7 Reasons SMEs Are Switching to Fixed-Fee Recruitment in 2025 Updated in October 2025 Fixed fee recruitment agencies charge a flat rate (typically £200 to £1,200 per campaign) instead of the traditional percentage model where agencies take 15 to 30% of the candidate's salary. In 2025, UK SMEs are making the switch because it offers predictable costs, massive savings (up to £27,000 per year), complete transparency, and no commission bias. With National Insurance rising to 15%

Updated in October 2025 What is the best place to find candidates in the UK? A practical employer’s guide — with costs, steps, and a real example In short: The best way to find candidates fast in the UK is to multi-post your job across major boards (Indeed, Totaljobs, Reed, CV-Library) plus LinkedIn, funnel applications into one shortlist, and optionally use a fixed-fee recruitment partner like Kamro to manage screening. Expect standard board fees of £89–£250 + VAT for premiu

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