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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Olathe, KS
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Pinnacle Staffing Group is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Located in Olathe, Kansas, the company was founded in 2016. Their team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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Established in 2001, NorTek Medical Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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DHR Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. They are headquartered in Houston, Texas and Houston, Texas and have small team. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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Kingwood Personnel, a small Staffing and Recruiting company, is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Idaho Falls, ID
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Extreme Staffing - Idaho Falls is a Staffing and Recruiting company located in Idaho Falls, Idaho. They focus on Staffing and Recruiting and were established in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Heyburn, ID
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Gem State Staffing, a Staffing and Recruiting company, was founded in 2001. The small team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boise, ID
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Established in 2011, Atlas Staffing - Boise is a small Boise, Idaho-based Staffing and Recruiting company. Their team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boise, ID
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ProPeople Staffing Services is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The company is based in Boise, Idaho. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Upland, CA
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Elite Healthcare Staffing LLC is an Upland, California-based Staffing and Recruiting company. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cicero, IL
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Established in 1993, Alternative Staffing, Inc is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Willowbrook, IL
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Premium Staffing, Inc. Is a Staffing and Recruiting company launched in 2006. The agency focuses on Staffing and Recruiting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Medestar is a small Staffing and Recruiting company. The team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Moreno Valley, CA
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Zymeda Provider Solutions is a small Staffing and Recruiting company. They specialize in Staffing and Recruiting and were launched in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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TKSRCH- Staffing Solutions is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The San Francisco, California-based company offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Bruno, CA
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ABA Search & Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. They are located in San Bruno, California. Their team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Established in 1981, Select Staff is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Richardson, TX
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Genesis Resources is a Recruiting and HR Consulting company. The team is located in Richardson, Texas, and their services include Recruiting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Deacon Recruiting is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, their small team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting. The firm was founded in 1994.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Advantex is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting, and the agency is headquartered in Irvine, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Small Staffing and Recruiting company Amarx Search Inc, is headquartered in San Diego, California. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Overland Park, KS
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Launched in 1989, SquadBuilders Medical Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Topeka, KS
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Key Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company based in Topeka, Kansas. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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Established in 2006, Scion Technical Staffing is a small Portland, Oregon-based Staffing and Recruiting company. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salem, OR
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Established in 1987, BDI Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The company specializes in Staffing and Recruiting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Medford, OR
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Confident Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Established in 2002, the team provides Staffing and Recruiting. The agency is in Medford, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Axis Employment Services is a Staffing and Recruiting company founded in 2001. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Launched in 1999, Accounting & Finance Professionals Inc. Is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The small team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Desert Medical Careers Inc, a Staffing and Recruiting company, is located in Phoenix, Arizona. They offer Staffing and Recruiting and were established in 1996.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Accounting & Finance Personnel, a Staffing and Recruiting company, was founded in 1991. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glendale, AZ
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All Quality Labor Inc is a small Staffing and Recruiting company based in Glendale, Arizona. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mesa, AZ
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Empower Technical Staffing, a small Staffing and Recruiting company, is located in Mesa, Arizona. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stamford, CT
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In Stamford, Connecticut, RightClick is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Founded in 2010, the team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milford, CT
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McInnis Inc., a Staffing and Recruiting company, was established in 1989. The small team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Palo Alto, CA
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Christine Mathews Consulting, Inc., a Staffing and Recruiting company, was established in 2005. The team offers Staffing and Recruiting and is based in Palo Alto, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Berlin, CT
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Perfect Fit Placement is a Staffing and Recruiting company located in Berlin, Connecticut. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Farmington, CT
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ITech Solutions, a Staffing and Recruiting company, is based in Farmington, Connecticut. The team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rocky Hill, CT
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Dental Works is a Staffing and Recruiting company launched in 2002. The company provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dayton, OH
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Crown Personnel Services, Inc. Is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, the company was launched in 1970. Their team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mayfield Heights, OH
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Established in 1974, Staffing Solutions Enterprises is a small Staffing and Recruiting company. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cheshire, CT
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Established in 1973, Hobson Associates is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting and is headquartered in Cheshire, Connecticut.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toledo, OH
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365 Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Their small team is headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fremont, CA
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Bay Area Health Care Staffing is a Fremont, California-based Staffing and Recruiting company. They provide Staffing and Recruiting and were established in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, SC
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Staffing and Recruiting company TRUE Group is based in Columbia, South Carolina. They provide Staffing and Recruiting and were established in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, SC
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Small Staffing and Recruiting company Roper Staffing, is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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Kings Staffing LLC, a small Staffing and Recruiting company, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Easley, SC
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RL Enterprise Recruiting & Staffing is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The company is in Easley, South Carolina. Their team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cincinnati, OH
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Aquarius Professional Staffing, a Staffing and Recruiting company, was launched in 2006. The team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greenville, SC
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Located in Greenville, South Carolina, Perceptive Recruiting is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Honolulu, HI
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Established in 1991, Staffing Solutions of Hawaii, a small Staffing and Recruiting company, is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. Their team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Parma Heights, OH
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Dental Dynamic Staffing is a small Staffing and Recruiting company based in Parma Heights, Ohio. Their services include Staffing 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
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$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
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$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
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$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
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$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
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$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
- Market-calibrated compensation guidance by metro and industry
- Faster scheduling and stakeholder coordination across your team
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
- Assess process – sourcing channels, screening rigor, DEI strategy, and interview logistics
- Validate quality – submittal-to-interview and interview-to-offer ratios, time-to-shortlist
- Confirm compliance – EEO/OFCCP knowledge, background checks, data privacy practices
- Align on terms – fee structure, guarantee length, replacement policy, and SLAs
Use Clutch to compare reviews, industry focus, and proven outcomes before shortlisting.
- 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.