The Search Agreement

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Our Search Approach to 1st Consultant Recruiters

At 1st Consultant Recruiters, we tailor our recruitment strategies to meet the unique needs of each role:

· Contingency Search: For lower-level positions, we operate on a contingency basis, our fee is only paid upon successful placement. This model ensures flexibility and performance-based results.

· Engagement-Based Retained Search: For C-suite and executive-level roles, we offer an “engagement” retained search model. This involves a modest upfront retainer to cover search-related expenses (e.g., research, technology, communication, and administrative support), with the remaining fee due upon successful placement.

This hybrid model allows us to conduct a thorough and strategic search for top-tier talent while maintaining strong incentives to deliver exceptional results. Our clients benefit from a committed, resource-backed search process that prioritizes quality and fit.

Compare 1st Consultant Recruiter method with Full Retainer

Full Retainer;

The search firm requires one-third of the estimated fee as an up-front retainer, with the remaining two thirds usually paid at thirty (30) day intervals during the search. Under the method, contractually the search firm is paid the full fee, even if they are unsuccessful in finding the candidate or if the search is cancelled for any reason.