FAQ

While we are headquartered in Washington and have deep roots in the Seattle area, we serve clients all over the country. We offer both in-person and remote engagements to match the way you operate.

We work with companies who only have a few employees all the way up to those with 200+ employees. Our specialty is in small to mid-size businesses.

There are no long-term contracts, with the exception of the 6-month SwiftStart HR subscription. Simply give us 30 days notice when you want to end your engagement.

Fractional HR provides your company with high-level human resources resources on a part-time basis. Your consultant will look and feel like a member of your team. You gain the expertise of an experienced HR professional without the expense of a full-time hire. This model allows your leadership team to focus on growth while we manage your people strategy and operations.

Our fee schedules are customized for each client. This means that it will vary based on the level of service you need and the number of days per month. By having a brief conversation, we can ensure the solution we propose is perfectly aligned with your budget and your goals.

Yes. We integrate with your current team to provide the high-level strategy and mentorship they need to excel. We handle the heavy lifting of compliance and people planning while your admin staff continues to manage daily operations. It is a strategic partnership that maximizes your current talent while adding the executive experience necessary for growth.

The job market is flooded with AI-assisted resumes, which can make it difficult for small businesses to find authentic talent. Our process relies on high-touch human interaction and sophisticated screening to verify a candidate’s actual skills. We use technology to streamline the logistics while keeping the evaluation process deeply human. This ensures you are hiring a person with genuine expertise rather than someone who just knows how to prompt a bot.

For full service, clients spend an average of 6-10% of base salary per placement. For direct placement, clients spend an average of 18-25% of base salary. Compare this to 20% – 40% for traditional firms. Our fees are determined up front so there are no surprises.

A full service recruiter operates as a seamless extension of your internal team. They use your company email, attend your leadership meetings, and learn the nuances of your office dynamics firsthand. This approach allows us to manage your entire recruiting function, from implementing an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to training your managers on how to conduct better interviews.