What stages of recruitment do you manage?

Talent Direct can manage the process from role definition through to pre-start engagement - including role calibration, advertising, managing applications, screening candidates, presenting a shortlist and coordinating interviews.

Will I still be involved in the hiring process?

Yes. You remain in control of the final hiring decision. Your level of involvement depends on the service level you choose, while we manage the coordination and administration around the process.

How do you assess candidates?

We review candidates against the criteria agreed at the start. This typically includes CV review, expert screening conversations and evaluation of both capability and motivation for the role.

Do you only send shortlisted candidates?

Yes. We review and evaluate applications before presenting a candidate to you, so the shortlist reflects the agreed role requirements.

What happens once we've chosen a candidate?

We can manage the final stage of the process, including presenting the offer, supporting acceptance and maintaining candidate communication before their start date.

What happens if we don't make a hire?

The fee covers the management of the recruitment process, rather than the outcome of a placement. That means the cost remains the same regardless of the hiring outcome. In some cases, you may choose to pause or revisit the role before making a final decision. Where appropriate, we can support next steps or advise on how to move forward.

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Your direct route to talent

A structured recruitment path leads to strong decisions.

We steer you straight.

It's recruitment - without the runaround.

Let's chat through your role

Hiring is one of the most important - and most stressful - things you do.

You're juggling time, cost and risk. And you don't want to get it wrong.

At Talent Direct, we work with you to define what success in your role looks like. Then we manage the recruitment process step by step.

We speak with candidates properly. Then we bring you clear, considered shortlists to review.

The result? Clearer decisions, less internal time drain, and hiring you can stand behind.

No percentage fees. No pressure to rush. No inflated promises.

Just a calm, considered route to a confident hire.

Let's chat through your role

The 5-Stage Direct Model

A clear route from role definition to confident hire.

Role clarity

Every search begins with understanding.

We begin by defining what success actually looks like for the role. Not just skills and responsibilities on paper, but the motivations and mindset that reveal the person behind the CV.

You know the role is clearly defined before it reaches candidates.

Attraction & Advertising

Now that the direction is clear, we introduce the opportunity to the market.

We manage the practical steps of the process - from advert creation and publication, to managing incoming applications and keeping candidates informed along the way.

You attract candidates who are genuinely aligned with the opportunity.

Screening & Assessment

Applications are reviewed carefully and consistently.

Through CV review and screening conversations, we assess candidates against agreed criteria, focusing on the skills and qualities that genuinely matter for the role.

You receive a focused candidate shortlist supported by insights.

Shortlisting & Interview Coordination

The focus moves to interview conversations and candidate evaluation.

We share candidate shortlists with clear rationale, and coordinate interviews with shortlisted applicants.

You remain focused on interview conversations and final hiring decision.

Offer & Candidate Engagement

Once you've chosen the right person, we close with care.

How you hire reflects your organisation. From offer presentation to pre-start engagement, we ensure the transition is smooth. Our communication is thoughtful and respectful - whether a candidate is selected for the role or not.

Your chosen candidate joins with confidence and momentum.

Choose the level of support that suits your team

Every search follows the same structured process. The difference is how much of that process you'd like us to manage.

Core Recruitment Management is for teams that want structured support through to shortlist.
Enhanced Partnership is for teams that want additional evaluation support through to hiring decision.
Full Recruitment Partner is for organisations that want us to manage the process end-to-end.

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Let's start with a conversation

Every organisation hires differently. If you're planning a role and want to explore whether this approach could help, let's talk it through.

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