Contract staff, permanent hires, senior leaders and HR support. Tell us about the role and we'll tell you honestly how long it should take to fill.
Fast shortlists
Screened candidates for most contract roles within 48 hours.
Real screening
Interviews, skills checks, references and license checks.
One point of contact
An account manager who knows your team and your history.
Built to scale
From one hire to a full team, with the same process.
Pick the model that fits the role. Many clients use a mix, and we'll help you decide.
A quick side-by-side. Not sure? We'll recommend one on the first call.
| Feature | Contract staffing | Most flexibleContract-to-hire | Direct hire | Executive search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical time to start | Days | 1–2 weeks | 3–6 weeks | 2–4 months |
| Who employs the person | Brightstone | Brightstone, then you | You | You |
| How you pay | Hourly bill rate | Hourly, then conversion fee | One-time fee on hire | Retained search fee |
| Long-term commitment | Optional | |||
| Payroll, taxes and insurance handled | During contract | |||
| Replacement if it doesn't work out | ||||
| Best for | Projects, peaks and leave cover | Trying before committing | Core permanent roles | Directors, VPs and C-suite |
Each area has its own recruiters, who know the pay rates and where to find people.
- TechnologyDevelopers, data, cloud, security and IT support.
- Finance & AccountingAccountants, analysts, controllers and AP/AR.
- HealthcareNurses, allied health, coding and admin.
- EngineeringMechanical, electrical, quality and design.
- Operations & LogisticsSupply chain, warehouse and production.
- Human Resources & AdminHR, recruiting, office and customer support.
Share a few details and a recruiter will call you within one business day to talk it through.
- Rates and timelines shared upfront
- A dedicated account manager
- One role or a whole team
How quickly can you send candidates?
For most contract roles we share screened candidates within 48 hours. Direct hire and executive searches take longer because we're reaching people who aren't actively looking. We'll give you a realistic timeline on the first call.
How much does it cost?
Contract staff are billed hourly, covering pay, taxes, insurance and our margin. Direct hire is a one-time fee based on first-year salary, charged only when you hire. We share rates upfront before any search starts.
What if a hire doesn't work out?
For contract roles, we replace the person quickly at no extra fee. Direct hires come with a replacement guarantee period agreed in our contract.
Do you screen candidates?
Yes. Every candidate is interviewed by a recruiter, and we check skills, references and, where needed, licenses and background checks before you meet them.
Can we use you for just one role?
Absolutely. Many clients start with one hard-to-fill role. There's no minimum commitment.