Also means
executive recruiter
Usage Note
Headhunter is fully integrated into German business vocabulary for recruiters who actively approach employed professionals for senior roles. The German synonym Personalberater is more formal.
Examples
"Ein Headhunter hat sie für eine Führungsposition bei einem internationalen Konzern angesprochen."
Natural Translation
A headhunter approached her for a management position at an international corporation.
Literal Translation
A headhunter has her for a leadership-position at an international group approached.
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