A headhunter is a third-party that’s hired to help a company to fill an open job position. You’ll let the headhunter know about the position you’re trying to fill, and that person will find a list of qualified candidates for you to interview.
Executive headhunters only make money if they successfully fill your job openings, so they’ll be very motivated to help you find the right person. Most headhunters earn a fee of 20 percent to 30 percent of that individual’s salary.