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How to Get Head Hunted

Head hunting is the 'undercover arm' of the recruitment world. You can easily spot the head hunters at conferences and social gatherings - they're the ones doing the most networking.

Much of the work is secretive because companies often do not want to alert their employees, competitors or shareholders to their intentions.

Head hunted candidates are hand-picked, so it's a costly and time-consuming business and is generally reserved for positions that tend to pay £30k upwards. Quality, not quantity is the name of the game and much of it comes down to personal contact and word-of-mouth recommendation.

• Consider contacting a head hunter if you're looking to earn £30k plus.
• Seek recommendations from friends or colleagues. Ring for a chat before sending in your CV.
• Start networking and increase your profile at industry events and conferences. If you are not well known enough, decide what you need about it. Self-promotion is a useful skill.
• Be open, clear and specific about your plans and ambitions when talking to a head hunter.
• Develop a close working relationship with your Head Hunter and stay in touch.

Getting the best deal
While being head hunted will give you kudos with your peers, it should also have brought about more money, benefits and promotion prospects. So how do you ensure you get the best deal?

• Let the head hunter to do the negotiation - they will tend to know what the company's maximum deal could be.
• Be clear about your absolute minimum salary requirements.
• Look carefully at the total package. A six-figure package could mean the inclusion of benefits such as car and pension.

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