Pricing
Transparent fees.
Boardroom-grade clarity.
Compare three retainer tiers calibrated to high-trust hiring realities, then model the true cost against traditional search in the live calculator below.
~60%
Lower cost per hire
5–9%
Capped placement fee
Zero
Hidden fees
Engagement Models
Three options. Zero guesswork.
Pick the engagement model that matches your hiring volume. Every tier holds the same standard of service.
Tier 1
Starter
For growth-stage teams building a leadership pipeline: a flexible entry tier for intermittent or fewer hires.
Monthly commitment
$2,500
Per placement fee
9%
of annual salary
- Up to 3 active roles
- Weekly shortlists
- Dedicated consultant
- 180-day guarantee
- Market intelligence brief
Tier 2
Growth
For digital-asset operators and PE-portfolio companies building a leadership team over 12–18 months. Best value for five or more hires annually.
Monthly commitment
$4,000
Per placement fee
5%
of annual salary
- Unlimited active roles
- Embedded talent partner
- Weekly hiring reviews
- Pipeline reporting
- Priority sourcing
Tier 3
Traditional Search
For mature funds, family offices, and offshore legal practices making a single, critical C-suite hire. Pay on placement, no retainer.
Monthly commitment
$0
Per placement fee
20%
of annual salary
- Single active mandate
- 180-day guarantee
- Standard contingency SLA
- Dedicated consultant
- Full calibration reports
Interactive Tool
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Most employers start to save with RaaS from ~3 hires per year onward.
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Everything you need to know about the fees.
- What does the retainer cover?
- The retainer covers embedded access: ongoing pipeline management, proactive sourcing, market intelligence, and weekly reporting. Placement fees are charged separately on successful hire.
- Can I cancel mid-engagement?
- Yes. RaaS includes a 6-month exit clause with written notice. Traditional Search has no ongoing commitment beyond the active mandate.
- Can I use you for a single hire without a retainer?
- Yes. Traditional Search is available for one-off, critical placements at a 20% success fee. No retainer required.
- How are placement fees calculated?
- Fees are a percentage of the placed candidate's first-year base salary. RaaS fees are capped; the specific cap is agreed during the calibration call.