Top Recruiting Firms in the United States
Hiring in the U.S. moves fast — from New York’s finance sector and Boston’s life sciences to Silicon Valley tech, Austin startups, Chicago manufacturing, and government contractors around DC. The right recruiting partner helps you compete for in-demand talent, accelerate time-to-hire, and reduce attrition.
Clutch makes it easier to choose confidently: explore verified reviews, case studies, service focus, and industry expertise for top U.S. staffing agencies, executive search firms, and RPO providers. Use filters to sort by budget, firm size, specialty (technical, sales, healthcare, cleared roles), and location or remote coverage. Shortlist partners with proven results and strong candidate experience to protect your employer brand and hiring velocity. Start with these directories:
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 9 projectsWexpand is a recruitment services company specializing in staffing, headhunting, and talent acquisition. They consistently receive positive feedback, with praise for their cultural alignment, cost-effectiveness, and speed, achieving recruitment within tight timelines (e.g., 3-4 weeks). Approximately 100% of reviewers highlight Wexpand's excellent project management and customer-oriented approach, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 38 projectsDevsData Tech Talent LLC is a distinguished recruitment and software development company specializing in Talent Acquisition and Workforce Solutions, with expertise in AI and Big Data. Reviews reflect a 100% satisfaction rate, highlighting their effective staffing services, meticulous project management, and ability to exceed expectations through personalized, strategic recruitment. Clients consistently praise their responsiveness and tailored approach to hiring needs.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 24 projectsGritHR Solutions is a comprehensive HR and recruitment services provider that excels in staffing, headhunting, and talent acquisition. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients consistently praise their strategic integration, responsiveness, and transformative impact on HR operations. Many reviews highlight their ability to effectively manage compliance, streamline HR functions, and enhance workforce solutions, making them an invaluable partner for diverse organizational needs.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 17 projectsWinged IT is a recruitment services company specializing in staffing solutions and talent acquisition in the IT sector. The company is highly regarded for its professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to meet client requirements, with 100% of reviewers praising their recruitment effectiveness. Winged IT consistently provides high-quality candidates and flexible workforce solutions, making them a valuable partner in projects across various European markets.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Job Force Staffing is a small HR Consulting company in Charlotte, North Carolina. The team focuses on HR Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Roseville, MI
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Optimum Workforce Solutions, Inc. Is a Corporate Training & Coaching company established in 2006. The team provides Corporate Training & Coaching and Recruiting and is in Roseville, Michigan.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 23 projectsRemote Team Solutions is a recruitment services company specializing in staffing solutions, talent acquisition, and workforce solutions. The company has received consistently positive feedback, with clients praising their professionalism, cultural alignment, and ability to exceed expectations. Reviewers highlighted their impressive 100% success rate in sourcing qualified candidates and improving client metrics like profitability and employee retention.
$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 22 projects#twiceasnice Recruiting is a recruitment services company, specializing in talent sourcing and staffing solutions. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their exceptional responsiveness, cultural alignment, and cost-effective recruitment practices. Clients consistently praise their ability to deliver top-quality candidates tailored to specific needs, reducing hiring timelines and improving recruitment efficiency.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 2 projectsABP Solutions is a comprehensive HR and financial services provider specializing in strategic workforce planning, HR compliance, payroll, and financial management. Their reviews reflect 100% satisfaction with their responsiveness and quality, highlighting significant improvements in areas such as HR compliance understanding and employee engagement. Clients commend their professionalism and ability to align with business objectives, with no noted areas for improvement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Haddonfield, NJ
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Focus Talent & Promotions is a small Haddonfield, New Jersey-based Event Marketing company. The team focuses on Event Marketing and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Haverhill, MA
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Iconstaff is a Staffing company. The Haverhill, Massachusetts-based company was founded in 1997. Their team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Owings Mills, MD
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NIKAM Innovative Solutions is a Business Consulting company. Established in 2014, the agency is headquartered in Owings Mills, Maryland. Their services include Business Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pflugerville, TX
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BOWMAN RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS LLC is a Staffing company. They are headquartered in Pflugerville, Texas and have small team. Their team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Miami, FL
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The Archangel Group LLC is a Business Consulting company. Established in 2018, the firm is headquartered in North Miami, Florida. Their services include Business Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Davie, FL
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GREGOIMEX COMMUNICATIONS LLC is a small Business Consulting company. They provide Business Consulting and Staffing and were launched in 1974.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Small HR Consulting company InterimExecs, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include HR Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waldwick, NJ
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The Jovanis Group is a HR Consulting company. The small Waldwick, New Jersey-based team specializes in HR Consulting and Staffing. The company was launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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GET Hire Staffing is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Their services include Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Moss Point, MS
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ARTISAN GLOBAL LLC is a Business Consulting company. They were founded in 2012 and focus on Business Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbia, SC
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The DESA Group, Inc is a HR Consulting company. The team is in Columbia, South Carolina, and their services include HR Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Douglasville, GA
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Chappella Group, LLC is a video production company. They were established in 2017, and their services include Video Production and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Weston, FL
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HR Consulting company HRS Consulting, Inc. Offers HR Consulting and Staffing. They were founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton Township, NJ
