Comments on: Executive Recruiting Fees

By: Syriaque Leonard

Syriaque Leonard — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:13:32 +0000

With the down economy and no relief in sight , I believe we all see a change in the ES firms do business.

By: Martin

Martin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:41:25 +0000

I’m surprised ES firms can still get away with charging 25%-30% in this economy. I would expect there to be some pressure on fees. Is that not the case?

By: Dave Smith

Dave Smith — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:42:04 +0000

Mr. Syriaque,

It’s a shame that we have such a bad rep as Executive Recruiters. I am sorry that your experience has been so poor with recruiting firms. We charge 30% on almost everything we do and I have had companies tell us we should charge lower fees for our service because individuals we bring can be found easily on the web.

By: The Patient Protector

The Patient Protector — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 20:24:32 +0000

Mr. Syriaque,
Thank you for the advise. I am currently conducting research into starting my own medical recruitment firm.
I am a Physician Assistant with 24 years of practice experience. My focus will be on national P.A. recruitment (and possibly staffing). I was searching for info. on professional recruitment fees when I found your blog.
It was a relief to read your comments about “flat fee” contingency agreements because that was in-tune with my plan. If I could get my foot in the door with a (low) flat fee and air of professional experience, I would have a chance to establish myself in this niche market.
If you have any more pearls of wisdom to share, I would greatly appreciate them.

Respectfully,

Mike Barber, PA-C