See how Riddle compares
Services
Traditional agencies
Matching period
As little as 1 week
Typically takes 4+ weeks
Recruitment fee
10 to 15% all-in fee; only pay when talent begins work
20% to 40% fees; high upfront fees & commissions
Talent quality
Top 5%
Unknown
Vetting process
Screening includes technical, language, and cultural fit
Basic screening, focusing less on cultural fit
Flexibility
No long-term commitments; easy cancellation policy
Requires long-term commitments; less adaptable
Recruitment services
HR services
Employee engagement services
Finance & payroll services
Dedicated local HR & Operations Manager
Perks included for your talent
Local physical workspaces
Branded welcome kits
Monthly fitness classes
Ongoing English lessons
Mentorship matching
Access to monthly workshops
Access to events i.e. hackathons
Services
Matching period
As little as 1 week
Recruitment fee
15% all-in fee; only pay when talent begins work
Talent quality
Top 5%
Vetting process
Screening includes technical, language, and cultural fit
Flexibility
No long-term commitments; easy cancellation policy
Recruitment services
HR services
Employee engagement services
Finance & payroll services
Dedicated local HR & Operations Manager
Perks included for your talent
Local physical workspaces
Branded welcome kits
Monthly fitness classes
Ongoing English lessons
Mentorship matching
Access to monthly workshops
Access to events i.e. hackathons
Services
Traditional agencies
Matching period
Typically takes 4+ weeks
Recruitment fee
20% to 40% fees; high upfront fees & commissions
Talent quality
Unknown
Vetting process
Basic screening, focusing less on cultural fit
Flexibility
Requires long-term commitments; less adaptable
Recruitment services
HR services
Employee engagement services
Finance & payroll services
Dedicated local HR & Operations Manager
Perks included for your talent
Local physical workspaces
Branded welcome kits
Monthly fitness classes
Ongoing English lessons
Mentorship matching
Access to monthly workshops
Access to events i.e. hackathons
