That their first step is not ethical.
I wonder why there was no hint at anytime, when I was first called by a person from Houston office and in our subsequent emails and meetings, except at the end of the last meeting, that Chandler Hill Partners take upfront fee for finding a employer for the client. The hint could save time of the potential client and of Chandler Hill Partners. I am sure Chandler Hill Partners know what they are doing! I will be happy to pay the fees only after I join a job through Chandler Hill Partners and if my new employer does not pay for your fees.
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