Hire With Near

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director, People Operations of a shipping company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We help people Ship Smarter!

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• Top Candidates
• Streamlined process

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

Other

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We had several roles open for Developers and Solutions Architects and we were looking specifically for off or near-shore.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

They were able to screen and find us great candidates to interview and then eventually hire.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Oh yes! Their project management organization helped us streamline and know exactly where things were. They help our in house recruiter get amazing candidates that she could schedule interviews with for our teams, with details of resume and other info, but also location and salary for easy access. They responded wtih suggestions when needed and it has turned into a great partnership.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their team had depth. There were a lot of recruiters working to find the best candidates.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

We had to negotiate on fees at first, since they like to be the only one sourcing candidates and for that there is a lower fee, but we already had the search out with other firms. At the end of the day, we found a win-win scenario.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the President of Keto Chow

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We make a sugar-free electrolyte drink mix

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

I needed to fill a specific role in the org (full-time accountant to be specific) that I didn't really have the bandwidth to take on, Hire with Near conducted interviews with me to get the criteria for the role and then found the candidates.

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

YouTube video

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

They took a managed approach to identifying all of the requirements we had for the role and then presenting us with a short list of candidates to review. Once we decided on a candidate to hire, they are acting rather like a temp position staffing company where they send us an invoice and we pay it. All of the background stuff and International stuff is handled by them.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

They made the whole process very easy and waled us through everything. I suppose having clear requirements upfront is good, though they'll get those established via a few web meetings anyway.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

We had several emails, as well as several meetings where they refined what we needed in the candidates. Process actually went extremely quickly.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They do charge a recurring fee that you'll be paying for the entire time you are working with one of their placed people... unless you opt to "buy out" the contract, which amounts to paying for the fee for a year. It gave me pause because I thought you had to make that decision up front and hope the person works out if you want to pay the fee upfront. Turns out you can go a few months and then do the "buy out" - problem solved.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

A little more transpareny on the placement fees would be good but I found that info searching for reviews.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Performance Creative of Native Pet

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Native Pet creates clean, vet-formulated supplements for dogs designed to support everyday health through simple, high-quality ingredients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• To hire a strategic Creative Strategist who could own our creative testing roadmap and elevate performance-driven thinking.
• To hire a strong Video Editor who could execute high-quality, conversion-focused creative at scale

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We partnered with Hire With Near to source, vet, and place two full-time creative hires: a Creative Strategist and a Video Editor. The scope included candidate sourcing, initial screening, coordination of interviews, reference checks, and offer support.

Key deliverables included:

• A curated shortlist of pre-vetted, highly aligned candidates for each role
• Ongoing communication and coordination throughout multiple interview rounds
• Support in managing candidate expectations and timelines
• Reference checks for final candidates
• Assistance through the offer stage to ensure a smooth close

The engagement ultimately resulted in two successful hires, both aligned with our performance standards and growth goals.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Successfully hired two full-time creative team members (Creative Strategist and Video Editor).
• Reduced time-to-hire by receiving vetted, interview-ready candidates quickly.
• Filled both roles within budget while maintaining a high quality bar.
• Improved team capacity and ownership across creative strategy and execution to support ongoing growth.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Their project management was organized, proactive, and highly communicative throughout the entire process. Candidates were delivered on time, timelines were clearly outlined, and they consistently followed up to keep things moving without being pushy.

They were very responsive to our needs, open to feedback, and quick to adjust when we refined role requirements or assessment scope. The process felt collaborative and well-managed from sourcing through offer stage, which made it easy to move efficiently and confidently.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out most was the combination of candidate quality and true partnership. They didn’t just send volume — they sent thoughtfully vetted, well-aligned candidates who clearly matched the strategic level we were hiring for.

It also felt less transactional and more collaborative than other recruiting experiences I’ve had. They were responsive, adaptable, and genuinely invested in helping us make the right long-term hires — which ultimately led to two strong additions to our team.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

Honestly, there isn’t much I would point to as a downside. If anything, aligning on scope and time expectations for candidate assessments required a bit of back-and-forth — but that was collaborative and ultimately helped ensure we were evaluating candidates fairly.

Overall, the experience was smooth, communicative, and well-managed, and I felt supported throughout the process.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of an accounting and advisory firm

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a fully remote boutique accounting and advisory firm specializing in bookkeeping, accounting, tax compliance, and fractional CFO services.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• Find an experienced and high performing accounting staff person to assist in delivering accurate, timely and high-quality services to our clients.

