Our Fees
Transparent, Fixed Fees - Built for Growing Businesses
At Adderleys, we believe executive search should be high quality, not high cost.
That’s why we offer a clear, fixed-fee model designed specifically for scaling SMEs. Our fees are agreed upfront and stay fixed, regardless of the final salary offered.
Our Fixed-Fee, Three-Stage Retained Model
We operate on a fixed three-stage retained model, structured around the actual consultancy input required at each stage:
Retainer – Engagement and briefing
Working Fee – Presentation of fully assessed shortlist
Appointment Fee – Final candidate acceptance and onboarding support
This approach ensures full commitment at every stage — from both sides — and gives you total cost certainty from day one.
Why Our Fees Make Sense for SMEs
Fixed, Transparent Pricing
We agree your fee upfront based on the role’s salary band, not on what’s negotiated later. That means you stay in control of your budget.
No Minimum Fees
Unlike traditional firms, we don’t impose minimum charges. Our pricing is flexible and accessible, making board-level recruitment realistic for ambitious SMEs.
Value-Driven, Not Volume-Driven
Our fees reflect the real strategic input, research, and senior consultant time we invest in every assignment, not a formula tied to inflated final salaries.
Designed to Outperform Big Firms
Big firms often charge FTSE-style fees for SME assignments. We don’t. Our model delivers the same calibre of leadership, at a price that fits your scale and priorities.
Our transparent, consultancy-based pricing provides businesses with cost certainty and exceptional value, ensuring that every executive search assignment is delivered with precision, expertise, and measurable results.