Search Types

At Talent Strategy, we know one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to talent searches. Different industries and roles require different approaches to find the right fit. That’s why we offer a variety of search types—tailored to deliver the highest-quality candidates directly to you.

Not sure which search type is best for your hiring needs? Reach out to one of our search experts, and we’ll help craft the perfect strategy to secure the talent you need to succeed.

Contingent Search

Contingent search is the industry standard and is best suited for mid-level roles or positions where a large pool of qualified candidates is available. This risk-free option requires no upfront fees — you only pay once we successfully place the right candidate with your company.

Engaged Search

Engaged search is perfect when you need to fill a position quickly or when there’s a limited pool of qualified candidates. With a modest upfront fee, we prioritize your search and guarantee delivery of qualified candidates—or your money back.

Retained Search

Retained search is a proactive recruiting approach built on a close partnership between you and our Talent Strategy team. This method is ideal for filling highly specialized or executive-level roles. We actively target passive candidates and conduct a thorough vetting of their qualifications and skills to ensure the best fit for your unique needs.

Contract to Hire

Our staff augmentation services provide flexible contract and temporary workforce solutions, allowing you to scale your team up or down as needed while maintaining full control over the work. This option helps reduce costs by minimizing full-time employee counts and associated infrastructure burdens.