Retained Search Sprints
Fixed-fee, time-boxed searches for roles you can't afford to get wrong or leave open. When you need one critical hire fast. executive, specialized, or mission-critical. Search Sprints deliver in 21-30 days.
Why This Role Is Still Open After 60+ Days
Too senior or specialized for contingent agencies
Most agencies won't commit resources without a guarantee. Your role sits in the backlog.
Small talent pool, passive candidates only
The right people aren't actively looking. Job posts and LinkedIn ads don't reach them.
Internal team is maxed out
Your recruiters are buried in volume roles. No bandwidth for deep sourcing and exec outreach.
Cost of delay is mounting fast
Revenue stalled, projects delayed, team burnout increasing. Every week vacant costs thousands.
Search Sprints commit the resources you need upfront. Fixed fee, fixed timeline, dedicated focus. We don't stop until the role is filled. guaranteed.
What Is a Retained Search Sprint?
A fixed-fee, time-boxed search engagement for a single critical role. We commit dedicated resources, conduct comprehensive market research, and deliver 3-5 interview-ready candidates in 21-30 days.
Fixed Fee, Fixed Timeline
$20K–$40K per search depending on seniority. Clear scope, transparent pricing, no surprises.
Dedicated Senior Recruiter
A single experienced recruiter owns your search from start to finish. Full accountability, no handoffs.
Guaranteed Fill
90-day replacement guarantee. If the hire doesn't work out, we run the search again at no additional cost.
What's Included:
The Search Sprint Process
Discovery & Strategy (Days 1-3)
Deep-dive consultation to understand the role, culture fit, ideal candidate profile, and success criteria. We create a comprehensive search strategy and get your approval before launching.
Market Research & Sourcing (Days 4-14)
Conduct market intelligence, identify target companies and talent pools. Use AI tools to source and screen thousands of potential candidates. Personalized outreach to passive candidates not actively looking.
Screening & Assessment (Days 15-21)
Senior recruiter conducts thorough screening interviews. Evaluate technical qualifications, culture fit, motivations, and compensation alignment. Build detailed candidate profiles.
Presentation & Interviews (Days 22-30)
Present shortlist of 3-5 highly qualified candidates with comprehensive profiles and our recommendations. Coordinate interview logistics and gather feedback after each stage.
Offer & Close (Days 31-45)
Assist with offer negotiation, reference checks, and acceptance. Support smooth transition through first 90 days with our replacement guarantee.
What You Get with a Search Sprint
21-30 Days to Shortlist
From engagement kickoff to 3-5 interview-ready candidates. 45-60 days to offer acceptance for most roles.
Passive Candidate Access
We reach candidates not actively job searching. the top 20% who aren't responding to your job posts.
Comprehensive Vetting
Thorough screening interviews, culture fit assessment, reference checks. Only the most qualified candidates reach you.
Risk-Free Guarantee
90-day replacement guarantee. If the hire doesn't work out for any reason, we re-run the search at no cost.
When to Use Search Sprints
Executive & Leadership Roles
C-suite, VP-level, and senior management positions requiring discretion, deep vetting, and access to passive candidates.
Specialized/Niche Positions
Hard-to-fill roles with limited talent pools, specialized skills, or unique combinations of experience.
Mission-Critical Hires
Roles where a bad hire would significantly impact revenue, patient care, or product delivery. You can't afford to get it wrong.
Real Search Sprint Results
VP of Engineering, HealthTech Series B
Filled in 38 days after 4 months vacant. Candidate came from competitor, wasn't actively looking. Team launched next product on schedule.
Emergency Medicine Physician, Multi-Site Healthcare System
Hired in 52 days for $100K sign-on bonus role. Candidate relocated from out-of-state. Stabilized ER coverage and reduced locum costs.
Chief Revenue Officer, Healthcare SaaS
Placed in 44 days. Sourced from Fortune 500, not actively looking. Revenue grew 3x in first year with new CRO leading sales strategy.
Typical Investment
Most Search Sprints fall between $15,000 and $30,000 per role, agreed up front. no percentage games.
Pricing depends on role seniority, market complexity, and urgency. All fees are fixed regardless of final compensation.
Example Engagement
Role: Director-level healthcare role
Salary Range: $180,000
Fixed Search Sprint Fee: $20,000
Timeline: 28 days to shortlist, 52 days to offer acceptance
Includes: 90-day replacement guarantee, comprehensive market research, dedicated recruiter ownership
Traditional contingent agencies would charge 20-30% ($36,000-$54,000) for this same role with no timeline guarantee.
Stop Waiting. Start Your Search Sprint Today.
If you have one urgent role that's been open 60+ days, book a call. We'll review the role and tell you if a Search Sprint is the right fit. and give you a timeline and fixed fee.
Best for: Single critical roles, executive positions, specialized hires, roles open 60+ days