Is There a Cheaper Alternative to Recruitment Agencies?
- Keith O'Loughlin
- Nov 28, 2024
- 2 min read
Hiring the right talent is one of the most important tasks for any business, but it often comes at a high cost—especially when using traditional recruitment agencies. With fees ranging from 15% to 28% of a candidate’s annual salary, recruitment agencies can quickly drain your hiring budget. For a €50,000 role, you could be paying upwards of €12,500 in fees.
So, is there a cheaper alternative to recruitment agencies? The answer is yes—and it’s called Recruitment as a Service (RaaS).
Why Traditional Recruitment Agencies Are So Expensive
Recruitment agencies charge high fees for several reasons:
Contingent Payment Models: Agencies take on the risk of only getting paid if they successfully place a candidate, leading to higher fees to offset that risk.
Percentage-Based Fees: The more you pay your new hire, the more the agency earns, incentivising higher salary negotiations.
Overheads: Large agencies have significant operational costs that are passed on to clients.
For many businesses, especially small to medium-sized enterprises, these fees can be hard to justify.
Introducing RaaS: A Cheaper, Smarter Alternative
Recruitment as a Service (RaaS) offers an innovative, cost-effective solution for businesses looking to hire without breaking the bank. Unlike traditional agencies, RaaS operates on a flat-fee model, offering transparency and predictability in pricing.
Here’s how it works:
Fixed Fee: For a flat fee of €3,500 per role, you get the services of an experienced recruiter without worrying about percentage-based fees.
Comprehensive Support: RaaS handles everything—advertising, sourcing, screening, and conducting first-round interviews.
Tailored to Your Needs: We work closely with your hiring manager to understand the ideal candidate profile, ensuring quality and alignment.
No Hidden Costs: Whether the salary is €30,000 or €70,000, the fee stays the same.
RaaS isn’t just affordable—it’s designed to deliver the same, if not better, results as traditional recruitment agencies at a fraction of the cost.
Why Choose RaaS Over a Recruitment Agency?
Cost Savings: Save thousands on recruitment fees. For example, hiring for a €50,000 role with RaaS costs just €3,500 compared to €
12,500+ with an agency.
Transparency: With a flat fee, you know exactly what you’re paying upfront—no surprises.
Efficiency: Get pre-screened, top-quality candidates delivered quickly, ready for final interviews.
Quality: We focus on finding the best talent, not negotiating higher salaries to increase fees.
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to traditional recruitment agencies, RaaS is the solution. It offers the same expertise and results without the hefty price tag, helping businesses save money and hire smarter.
💡 Want to learn more about how RaaS can work for your business? Contact us today at keith@landyourjob.io or visit our website to explore how we can transform your recruitment process and save you thousands.
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