Distribution across 36 profiles.
Middle half of Recruitment Consultants score between 30% and 40%.
0%
50%
100%
p10 · 27%
44% · p90
Task breakdown by work type
On-screen work42%
Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.
In-person + screen58%
Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.
Computer + action0%
Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.
Fully in-person0%
No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.
Typical tasks
3 synthetic profiles for a Recruitment Consultant, ordered by automation exposure.
Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Candidate screening and interviews: Conducting phone or video interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit. Includes evaluating soft skills and providing feedback to clients.
deep expertisesocial element
39%AD
12%
Client relationship management: Building and maintaining relationships with hiring managers and HR teams to understand their hiring needs, providing updates on candidate pipelines, and negotiating terms of service.
deep expertisesocial core
23%AD
8%
Job order intake: Meeting with clients to gather detailed job requirements, including role responsibilities, required qualifications, salary ranges, and company culture.
deep expertisesocial core
10%AD
2%
Coordinating interviews: Scheduling interviews between candidates and clients, managing logistics (e.g., interview times, locations, or virtual meeting links), and following up with both parties for feedback.
10%DD
44%
Sourcing candidates: Searching job boards, LinkedIn, and other databases to find potential candidates who match client job requirements. Includes reviewing resumes and initial screening of profiles.
deep expertise
10%DD
34%
Offer negotiation and placement: Facilitating salary and benefits negotiations between candidates and clients, extending job offers, and ensuring smooth onboarding for successful placements.
deep expertisesocial core
4%AD
14%
Market and industry research: Staying updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity to provide informed advice to clients and candidates.
1%DD
54%
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Sourcing candidates: Searching job boards, LinkedIn, and other databases to find potential candidates who match client job requirements. Includes reviewing resumes and initial screening of profiles.
25%DD
62%
Client relationship management: Building and maintaining relationships with hiring managers and HR teams to understand their hiring needs, providing updates on candidate pipelines, and negotiating terms of service.
deep expertisesocial element
21%AD
12%
Candidate screening and interviews: Conducting phone or video interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit. Includes evaluating soft skills and providing feedback to clients.
deep expertisesocial core
16%AD
9%
Coordinating interviews: Scheduling interviews between candidates and clients, managing logistics (e.g., interview times, locations, or virtual meeting links), and following up with both parties for feedback.
13%DD
71%
Job order intake: Meeting with clients to gather detailed job requirements, including role responsibilities, required qualifications, salary ranges, and company culture.
deep expertisesocial core
9%AD
13%
Market and industry research: Staying updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity to provide informed advice to clients and candidates.
7%DD
59%
Offer negotiation and placement: Facilitating salary and benefits negotiations between candidates and clients, extending job offers, and ensuring smooth onboarding for successful placements.
deep expertisesocial core
5%AD
14%
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Sourcing candidates: Searching job boards, LinkedIn, and other databases to find potential candidates who match client job requirements. Includes reviewing resumes and initial screening of profiles.
44%DD
85%
Offer negotiation and placement: Facilitating salary and benefits negotiations between candidates and clients, extending job offers, and ensuring smooth onboarding for successful placements.
deep expertisesocial core
16%AD
11%
Client relationship management: Building and maintaining relationships with hiring managers and HR teams to understand their hiring needs, providing updates on candidate pipelines, and negotiating terms of service.
deep expertisesocial core
15%AD
11%
Job order intake: Meeting with clients to gather detailed job requirements, including role responsibilities, required qualifications, salary ranges, and company culture.
deep expertisesocial core
10%AD
14%
Market and industry research: Staying updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity to provide informed advice to clients and candidates.
9%DD
67%
Coordinating interviews: Scheduling interviews between candidates and clients, managing logistics (e.g., interview times, locations, or virtual meeting links), and following up with both parties for feedback.
1%DD
74%
Candidate screening and interviews: Conducting phone or video interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit. Includes evaluating soft skills and providing feedback to clients.
deep expertisesocial core
1%AD
2%
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