Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

private-employer

noun

/ˈpraɪvɪt ɪmˈplɔɪər/

Definition

A private employer is an individual or organization that hires employees and is not operated by the government.

Examples

The software company is a private employer with over 500 employees.
As a private employer, they offer competitive salaries and benefits to attract talent.
Many workers prefer private employers for the potential for career advancement.

Meaning

The term refers to any company or business that recruits staff to work in various capacities or roles, and whose operations and funding come from private resources rather than public funds.