Recruitment glossary

Learn about HR terms

The most extensive glossary of definitions used in the recruitment industry.

Career site

Career site is a website that helps people find jobs. It includes a job search engine and a resume builder. It also has a blog with articles about job searching and career advice.
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Co-employment

A co-employment relationship is one in which two employers jointly employ an individual. In this arrangement, each employer is responsible for a portion of the employee’s wages and benefits. This type of arrangement is often used when an employee is simultaneously employed by two companies, such as when a staffing agency places an employee at a client company.
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Co-located team

A co-located team is a team of people who work together in the same physical space.
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Collaborative hiring

Collaborative hiring is a recruiting process in which candidates are found and hired with collaborative effort across functions and departments.
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Company culture

A company's culture is the personality of the organization. It includes the values, beliefs, and behaviours that make up the company's identity. The culture shapes how employees interact with each other and with customers. It influences what employees do when no one is watching and how they make decisions. A strong culture can be a competitive advantage. It can attract and retain the best employees, inspire them to do their best work, and create a loyal customer base.
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Compensation

Compensation is a system of rewards in exchange for an employee's work.
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Contingency recruiter

A contingency recruiter is a professional who helps companies find and hire employees on a temporary, commission based contract.
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Contingent recruitment

Contingent recruitment is the process of sourcing and hiring candidates on a temporary, project-based, or as-needed basis. This type of recruitment is often used to fill roles that are in high demand or that require specialized skillsets.
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Continuous candidate engagement

Continuous candidate engagement is the continuous process or nurturing an ongoing relationship between a company and a potential employee from the first point of contact through the entire hiring process in order to let the candidate increasingly become invested in the employer brand and open positions.
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Contract-to-hire

A contract-to-hire agreement is a type of employment contract between an employer and employee, where the employee is hired on a temporary basis with the option to be converted to a permanent employee. This agreement is typically used when the employer is not sure if the employee is a good fit for the position or company.
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Corporate recruiter

The corporate recruiter is responsible for executing all steps of the recruiting process for exempt and non-exempt positions. This includes but is not limited to: sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checking, and extending job offers. The corporate recruiter will collaborate with hiring managers to determine staffing needs, job specifications, and appropriate sourcing strategies. The corporate recruiter will also be responsible for managing relationships with external vendors and job boards, as well as maintaining the applicant tracking system.
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Cost per hire

Cost per hire is the average cost to recruit and hire a new employee. This includes the costs of advertising, job postings, recruiting agencies, and other hiring costs. The average cost per hire can vary depending on the industry, company size, and other factors.
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Cultural fit

Cultural fit is match between the company's values, beliefs and behaviors and the candidate's.
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Culture fit

Culture fit is the degree to which a candidate's values, beliefs and behaviours align with those of the organisation. A good culture fit is essential for a harmonious and productive workplace.
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Culture-fit questions

Culture fit is the degree to which the candidate's personal values, beliefs, and behaviors align with those of the organization. When an individual is a good culture fit, they are more likely to be happy and successful in their role.
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Cybervetting

Cybervetting is the process of using the internet to vet potential employees. This can include searching for an employee's online presence, looking for reviews and references, and checking for criminal records.
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Data-driven recruiting

Data-driven recruiting is a recruitment strategy that uses data to inform decisions about which candidates to pursue. This data can come from a variety of sources, including job boards, resume databases, social media, and more. By using data to identify the most qualified candidates, recruiters can save time and resources while also improving their chances of making a successful hire.
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Deferred compensation

Deferred compensation is a type of compensation in which an employee agrees to forgo current income in exchange for receiving income at a future date. This type of compensation can take the form of stock options, bonuses, or pension payments.
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Digital nomad

A digital nomad is a person who is able to work remotely, often using technology, in order to live a nomadic lifestyle.
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Direct hire

A direct hire is a type of recruitment in which an organization hires an employee directly, rather than going through an intermediary such as a staffing agency.
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Dispersed team

A dispersed team is a team that is not physically colocated. The team members may be in different locations, time zones, or even countries. Dispersed teams require more communication and coordination than colocated teams.
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Distributed company

A distributed company is a company that is organized into small, autonomous teams that are distributed across different geographical locations.
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Distributed workforce

A distributed workforce is a group of workers who are geographically dispersed and work independently or collaboratively on projects or tasks.
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

DEI is about creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive society. It includes initiatives to address social and economic inequality, racism, sexism and other forms of discrimination. DEI also promotes equal opportunity and access to resources, services and opportunities.
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ESOP

ESOP is a contribution plan in which employees receive company stock.
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) is a plan in which employees receive company stock as part of their benefits package. In some cases, employees may be able to purchase company stock at a discount.
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

An ESPP is a benefit offered by employers that allows employees to purchase company stock at a discount. This can be a great way to build equity in the company you work for and receive some tax benefits as well.
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Employee referral

An employee referral is when an employee of a company recommends a friend or acquaintance for a job at the company. The referral may come in the form of a formal application or a casual conversation.
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Employee referral program

An employee referral program is a system of a company reward employees for referring new hires.
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Employee retention

Employee retention is a process in which an employer tries to keep its employees for a long time. It may involve initiatives such as offering better working conditions, providing training and development opportunities, and offering incentives.
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