UK Recruitment Glossary
Talent Pool
In recruiter context
If a recruiter screens you and the role isn't right, the good ones add you to their talent pool for next time. This is why interviewing well even for a job you don't get matters — you can re-surface six months later for the same recruiter without starting from zero. Stay in touch lightly, every quarter or so. "Hi, still on the market, here's what I'm doing" is enough.
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Exit Interview
A meeting with HR or your manager during your notice period to discuss why you're leaving.
Reference Check
A call or written enquiry the employer makes to confirm your past employment and performance.