Committed Search
Committed Search. When you commit, so do we.
A lower fee, a longer guarantee and first call on our time, in return for an upfront commitment to the search.
Mutual commitment
You commit to
- An engagement fee of 20% of the expected fee, which is part of the total fee, not on top.
- Exclusivity on the role for 12 weeks.
- Feedback on candidates within 2 working days.
We commit to
- A reduced fee of 20% of base salary, against 25–30% for contingent.
- Dedicated search priority, with protected time on your search every week.
- An extended market map of the movers and shakers in your market, beyond the shortlist.
- A 16-week free replacement guarantee, against 9 weeks for contingent.
Committed vs Contingent
| Term | Committed | Contingent |
|---|---|---|
| Fee | 20% of base | 25–30% of base |
| Upfront | 20% of the fee, credited against it | None |
| Replacement guarantee | 16 weeks | 9 weeks |
| Search priority | Dedicated | Shared |
| Market map | Included | Not included |
| Exclusivity | Yes | No |
Fee calculator
See what Committed Search costs, and saves.
£40,000£250,000
- Contingent fee (25–30% of base)
- £20,000–£24,000
- Committed fee (20%)
- £16,000
- Paid on engagement (20%)
- £3,200
- Paid on start
- £12,800
- Replacement cover
- 9 vs 16 weeks
You save
£4,000–£8,000
Illustrative. Fees are calculated on base salary. Full terms in our Terms of Business.
Start a committed searchHow it works
- Step 01
Commit
You brief us and pay the 20% engagement fee.
- Step 02
Search
We run a priority headhunt and deliver your market map and shortlist.
- Step 03
Hire
The balance is invoiced on the start date, with 16 weeks' replacement cover.
When to use it
- Critical or senior commercial hires
- Confidential replacements
- Entering a new market, for example launching in New York demand response
- Scarce specialist profiles
Other ways to work with us
Contingent search
25–30%, 9-week guarantee, paid on start.
Team builds
For several hires: a monthly retainer plus a reduced success fee, terms on request.
FAQ
Questions clients ask.
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