What Does a No Placement Fee Model Mean?
At Talentheads, we believe recruitment should prioritise people, not just profits. That is why we do things differently. We do not charge placement fees. It may sound unusual in the recruitment world, but this approach benefits our clients, candidates, and the team in ways traditional models simply cannot.
Focusing on Long Term Value Instead of Fees
Many recruitment agencies charge a percentage of a candidate’s first year salary. While this is common, it can create pressure to fill roles quickly and to push candidates through just to get it over the line rather than focusing on finding the right person.
By removing placement fees, our priority is clear: finding the right people for the right roles. We take the time to understand your business, culture, and values. Every hire we make is designed to stick, helping you retain talent, strengthen teams, and support long term business growth.
A no placement fee model also means a fixed, predictable cost that you can plan for. We are not working on commission, which allows us to give honest advice. We would never suggest increasing salaries unnecessarily because it does not benefit us in any way. The focus is entirely on your business needs and sustainable hires.
How Does It Work?
With Talentheads, clients buy our time, simple. Every business has unique needs, so we start by understanding exactly what you require. From there, we create a bespoke package or recommend the right amount of time to deliver the results you need.
This approach gives you full visibility, flexibility, and a recruitment solution tailored to your organisation. We work closely with your team, uncover pain points, and design a process that aligns with your priorities. We have the time that you don’t have to dedicate to recruitment, allowing you to spend time on the business growth!
Creating a Trusted Partnership Over Transactional Relationships
Without placement fees, our relationship with clients becomes a true partnership. We act as an extension of your team or alongside your existing talent acquisition function, identifying pain points and solving problems. We do not simply dip into an existing candidate pool. Every search starts from scratch.
This means all candidates we put forward have been carefully selected for the specific role in question. Often, multiple candidates are identified within the hours a client has purchased, giving you additional potential hires without extra cost. On top of that, we provide a completely bespoke talent map for each role, consisting of hundreds of candidates that are yours and yours alone.
We work closely with your team, offering insights on talent strategy, employer branding, and market trends. It is not about a transaction; it is about working together to achieve meaningful outcomes for your business.
Supporting Candidates and Company Culture
Our model benefits candidates as much as it benefits clients. By focusing on alignment and culture rather than just speed, candidates feel supported and respected throughout the process. Regular communication and updates ensure a positive experience and create a strong first impression of your brand.
The result? Employees who are motivated, engaged, and aligned with your values, and candidates who walk away feeling informed, valued, and confident in their decision to join your organisation.
Building Relationships That Last
Our approach is about long term relationships, not short-term wins. When you succeed, we succeed. By investing in these connections, we build trust and credibility that delivers stronger results every time.
Why We Believe in People First Recruitment
Recruitment is not about chasing fees or jobs. It’s about connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Our no placement fee model allows us to do exactly that. We deliver hires that add real value, enhance your culture, and support sustainable growth.
With transparency, bespoke talent mapping, and acting as an extension of your team, we make sure every hire is a strategic investment, not just a transaction. That’s why our clients trust us to not only find talent, but to help their businesses thrive.
Get in touch with our team today to find out how our no placement fee model could work for your business.
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