new headhunters entering the profession will not have to worry about the opportunity to learn, expand their thinking and knowledge about their profession. Because of a team of seasoned consultants, with more than 20 years of industry experience, in-depth knowledge of all industries is always the strength of Navigos Search.
Besides, the working process and salary and bonus regime are very clear and transparent for all members. In particular, with the brand strength of Navigos Search, you will not have to worry too much or pressure to find a customer for yourself, your task is to support the customers you are entrusted within the best way, ensure customers are always satisfied and find the optimal solution.
Master how to negotiate a reasonable commission rate
One of the factors that everyone cares about when going to work is income. In the headhunter profession, the income level is mainly based on commissions. Of course, the commission is usually set according to the sales and targets set by the company.
In Vietnam, the commission for headhunters can be up to 20%. However, depending on their own capacity and experience, the headhunter needs to know how to negotiate the appropriate commission. If you are new to the profession, you should not ask for too high a commission, so it should be around 5-10%. After you have accumulated a lot of experience and your brand value is enhanced, you can ask for a higher commission.
You need to know how to negotiate a reasonable commission
Need to prioritize work and dedicate yourself
In all jobs, in order to gain skills and experience, it is necessary to go through the process of learning, trying your best, and so is the headhunter. There are many friends right from the start of their career with the idea of doing just enough, refusing to progress. This choice will hinder your career path.
If you want to achieve and become an excellent headhunter, you must actively learn wherever you are. A great manager always needs a hard worker. Therefore, do not be lazy and lose the opportunity to develop a headhunter career.
Cultivate soft skills
As a headhunter, soft skills play a very important role. Therefore, you must regularly practice and improve to develop yourself. You can read books related to recruitment, business, sales, active lifestyle and communication skills in your spare time.
Besides, building social relationships with colleagues is also essential, helping you learn or even collect a potential candidate from those relationships.
Soft skills play a very important role for headhunter
Know how to seize opportunities, ready to change when necessary
The experience for newcomers to the headhunter profession is to know how to seize opportunities and be ready to change when necessary. In the context of the recruitment market developing strongly, most of the "headhunting" companies have achieved high growth rates. If the company you are working for is having problems and it is very difficult for you to develop in your career path, you should change when there is another better opportunity.
The above article has answered for readers how difficult it is to be a headhunter and shares experiences as a headhunter for "rookies" in the profession. Hopefully, through this, you will have more useful information to become a professional headhunter. Navigos Search wishes you success!
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