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

Referral

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Hire With Near was responsible for vetting candidates that fit the job description and spearheading the recruiting search. The deliverables were first to provide batches of candidate written and video resumes, to coordinate subsequent interviews and to assist with the final hiring and contract negotiations.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Hire With Near provided such competent candidate matches that my company successfully hired a candidate less than 2 weeks into the search.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They were extremely responsive and efficient.  As I mentioned in a previous section, we successfully found a great candidate and hired them only 2 weeks into our search.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their talent pool and the candidates they brought forward were extremely qualified and matched perfectly with my needs.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

None!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Partner, Marketing of Mavka Capital

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Investment banking. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• Hire Marketing Manager
• Be involved only in major decisions
• Save time

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

Referral

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

Good value for cost

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Engage Hire with Near to source, vet, and onboard a qualified marketing manager for Mavka Capital who can contribute immediately to the organization’s marketing strategy and execution. The key deliverables include candidate sourcing and screening,. 
With Hire with Near identifying and pre-vetting experienced marketing manager candidates from their Latin American talent pool and presenting multiple qualified options within 2 weeks; candidate interviews and selection, where Hire with Near coordinates initial screening interviews while Mavka Capital conducts final interviews and makes the hiring decision; background verification and compliance, ensuring all regulatory and compliance requirements are met for international hiring.
The project timeline spans approximately five weeks, with candidate sourcing and screening in weeks 1-2, final interviews and decision in week 3-4, and the employee starting in week 5 with ongoing Hire with Near support. Success is measured by completing the hiring within the agreed timeline, ensuring the marketing manager is fully productive within the first 30 days, meeting all compliance and administrative requirements, and achieving seamless integration with the Mavka Capital team.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The engagement with Hire with Near delivered several quantifiable results that demonstrate clear success: we reduced our time-to-hire from an average of 90+ days (typical for traditional US-based recruiting) to just 30 days from initial contact to offer acceptance. 
We interviewed 2 pre-vetted, high-quality candidates instead of sifting through dozens of unqualified applicants; our marketing manager was fully onboarded and productive within 3 weeks of starting, contributing to campaign strategy and execution immediately,
We eliminated approximately 40 hours of internal administrative work related to international payroll setup, compliance research, and benefits coordination; and we achieved a 60% cost savings compared to hiring a comparable US-based marketing manager at market rate, while maintaining the same level of expertise and output. 
Additionally, our new hire has maintained 100% attendance and engagement since starting, and has already launched successful marketing campaigns within the first 60 days, validating the quality of talent Hire with Near delivered.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Hire with Near’s project management was excellent throughout the entire engagement. They delivered on every milestone ahead of or on schedule—we received our first batch of qualified candidates within 10 days, faster than the 2-week window they initially quoted. Communication was seamless, with our dedicated account manager providing regular updates via email and scheduling check-in calls at key stages of the process without us having to chase them down. 
When we requested adjustments to the candidate profile midway through the search—specifically asking for stronger experience in digital marketing and paid media—they pivoted quickly and had revised candidates in front of us within 48 hours. They were highly responsive to our needs, typically replying to emails within a few hours and making themselves available for calls on short notice when we had questions about compliance or onboarding logistics. 
The handoff from recruiting to onboarding was smooth, with clear documentation and a structured timeline that kept everyone aligned. Overall, their project management felt organized, proactive, and genuinely client-focused, which made the entire experience feel low-stress and efficient.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What I found most impressive about Hire with Near was how they combined speed with quality without sacrificing either. Many recruiting services can move fast but send you mediocre candidates, or they deliver great talent but take months to do it—Near managed to do both exceptionally well. 
The pre-vetting process was truly rigorous; every candidate we interviewed was polished, experienced, and ready to contribute from day one, which told me they weren’t just matching keywords on resumes but genuinely evaluating fit and capability. What made them unique was the all-in-one model—they didn’t just find us a candidate and disappear. 
They handled the entire employment lifecycle including payroll, benefits, and compliance, which removed a massive burden we would have otherwise had to figure out on our own for international hiring. Their deep focus on Latin American talent specifically gave them an edge over generalist platforms; they understood the market, knew where to find top-tier professionals, and could speak to the nuances of nearshore hiring in a way that felt genuinely expert rather than scripted.
The combination of white-glove service, specialized expertise, and end-to-end support is rare, and it’s what set them apart from other options we considered.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

While our overall experience was very positive, there are a few areas where Hire with Near could enhance their offering. For companies like ours that may look to make multiple hires in the future, volume pricing or package deals would be a welcome option to make scaling more cost-effective.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the HR Specialist of a consumer products company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a trusted partner, transforming natural consumer brands that help consumers lead a healthy and active life.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• Hire across all portfolio companies

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

• Online Search
• Other

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Near serves as a nearshore recruiting partner to support talent acquisition across our portfolio of companies. Their team worked closely with internal stakeholders and hiring managers across a diverse set of departments—including Finance, Sales Strategy, Marketing, and Operations—to identify, source, and present high-quality candidates for both technical and non-technical roles.

