Abstract
This paper adopts a conceptual approach drawing on economic theory to analyze the causes and effects of opportunism in the recruitment industry. The paper finds that the main drivers of opportunism in this industry are economic growth and low unemployment leading to skills shortages, ageing population leading to a decrease in the total number of workers and the imposition of preferred supplier and managed service agreements on client firm managers. The main effects of opportunism are non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract and relationship and partnership dissatisfaction. This article will help managers and consultants working in the recruitment industry to understand the underlying causes of partnership dissatisfaction in their industry.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | BAM 2008 conference proceedings |
| Subtitle of host publication | the academy goes relevant |
| Editors | Leonard Holmes |
| Publisher | British Academy of Management (BAM) |
| Pages | 1-23 |
| Number of pages | 23 |
| Publication status | Published - 2008 |
| Event | British Academy of Management Conference - Harrogate, UK Duration: 9 Sept 2008 → 11 Sept 2008 |
Conference
| Conference | British Academy of Management Conference |
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| City | Harrogate, UK |
| Period | 9/09/08 → 11/09/08 |