Recruitment can be one of the most important investments a business makes, yet also one of the easiest to overspend on.
In Aberdeen and the wider Grampian region, where many SMEs operate with lean teams and limited budgets, traditional recruitment models - charging 15–30% of a candidate’s salary - can quickly turn a great hire into a serious cost.
That’s why a growing number of local businesses are switching to fixed-fee recruitment: a transparent, scalable alternative that delivers results without the financial sting.
What Is fixed-fee recruitment?
Instead of paying commission based on salary, businesses pay a flat rate (typically between £700 and £1,595) for a full recruitment support package. This usually includes:
- Professionally written job adverts
- Posting across top job boards
- Screening and shortlisting candidates
- Interview scheduling and candidate communication
You get the core benefits of traditional recruitment, without the unpredictable invoice at the end.
The cost of doing it the old way
Let’s say you’re hiring for a £35,000 role.
A traditional recruitment agency might charge between £5,250 and £8,750 in fees. With Peridot Recruit’s fixed-fee model, you’re looking at less than a quarter of that cost, often with faster turnaround and no lock-in contracts.
In sectors where regular hiring is essential—like care, hospitality, construction, and technical services—those savings quickly add up.
Built for local business needs
Peridot Recruit is based in Aberdeen and built for SMEs. We’ve supported hires ranging from field engineers and support workers to customer service staff and team leaders.
Our clients come to us when they:
- Want more control over recruitment
- Need to reduce hiring costs
- Lack the in-house HR capacity to manage everything alone
- Are tired of “CV firehoses” from generalist agencies
We act as an extension of your team, not just a CV-sender. We help shape the job ad, refine the brief, and ensure you only meet candidates who are genuinely ready for the role.
Want a smarter way to hire?
Fixed-fee recruitment isn’t about cutting corners—it’s about cutting waste. For SMEs that want to grow their team without overspending, it’s a practical, proven solution.
Email us at hello@peridotrecruit.com
Or visit www.peridotrecruit.com
No commission. No surprises.
Just recruitment that works - for your role, your budget, and your business.