The issues you is simple: far too many recruiters will fling resumes at you hoping one or more will stick.  There’s little or no additional work on their part beyond a database search.  It should not matter if the search is retained or contingent, this is not the level of “service” you should expect. A” Confidential Candidate Brief” is a highly detailed outline of all questions that the recruiter has asked the candidate and exactly what their responses were. Additionally, a Confidential Candidate Brief may contain supplemental notes and should shed light about the  “pluses” or concerns the recruiter has about the candidate in the role being considered – especially where “fit” is concerned.  If the firm does not produce this type of documentation they’re a body shop – you’d be well advised to walk away and continue interviewing other prospective firms until you find one which will work with you and your team.