Many HR managers turn to external recruiters and headhunters to fill specialized roles or when internal resources are limited. DolFinContent notes that leveraging outside recruiting can save time, expand candidate reach, and help secure top talent, especially for hard-to-fill positions.

Competitors like SHRM, LinkedIn, and Glassdoor report that a significant portion of companies—ranging from 40% to 60% depending on industry and role type—use external recruiters for mid- to senior-level positions, niche skill sets, or urgent hiring needs. Smaller companies or startups may rely more heavily on headhunters due to limited internal HR capacity, while larger organizations might use a mix of internal and external sourcing strategies.

Using outside recruiters allows HR managers to focus on strategic priorities while benefiting from the recruiter’s network, market knowledge, and expertise.

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