Published terms, next to the market
Market figures are from the firms in 123RFP that publish the same term, Q4 2026 edition.
Fee · % of first-year base salary
10% to 12% of first-year base salary
Light grey: middle half of published fees (19% to 29.5%). Dark grey: typical range (medians).
Source, as of Nov 2, 2026(opens in a new tab): "Placement fee equals 10% of the hired candidate’s first-year base salary."
Guarantee · months
3 months · More Than One Remedy
73.4% of published guarantees are 3 months or less (shaded). 21.5% are 6 months or more.
Source, as of Nov 2, 2026(opens in a new tab): "If the candidate leaves your organization within 90 days, we will replace them at no additional cost."
All published terms
Firm type
Staffing and Direct Hire
"Whether you need to quickly promote an open role or want a dedicated partner to find the perfect candidate, we offer flexible recruiting solutions designed to deliver results." · Source(opens in a new tab)
Fee model
Contingency
"With our 10% contingency recruiting fee, you gain proven talent while keeping hiring costs down. You only pay when you hire." · Source(opens in a new tab)
Minimum fee
Not published
Payment timing
We only get paid once your new employee starts.
"We only get paid once your new employee starts." · Source(opens in a new tab)
Guarantee conditions
Leaves employment for any reason within that period.
"If the candidate leaves employment for any reason within that period, we will find a new candidate or issue a full refund." · Source(opens in a new tab)
Exclusivity
Not stated
Publishes results
Not stated
Specialties
Law Enforcement Professionals; Other First Responders; Military Veterans; Corporate Security; Risk Management; Cybersecurity & IT; Fraud & Financial Investigations; Corporate Operations
"At Recruiting Heroes, we specialize in helping companies hire experienced law enforcement professionals, other first responders, and military veterans transitioning into the private sector." · Source(opens in a new tab)
"Corporate Security Risk Management Cybersecurity & IT Fraud & Financial Investigations Corporate Operations Government & Contracting" · Source(opens in a new tab)
Time to fill stated
Not stated
Geography
Not stated
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