UK Recruitment Glossary
Equality Act 2010
In recruiter context
Covers direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment, and victimisation in employment, recruitment, and access to services. Job adverts and interviews can't ask about most protected characteristics pre-offer, with limited exceptions (e.g., genuine occupational requirements, positive action). Reasonable adjustments for disability are mandatory once disclosed. Tribunal claims under the Act have no qualifying period (unlike unfair dismissal which usually requires 2 years' service). Compensation is uncapped, unlike most other employment claims.
Related terms
Salary Band
The pre-set min-max pay range an employer has approved for a given role level.
Contingent Search
The recruitment model where the agency only earns a fee if their candidate is successfully placed.
PILON
Pay In Lieu Of Notice — the employer pays you for the notice period instead of having you work it.
Exit Interview
A meeting with HR or your manager during your notice period to discuss why you're leaving.