How We Work

Our placement structure is built around the level of access, urgency, and commitment your search requires.

Placement Structure

Contingent Search

Contingent search is success-based. We present qualified candidates and payment is due only upon hire. It works well for active searches where multiple recruiting partners may be engaged.

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Retained Search

Retained search is an exclusive partnership with an upfront commitment. It is designed for confidential, executive, or critical searches that need focused market coverage and dedicated attention.

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Engaged Search & Contract Models

Engaged search creates mutual commitment through an upfront engagement and shared search plan. For contract and container models, we align scope, timing, ownership, and communication before work begins so every party understands the rules.

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Critical Roles & Commitment

For critical roles, we define the search rules and container model upfront: exclusivity, candidate ownership, response times, interview steps, and mutual commitment. This keeps the process focused and protects the quality of every placement.

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A better search starts with a clear partnership.

Thank you for considering Meridian Hire Group. Let us build the right placement strategy for your next critical hire.