Talent Acquisition, Reimagined

Great hires, without the agency price tag.

Talent Runway helps founders and scaling teams build streamlined, cost-effective hiring — through targeted headhunting, fractional TA support, or a full build-out of your internal Talent Acquisition function.

Three ways to work together

Right-sized support for your stage of hiring.

For teams scaling quickly — or founders who feel lost in recruitment and need real support building the right process. Every package is tailored, so you get the level of help you actually need.

Per-role

Headhunting & Placements

Targeted search and delivery for individual roles — from technical hires to key commercial positions like sales and finance. No upfront cost; you only pay on a successful placement.

Embedded partner

Fractional Talent Acquisition

A senior TA partner embedded in your team on a monthly retainer — ideal when you have multiple roles to fill but aren't ready for a full-time hire. We act as your in-house recruiter, running the process end to end.

Build your TA function

Full TA Consultancy & Build-Out

Ready to build your own internal Talent Acquisition function? We design and deliver it end to end — interview process, ATS setup, hiring manager training, recruiting your first TA hire, onboarding and employer brand.

Not sure which fits? Book a call and we'll shape a package around your stage and needs.

Spaces we know

Built for scaling tech, AI and iGaming.

These are the sectors where our networks, process and delivery model add the most value — and where our clients are hiring fastest.

Scaling Tech

From Seed to Series C — we help product-led and SaaS teams hire engineers, product leaders and commercial talent at pace without losing quality.

AI & Automation

Specialist search for machine-learning, data and automation roles — finding the builders who turn AI strategy into shipped product.

iGaming & Digital Entertainment

Deep networks in iGaming, sports betting and digital media — sourcing product, tech, growth and compliance talent for global operators and startups.

Mission & Vision

Great talent, without the extreme agency spend.

Our mission is to help founders, startups and mid-size companies build streamlined, cost-effective hiring processes — so they attract great people without paying traditional agency fees. Our vision is to be the trusted talent partner for scaling companies, known for placement quality, long-term retention, and building lasting internal hiring capability.

  • Tailored packages priced to your stage — not traditional agency fees
  • Structured interviews, scorecards and sourcing workflows built to reduce bias
  • ATS selection, tooling setup and hiring manager training included where needed
  • Focused on long-term retention and building lasting in-house hiring capability
How we work

A proven, four-step delivery model.

01

Discover

We immerse in your business, culture and hiring goals to define the ideal profile and search strategy.

02

Source

Multi-channel sourcing, targeted headhunting and AI-assisted market mapping surface the strongest talent.

03

Assess

Structured screening and deep assessment delivers a calibrated, high-signal shortlist.

04

Deliver

We manage offers, onboarding and 90-day success — with a replacement guarantee on every placement.

Why we're different

A boutique partnership, not a traditional agency.

See how Talent Runway stacks up against the usual agency option — and why scaling teams prefer our model.

Traditional Agency
Talent Runway
Pricing Model
High commission (% of salary)
Transparent fixed fee
Strategic Advisory
Limited or none
Tailored strategy aligned to goals
Hiring Manager Support
Minimal involvement
Direct coaching & training
Post-Hire Support
Rare
Onboarding, surveys & retention
Best For
Urgent single hires
Startups & scaling SMEs
Let's talk

Ready to build a team that takes off?

Tell us about your hiring goals — we'll come back within one business day with a tailored delivery plan and a market snapshot.