Transparent pricing
One fee. Five per cent. On success.
No retainers. No markup on rate. No success bonuses. A single flat fee on every placement — paid on top of what the specialist earns, not carved out of it.
What you pay
- A flat 5% platform fee on every placement
- Paid on top of the specialist's rate — never carved out of it
- No retainers, no exclusivity clauses, no success bonuses
- Invoiced as a separate, auditable line item
- Only payable on placement — no charge for browsing or shortlists
What the agency middle layer costs.
Traditional agencies and consultancies typically charge 20–30% take-rates, built into the rate you see. The specialist never sees the full amount. You never see the breakdown.
Worked example — €120,000 engagement
XpertDirect (5%)
€6,000
platform fee
Industry avg (25%)
€30,000
hidden markup
You save €24,000. The specialist keeps their full rate.
5%
XpertDirect
25%
Industry avg
Take-rate on a €120,000 specialist engagement
Guarantees
48-hour SLA
If we don't deliver an interest-validated shortlist within 48 hours, the platform fee is waived.
12-month replacement
If the specialist leaves or the fit isn't right within 12 months, we find a replacement at no additional platform fee.
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