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Ideal Recruiters is a Staffing company established in 2021. The team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Operant Consulting is a Commercial Financing company. They specialize in Commercial Financing and Executive Search and were established in 2002. The company is in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danby, VT
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Kestrel Construction Recruitment is a small Danby, Vermont-based Staffing company. Their services include Staffing and Executive Search.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danby, VT
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In Danby, Vermont, Osprey Technical Recruitment is a Staffing company. They specialize in Staffing and Executive Search.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danby, VT
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Falcon Hospitality Recruitment is a Staffing company. The Danby, Vermont-based firm was established in 2016. Their team provides Staffing and Executive Search.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danby, VT
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Founded in 2018, Sparrow Healthcare Recruitment , a small Staffing company, is in Danby, Vermont. Their team offers Staffing and Executive Search.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carlsbad, CA
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Rincon Talent Group is a Staffing company. The Carlsbad, California-based team offers Staffing and Executive Search.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Symmetry Resource Partners, LLC is a Recruitment Process Outsourcing company. The agency is located in Fort Worth, Texas. Their services include Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Keep It up Joneses Corp. Is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. The team specializes in Corporate Training & Coaching and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Harris CMO Partners is a branding company. In Franklin, Tennessee, the team provides Branding and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHouston, TX
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Cox Innovations, LLC is a Recruiting company. Established in 2017, their team provides Recruiting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mountain View, CA
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Founded in 1989, Staffing Industry Analysts is a Staffing company. The team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Mateo, CA
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The Mice Groups, Inc. Is a small Accounting company established in 2001. Their services include Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Torrance, CA
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Translation company HONYAKU USA INC. Is headquartered in Torrance, California. Founded in 2013, the team provides Translation and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charleston, WV
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Elite Coal Services, LLC is a HR Consulting company. Their team is based in Charleston, West Virginia and specializes in HR Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gloucester, MA
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Clear Point Consultants, an user experience company, was launched in 1989. The small team focuses on UX/UI Design and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Billings, MT
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Located in Billings, Montana, Advanced Employment is a HR Consulting company. They provide HR Consulting and Staffing and were founded in 1996.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Landover, MD
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See all 1 projectsThe HR Source specializes in staffing, headhunting, and talent acquisition, focusing on recruiting for HR roles. Reviews indicate significant issues with management, communication, and employee retention, with many citing poor job security, lack of training, and unrealistic performance expectations. Overall, feedback suggests a challenging work environment with minimal support and high turnover.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Waukegan, IL
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Strategic Talent International is a HR Consulting company founded in 2011. The team provides HR Consulting and Staffing and is located in Waukegan, Illinois.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carson, CA
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HUMAN POTENTIAL CONSULTANTS LLC is a Corporate Training & Coaching company established in 1997. Their team focuses on Corporate Training & Coaching and HR Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MD
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Leneer Data Assurance Solutions, Inc. Is a Cybersecurity company. Their team is based in Columbia, Maryland and offers Cybersecurity and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Costa Mesa, CA
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Sterling Search, Inc. Is an Executive Search company. Founded in 2002, the agency focuses on Executive Search and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Elk Grove Village, IL
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Launched in 2018, HirexHire, Inc. Is a HR Outsourcing company. The team provides HR Outsourcing and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Libertyville, IL
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HRBoost, LLC. Is a HR Consulting company. The Libertyville, Illinois-based agency was founded in 2010. Their services include HR Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Coatesville, PA
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Established in 2017, LoveMyJob is a Recruitment Process Outsourcing company. The team focuses on Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Executive Search and is located in Coatesville, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Axe Staffing & Recruiting is a small Business Consulting company. They provide Business Consulting and Staffing and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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Accounting company Grupo ZEU was founded in 2010. The agency provides Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Paramus, NJ
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Established in 2000, Silver Search, Inc. Is an user experience agency. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and IT managed services and is headquartered in Paramus, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Robot Insight Technologies, a Robotics Process Automation company, is in Dallas, Texas. They offer Robotics Process Automation and Artificial Intelligence and were established in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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IT managed services company YouWin Technologies is located in Portland, Oregon. They focus on IT managed services and Recruiting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Cheyenne, WY
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Located in Cheyenne, Wyoming and Amman, Jordan, Madama Group is an answering service company. Launched in 2020, the team specializes in Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Founded in 2016, Koda Staff is a Staffing company. The firm focuses on Staffing and Recruiting, and is small.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Collierville, TN
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IT staff augmentation company MRT Info Technologies Private Limited is headquartered in Hyderabad, India and Collierville, Tennessee. Their services include IT staff augmentation and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Edison, NJ
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IT America Inc is a cloud consulting & SI company. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in cloud consulting & SI and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Davenport, IA
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Established in 1989, Management Resource Group, LTD is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. Based in Davenport, Iowa, the team specializes in Corporate Training & Coaching and Recruiting.