Their support extended across the entire recruiting lifecycle, from intake calls to candidate sourcing, screening, coordination, and feedback collection. Near operated as an extension of our internal talent team, adapting to the unique needs, processes, and cultures of each portfolio company.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The partnership with Near yielded several quantifiable outcomes that directly contributed to the success of our recruiting efforts across portfolio companies. Their support improved hiring velocity, enhanced candidate quality, and provided much-needed scalability to our internal talent function.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Near demonstrated strong project management capabilities throughout the engagement. Their team operated with professionalism, consistency, and clear communication, which helped ensure a smooth and effective recruiting process across multiple business units and portfolio companies.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most about Near was their ability to operate as a true extension of our internal team across a diverse set of portfolio companies and hiring needs. Unlike traditional recruiting partners, they took the time to deeply understand not only the role requirements but also the culture, pace, and expectations of each business they supported.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

Nothing to note at this time. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the Director of Operations & People at OneVision Resources. We offer service solutions for CI professionals, helping integrators improve client experiences, achieve work-life balance, and generate recurring revenue by streamlining service operations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Hire With NEAR?

We were exploring the idea of hiring globally for the first time. To do so, we wanted an agency that we could trust and which had the right experience to rely upon and support us in this project.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Hire With NEAR has helped us hire for four different roles. The Near team handles the initial sourcing, outreach, and screening of candidates. They then hand over the candidates to us for further interviews. We’re responsible for the final interview stage, hiring, and onboarding.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 2–5 different teammates from Hire With NEAR.

How did you come to work with Hire With NEAR?

We found Near through an online search. We did a lot of interviews with Hire With NEAR and talked to their referrals. We felt really good about partnering with them to help us explore the idea of expanding our hires into nearshore hiring.

How much have you invested with them?

So far, we’ve spent $50,000–$199,999.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in November 2024, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Our measure of success with Hire With NEAR is the number of successful hires they’ve referred to us. We’ve been very happy with the results; so far, we’ve made 25+ successful hires through them.

How did Hire With NEAR perform from a project management standpoint?

We primarily communicate via email and messaging apps, and occasionally do Zoom calls together as needed. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Hire With NEAR is willing to work with us and modify or customize our hiring techniques and processes as necessary. They also have a high-caliber team who are very good at their jobs. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there aren’t any.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the Head of Business Development of an ecommerce company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Dog Food

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• Recruitment

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

Referral

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Business Development Associate to scale partnerships channel 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We've just hired the individual so do not have further details at this time. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They started in April so I'm yet to evaluate but they seem promising 

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Everyone is very prompt, amiable, and organized 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

NA

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of a restaurant software company. We develop software for restaurants.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Hire With Near?

We needed to hire an onboarding specialist.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Hire With Near has helped us find our most recent employee to help with customer success. The team has handled the entire recruitment process, including sourcing candidates, screening, and interviews.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 2–5 teammates from Hire With Near.

How did you come to work with Hire With Near?

We found them through an online search. We chose them over other options because they offered good value for the cost.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in March 2026, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We’ve received five qualified candidates, and we’ve hired someone using Hire With Near.

How did Hire With Near perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re highly communicative and deliver on time. We primarily communicate through virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The speed of results is impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing they need to improve.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the VP, Creative of an advertising & marketing company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a growth-focused digital commerce company that helps brands scale across online marketplaces and channels.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hire With Near to accomplish?

• Strengthen our content and design capabilities to better support ongoing projects and growth

SOLUTION

How did you find Hire With Near?

Other

Why did you select Hire With Near over others?

• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hire With Near were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The scope of work focused on helping us identify and source qualified candidates to support our growing content and design needs. Key deliverables included candidate sourcing, screening support, and building a strong pipeline aligned with our requirements.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Increased team capacity through successful hires, allowing us to scale content and design output more efficiently.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They demonstrated strong project management, consistently delivering on time, communicating clearly, and quickly adapting to our evolving needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Hire With Near?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their flexibility, speed, and ability to quickly pivot in response to changing needs were particularly impressive and set them apart.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hire With Near could have done differently?

Very positive experience so far - continued focus on upfront alignement around candidate fit and availability is great.