Recruitment & Search

Flat-fee recruitment built for the third sector

Hiring should not feel like guesswork, inflated commission or unnecessary faff. We help charities and social enterprises hire well with clear costs, sensible process and candidates who fit.

10 days
Time-to-shortlist
Average from brief to screened candidates
90%
Retention at 6 months
Candidates who stay and deliver
Flat fee
Cost certainty
No percentage commissions, ever
Our Perspective

The problem is not just hiring. It is hiring with too much friction.

Percentage fees distort cost. Boards need clarity. Timelines drift. And the sector ends up paying more for a process that often feels less useful than it should.

We built Kelloch recruitment to provide a simpler, more predictable alternative. We focus on the things that actually matter: clear communication, board-ready reporting, and finding candidates who understand the sector's unique pressures. No recruitment theatre—just sensible help to get the right person in the seat.

Why Choose Kelloch

A better fit for the sector

Easy for boards to say yes to

  • Flat-fee transparency. Predictable costs that are easy to approve.
  • Board-ready reporting. Practical assurance for your trustees.
  • Cost certainty. Fixed fees that never creep with salary.

Faster, without lowering the bar

  • 10-day shortlists. We don't believe in six-week drifts.
  • Sector fluency. We speak the same language as your team.
  • Values alignment. We screen for fit, not just a CV match.

Support that does not stop at shortlist

  • 30-day guarantee. We stand by every search we run.
  • Onboarding guidance. Helping your new hire hit the ground running.
  • 90% retention. Our candidates stay and deliver.
Fees

Transparent, fixed pricing

Significantly lower than traditional agency commissions. No VAT payable.

Core Search
£1,250
VAT not applicable
Brief & advert shaping
Targeted outreach
Screened shortlist
Interview coordination
30‑day guarantee
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Executive
£2,750
VAT not applicable
Director/CEO Search
Extended network reach
Board presentation
Full executive support
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Alternative: Talent Direct

Looking to explore permission-led talent before commissioning a search? Join our network to browse pre-screened profiles at no cost.

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How we work

A sensible process from brief to hire

01

Brief & Shape

We start by agreeing the outcomes you need, the budget you have, and the values that matter most.

02

Targeted Outreach

We don't just wait for applications—we activate our networks and use sector-specific channels to find the right fit.

03

Screened Shortlist

Delivered in around 10 days. These aren't just names; they are fully screened, values-aligned candidates.

04

Hire & Support

From assurance notes for your board to onboarding guidance, we make sure the hire sticks.

This works best when the process is simple, the cost is clear, and the fit is right.

Kelloch understood our pressures and gave us exactly what we needed — speed, transparency, and a candidate who has already made a real difference.

Chair of Trustees
Scottish Mental Health Charity

The flat-fee model made it easy for our board to approve. We had a shortlist within 8 days and the whole process was refreshingly straightforward.

CEO
Community Development Organisation
Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

10 days is our typical shortlist time, but it's not a hard deadline. If we need more time to find the right fit, we’ll extend the search at no extra cost. We never rush a placement—match quality and sector fit come first.

If your new hire leaves within 30 days for any reason, we re-run the search for free. We stand by our work and want to make sure you have the right leader for the long term.

Yes. While our roots are in Scotland, we recruit UK-wide and have successfully placed candidates for organisations across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

We specialise in leadership and operational roles within charities and social enterprises — CEOs, Directors, Service Managers, Programme Leads, and similar. If you're unsure whether your role fits, just ask.

Percentage commissions are expensive and often unnecessary. Our flat-fee model gives you cost certainty upfront, which makes it much easier for boards to approve and ensures you're paying for a sensible process, not an inflated agency fee.

Need to hire without the usual recruitment nonsense?

Tell us what you are trying to fill and we’ll tell you quickly whether we can help.

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