Recruiter Fee Percentage 2027 Calculator
Recruiter fee 2027: typically 15-30% of first-year base salary. Permanent placement: 20-25% common. Executive search retained: 30-35%. Replacement guarantee 90 days.
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Fee Structure
Contingency (no fee unless hire): 15-25%. Retained (paid upfront thirds): 30-35%. Executive search: 33% plus retainer. Employer typically pays — never the candidate.
How Rates Change 2027
Most rates indexed annually per applicable regulation. Mid-year adjustments rare. 2027 amounts confirmed via official agency publication late 2026.
Source and Disclaimer
Figures sourced from Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Independent educational calculator. Verify before relying on figures.
Source: Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Last updated: May 2026.