employment agency

American  

noun

1. an agency that helps find jobs for persons seeking employment or assists employers in finding persons to fill positions that are open.

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employment agency British  

noun

1. a private firm whose business is placing people in jobs

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Etymology

Origin of employment agency

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

These were essentially private, unregulated employment agencies that connected workers to jobs.

From The Wall Street Journal

That practice helps “labor and employment agencies to more fully investigate worksite violations,” according to the department.

From Los Angeles Times

These centers act as a personal employment agency, offering free services to adults, dislocated workers, veterans, the homeless and reentry population.

From Los Angeles Times

Talent agencies are legally classed as “employment agencies” and so have to comply with the Employment Agencies Act 2003, which states payments must be made within 10 days of the money being received.

From BBC

AtWork! is a nonprofit, supported employment agency that empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to get good jobs, increase community connection and successfully transition to life after high school.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• recruiter