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Traditional agency model
The recruitment model you already know.
If you prefer the familiar approach — we source, screen, and present the right candidates, and you pay a fee when you make a successful hire. Simple, straightforward, and effective.
At a glance
Pricing model
Fee on successful placement
No placement, no fee
You only pay on success
Coverage
UK, Europe, Canada & USA
Hire types
Permanent & contract
Why choose us
Classic recruitment, done properly
We do everything a traditional agency does — but with more care, more expertise, and more focus on finding the right fit.
Thorough candidate screening
We don't just forward CVs. Every candidate is spoken to, screened, and assessed before they reach you — saving you hours of wasted interviews.
Active and passive sourcing
We reach beyond job boards — headhunting passive candidates who aren't actively looking but are the perfect fit for your role.
No placement, no fee
You only pay when you hire. There's no upfront cost, no retainer, and no risk if the role doesn't get filled.
Replacement guarantee
If a placed candidate doesn't work out within the agreed period, we'll find a replacement at no additional cost.
Market intelligence
We advise on salary benchmarks, candidate availability, and market conditions — so your offer is competitive from the start.
International reach
UK, Europe, Canada, USA — on-site, hybrid, or remote. We'll find the right person wherever they are.
How it works
Straightforward from start to hire
No jargon, no complexity — just a clear process that gets you the right person.
Brief and briefing
We take a full brief — the role, the team, the culture, and what a great candidate looks like to you. The more we know, the better we search.
Search and sourcing
We go to market — advertising, headhunting, database searching, and networking to find the best candidates, not just the available ones.
Screen and shortlist
Every candidate is interviewed by us first. We present only those who genuinely match your brief — typically a shortlist of 3–5 quality candidates.
Interviews and feedback
We coordinate interviews, provide preparation to candidates, and gather feedback from both sides throughout the process.
Offer and onboard
We manage the offer, negotiate if needed, and support the candidate through their notice period to make sure they arrive on day one.
What's included
Full role briefing and market advice
Active and passive candidate sourcing
Candidate screening and shortlisting
Shortlist presentation with profiles
Interview coordination and feedback
Offer management and negotiation
Notice period and onboarding support
Replacement guarantee
Sectors we cover
We recruit across every sector
Our recruiters have specialist experience across a wide range of industries — so your search is handled by someone who knows your market.
Thorough candidate screening
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Finance & Banking
Property & Construction
Retail & eCommerce
Professional Services
Sales & Marketing
Engineering & Manufacturing
Hiring more than one person?
If you need multiple hires, the embedded recruiter model almost always works out cheaper — one daily rate, unlimited placements. Many of our clients start with classic recruitment and switch once they see the savings.
Client stories
What our clients say
"We'd always used agencies. Master Recruiter introduced us to the embedded model and we haven't looked back — the savings were significant.
Sarah C.
HR Director, Tech company, London
"We wanted traditional agency recruitment but with someone who genuinely understood our business. That's exactly what we got — a proper briefing, strong candidates, and a smooth process from start to finish.
David W.
Operations Director, Manchester
"The executive search was discreet and thorough. Our new CFO was placed within eight weeks and is already exceeding expectations.
Rachel K.
CEO, Manufacturing, Leeds
Ready to start a search?
Tell us about the role and we'll get started. No obligation, no hard sell — just a conversation about who you need.
Other services
Explore other ways to work with us
Embedded recruiter
Your own dedicated recruiter, full-time, on a daily rate. Ideal for multiple hires.
Fixed price recruitment
Know exactly what you'll pay before we start. Flat-fee, no surprises.
Ad-hoc recruitment
One urgent hire, on demand. No retainer, no commitment.
Executive search
Research-led search for your most senior appointments.