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Simple, Flexible Recruitment Fees
No hidden costs. No surprises. Choose the engagement model that fits your hiring needs — from contingency search to fully managed volume recruitment.
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Flexible Engagement Models
Our three engagement models determine how jobseekers are billed, which is why our two recruitment service engagement models incur a fee. In the first model, CIPE-HR is paid exclusively by the hiring employer.
Free Recruitment
For select roles and long-term client partnerships, CIPE operates on a fully contingency basis — meaning the employer pays nothing unless we successfully place a candidate. You benefit from the full search service at zero cost.
- Zero cost to you as a candidate
- Full search and shortlisting service included
- Suitable for mid-level professional roles
- No lock-in or exclusivity required
Milestone Payment Programme
Our milestone model spreads the employer's fee across key stages of the recruitment process — giving hiring organisations financial control while ensuring CIPE remains fully committed at every step of your placement.
- Employer fee split across defined milestones
- Typically structured in 2–3 staged payments
- Ideal for executive search and specialist roles
- Full transparency on deliverables at each stage
80% on Completion
Our most popular model for international and executive mandates. A small employer retainer confirms the engagement; 90% of the total fee is only due once you have accepted and started in the role — proving our commitment to your success.
- Only 20% employer retainer to begin the search
- 80% of fee payable on your successful placement
- Demonstrates our confidence in delivery
- Preferred for cross-border and C-suite searches
Join thousands of professionals placed internationally by CIPE-HR.
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Contingency Recruitment
You only pay when we successfully place a candidate. Ideal for standard professional and mid-level roles.
- Dedicated consultant assigned
- CV shortlist within 5 business days
- Interview coordination & scheduling
- Offer management & negotiation support
- Post-placement follow-up at 30 & 90 days
- GDPR-compliant candidate processing
Retained Executive Search
A structured, confidential search for leadership and executive appointments. Fees split across three milestones.
- Exclusive dedicated search team
- Full market mapping & competitor analysis
- Confidential outreach to passive candidates
- Psychometric & competency assessments
- Detailed candidate dossiers
- Board-level presentation of shortlist
- Reference & background verification
- Onboarding support for 6 months
Contract & Interim Staffing
Rapid deployment of contract professionals for project-based, interim, or seasonal workforce needs.
- Candidates available within 48–72 hours
- Full payroll & compliance management
- IR35 / local tax compliance handled
- Flexible contract extensions
- Timesheet management portal
- Dedicated account manager
Volume & RPO Hiring
Fully managed recruitment process outsourcing for large-scale hiring campaigns across multiple locations.
- Embedded CIPE-HR recruiter on-site option
- Branded candidate attraction campaigns
- ATS integration & reporting dashboard
- Bulk assessment & screening centres
- Offer & onboarding coordination
- Monthly MI reporting & analytics
- Dedicated programme manager
Retained Search — Milestone Payment Schedule
Our retained executive search fee is structured across three clear milestones, ensuring aligned commitment from both parties.
Paid on signing of the search assignment. Covers market mapping, role briefing, and initial candidate outreach.
Paid when a qualified shortlist of 3–5 candidates is formally presented to the client.
Final payment on the candidate's confirmed start date. Triggers the 6-month replacement guarantee.
Our Placement Guarantees
Every placement comes with a free replacement guarantee. If a candidate leaves or is let go within the guarantee period, we re-recruit at no additional fee.
Accepted Payment Methods
We accept all major payment methods to make invoicing seamless across our international client base.
Pricing FAQs
Not Sure Which Model Fits?
Speak to one of our consultants. We'll recommend the right engagement model for your hiring needs and provide a tailored fee proposal.