reclutador
/reklutadoɾ/from spelling rules
The English word recruiter is translated into Spanish as reclutador.
The term refers to a person employed to recruit others.
Meaning: one employed to recruit others (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the term gestor de talento can be occasionally used to refer to a recruiter.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is gendered. Use the feminine form reclutadora if the recruiter is a woman. For a group of male recruiters or a mixed-gender group, use the plural reclutadores. If the group consists only of female recruiters, use reclutadoras.
How do you pronounce it?
/reklutadoɾ/
Did you know?
- In Spain, professional recruiters frequently use the English word 'Headhunter' to specifically describe the process of searching for high-level executive candidates.
- The verb reclutar carries a heavier weight than the English 'recruit' because it is commonly used to describe military conscription as well as business hiring.
- While reclutador is used for jobs, a person recruiting for a political party or union in certain Latin American countries is often called a movilizador.
Examples in context
- Hablé con el reclutador para obtener más información sobre la posición.I spoke with the recruiter to get more information about the position.
- Patricia es una excelente reclutadora en nuestra empresa.Patricia is an excellent recruiter in our company.
- Carlos trabaja como cazatalentos en una agencia de reclutamiento.Carlos works as a headhunter in a recruitment agency.
- El reclutador me llamó esta mañana.The recruiter called me this morning.
- Necesitamos contratar a un reclutador nuevo.We need to hire a new recruiter.
- Ella trabaja como reclutadora en una agencia.She works as a recruiter at an agency.
Example conversation
Daniel is talking to Sofía about his job search.
- Sofía¿Has hablado con el reclutador?Have you spoken with the recruiter?
- DanielSí, el reclutador es muy amable.Yes, the recruiter is very kind.
- SofíaEspero que te dé buenas noticias.I hope he gives you good news.
- DanielYo también, Sofía. Gracias.Me too, Sofía. Thanks.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