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List of the Top 15 United States Recruitment Agencies
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Wakefield, MA
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34.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Recruiting25% Other -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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36/40.017.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
37% Recruiting63% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fargo, ND
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35.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Recruiting70% Other -
$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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36.6/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Ashburn, VA
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32.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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35.9/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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35.8/40.018.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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31.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Recruiting30% Other -
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Oviedo, FL
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Schaumburg, IL
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30.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Irvine, CA
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31.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Piney Flats, TN
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33.8/40.018/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Menlo Park, CA
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30.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Boston, MA
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29/40.019/20 Reviews1/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Itasca, IL
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28.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.4/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
85% Recruiting15% Other -
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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29.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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31.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Joplin, MO
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29.2/40.015/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Duluth, GA
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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26.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.5/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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30.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stonington, CT
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26.6/40.017/20 Reviews3.9/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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29.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Charlotte, NC
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26.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.6/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Saint Paul, MN
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28.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Locust Grove, VA
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30/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pearland, TX
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27.1/40.014.6/20 Reviews4.7/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
35% Recruiting65% Other
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U.S.-based agencies understand local labor laws, pay transparency rules (e.g., in CA, NY, CO), and compliance frameworks like EEO and OFCCP for federal contractors. They’re also aligned with U.S. time zones and market expectations around benefits, background checks, and candidate experience. For hard-to-fill roles, a domestic partner brings:
- Immediate access to U.S. talent networks and passive candidates
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Pricing varies due to factors like model and role seniority. According to data gathered by Clutch, most U.S.-based recruiting firms charge:
- Contingency search: typically 18%–25% of first-year base salary; 25%–30% for niche roles
- Retained/executive search: often 30%–35% of first-year total cash comp, paid in milestones; retainers commonly $30,000 – $100,000+
- RPO (recruitment process outsourcing): monthly or per-hire pricing; small programs can start around $10,000 – $25,000 per month and scale with requisition volume
- Hourly/contract recruiters: about $85 – $200 per hour based on specialty and market Ask about guarantee periods (e.g., 60–90 days), replacement terms, and whether fees are based on base salary or total compensation.
The U.S. market is broad and specialized. It’s easy to find dedicated recruiting firms supporting sectors and niches like:
- Technology and product – software engineering, data, product, security, DevOps
- Healthcare and life sciences – clinical roles, biotech R&D, medtech, revenue cycle
- Financial services and fintech – front/middle/back office, quant, compliance, risk
- Manufacturing and supply chain – plant leadership, quality, EHS, procurement, logistics
- Government and defense – cleared roles, IT, cyber, program management
- Professional services and sales – consulting, account management, BDR/AE leadership
- Media and consumer – marketing, creative, e-commerce, retail operations
Start by assessing their fit by role type and hiring model. Follow these six crucial steps:
- Define needs – volume hiring vs. niche executive roles vs. project-based spikes
- Check specialization – ask for recent, similar placements and sample candidate profiles
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- Vague sourcing plans or “resume slinging” without true screening
- Unrealistic guarantees (e.g., exact time-to-hire for niche roles) or no replacement terms
- No recent, role-relevant references or weak understanding of your tech stack/market
- Pushy exclusivity without clear value or dedicated resources
- Poor metrics transparency (can’t share submittal, interview, or offer ratios)
- Bait-and-switch staffing (senior seller, junior delivery) and limited communication cadence
Don’t ignore these red flags just because the vendor offers exciting rates or promises. Be objective and do your due diligence when hiring the right recruiting partner.