Fractional Recruiting & Hiring FAQ
How does a Fractional Recruiter work?
We know choosing the right recruiting partner is a big decision. Below are answers to common questions about our fractional recruiting services, executive search solutions, hiring process, recruiting costs, and more. Whether you're hiring one employee or building an entire team, our goal is to get you hooked on our recruiting model.
Frequently Asked Questions on Fractional Recruiting
What is a Fractional Recruiter?
Our Fractional Recruiter service can support your organization with any and all recruiting services, from sourcing to CRM Management to full-cycle recruiting. We operate as consultants who represent your team, organization, and culture while expanding your candidate pool so you can focus on other tasks.
What does a Fractional Recruiter do?
As your Fractional Recruiter, we can focus on any or all aspects of the recruiting process. Some of our clients only have us source candidates to determine interest level, then pass along contact info and resumes for them to take over. Other clients have us manage full-cycle recruiting, while other clients have us manage their ATS. We are flexible and can mold our support to whatever you need us to do.
What roles can a Fractional Recruiter fill?
At On The Hook Recruiting, our Fractional Recruiter service supports a wide range of hiring needs from high volume (ie: 91 hires per year) to Executive-Level Searches. We have built our team to have exceptional expertise across many industries, including manufacturing, technology, construction, engineering, Non-profit, and more.
Does a Fractional Recruiter require a time commitment?
On The Hook Recruiting supports our clients with a wide range of time commitments. Some of our clients use our Fractional Recruiter Service for 10 hours per week for a few months, until a position is filled. Other clients have used our service at 40+ hours per week for several years and counting. The flexibility we offer can meet any budget or timeframe requirements the client has, with no long-term commitment required.
What does a Fractional Recruiter cost?
Our Fractional Recruiter service costs a “fraction” of a typical recruiting agency fee. The typical staffing agency fees range from 20-25% (or more) of the first year's salary for every hired candidate. Our average cost per hire is 8.6%. Check out our Cost Calculator!
Other Questions
Are your recruiting services available outside Colorado?
Yes. While On The Hook Recruiting is based in Colorado, we support clients and hiring initiatives nationwide. Our team has experience recruiting across many industries and geographic markets throughout the United States.
Do clients have ownership of candidate data?
Yes. We believe companies should have full visibility into their recruiting process and candidate pipeline. Clients maintain access to recruiting data, candidate information, and hiring metrics throughout the partnership.
What makes On The Hook Recruiting different?
On The Hook Recruiting was built to challenge outdated recruiting models. Our approach focuses on transparency, accountability, communication, and long-term partnerships—not commission-driven placements. Through our Fractional Recruiter model, clients gain dedicated recruiting support, lower overall hiring costs, and a recruiting strategy aligned with their business goals.
HHow is your Contingency Model different from traditional staffing agencies?
Unlike many traditional staffing agencies that prioritize speed and volume, our Contingency Recruiting approach focuses on quality, transparency, and alignment with your hiring goals. We act as an extension of your organization, representing your employer brand professionally while delivering a more personalized recruiting experience.
What types of leadership roles do you support?
On The Hook Recruiting supports a wide range of leadership and executive hiring needs, including Operations Leadership, Engineering Leadership, Sales Leadership, Human Resources, Plant Management, Director-level positions, Vice President roles, and C-suite searches. Our team works closely with clients to identify leaders who can drive long-term business growth and align with company culture.
Does a Fractional Recruiter require a long-term contract?
No. One of the biggest advantages of fractional recruiting is flexibility. Some organizations use our services for a few hours per week over a short-term hiring project, while others partner with us long-term for ongoing recruiting support. We work with your budget, hiring goals, and timeframe without requiring unnecessary long-term commitments.
What industries does On The Hook Recruiting support?
Our recruiters support hiring across a wide range of industries throughout the United States, including manufacturing, engineering, technology, construction, medical device, professional services, and nonprofit organizations. We understand that every industry has unique hiring challenges, and we adapt our recruiting strategy to align with your business goals, hiring timelines, and candidate market.
What recruiting tasks can On The Hook Recruiting manage?
On The Hook Recruiting can support any stage of the hiring process, from sourcing and screening candidates to full-cycle recruiting and ATS management. Our team can assist with interview coordination, recruiting strategy, employer branding, CRM management, candidate outreach, and offer support. Whether you need a fully outsourced recruiting partner or supplemental hiring support for your internal team, we tailor our services to fit your organization’s needs.