Some Thoughts and Feelings 

Recruitment: Do It Yourself or Pay Hefty Fees? Could there be an effective middle ground? 

Recruitment, in my view, is one of the most crucial yet challenging aspects of business growth. 

Recently, I ran a poll asking:

“Would you prefer to learn how to recruit effectively yourself or pay recruitment fees?”

The results? 

A perfect 50/50 split!

Having said that, the majority who voted against learning yourself, worked within a recruitment agency so they were bound to say that. Where would they get their fees from?! 

But for businesses outside of recruitment, the decision isn’t always that simple.

For most businesses, recruitment is about finding the right fit—but the process can be overwhelming. Not only does it require time, but also access to the right tools, platforms, and techniques to attract and hire top talent effectively. Many businesses either don’t have the resources or don’t want to risk getting it wrong.

At the same time, paying hefty recruitment fees to agencies can feel like an unnecessary expense, especially for growing companies where cash flow is critical! 

The Middle Ground: URG’s Model

This is where Ultimate Recruitment Group (URG) comes in. Instead of choosing between DIY recruitment or paying expensive fees, we offer a flexible, outsourced internal recruitment function.

Here’s what makes our model different:

  • We Work Within Your Business – Unlike external agencies that simply send CVs, we embed ourselves into your company, getting to know your culture, values, and needs.
  • We even have an accredited Business Mentor who can support you with discovering your Employer Brand!.
  • Full Transparency – You can have as much oversight as you want. We’re an extension of your team, not a third-party agency working in the dark.
  • Expert Recruitment Strategies – We bring all the knowledge and techniques required for effective recruitment, so you don’t have to figure it out alone.
  • Access to Over 2,500 Job Boards – Instead of paying for expensive job postings, our clients benefit from our subscription model, which includes access to a vast recruitment network at no additional cost.
  • Cost-Effective & Scalable – No high placement fees or long-term contracts. Our model is designed to be affordable and adaptable as your business grows.

Why This Works for Growing Businesses

For businesses in growth mode, hiring the right people is critical, but so is managing budgets. Our approach allows companies to scale their recruitment efforts without being locked into costly contracts. You get all the benefits of an in-house recruitment function without the burden of building and managing it yourself.

So, if you’re stuck between learning to recruit yourself or paying hefty fees, there’s a better option. Work with us, and we’ll handle the heavy lifting while keeping you in control.

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