External hiring is more than just a match between supply and demand. It is a process where speed, quality, and regulatory compliance come together. At HeadFirst, we do this every day. With a sourcing approach that not only fills in, but also strengthens. Organisations need flexibility, but also certainty and control. How do you ensure each request proceeds efficiently, transparently, and compliantly? The answer: intermediary management by HeadFirst.
Speed and predictability: not assumptions, but agreements
With each request, we start with an intake within one working day. Together with the client, we coordinate the profile: hard and soft requirements, context of the assignment, rate range, and desired start date. No assumptions, just clear agreements. This way we can apply a realistic schedule and start the search purposefully.
After approval, we publish the request on our hiring platform Striive. Completely transparent, with all relevant details. At the same time, we activate the right supplier segment: proven partners and new entrants who meet our conditions. This keeps the market open and competitive. The result? High fill rates, short lead times, and satisfied managers.
Compliance as a foundation: always green light
Wet DBA, WAADI, chain liability… It is a complex field. We ensure you do not get lost in it. Supplier managers check in advance whether every party complies with all legal and internal frameworks. Only demonstrably compliant suppliers may offer candidates. For assignments with increased security requirements, we coordinate screenings, fully digital and traceable. This keeps your organisation always within the lines of laws and regulations.
Digital Management: Transparent and Error-Free
Efficiency and transparency are ingrained in our process design. Every step - from request to awarding - takes place through a single digital platform. Every assessment is objective, every score recorded, every decision traceable. This prevents errors and makes audits possible at any time. This means peace of mind and certainty for you, and for us a solid foundation for continuous improvement.
Diversity in profiles: from IT to Engineering and Security
Our sourcing is highly adaptable. Recruiters and supplier managers work in clusters: IT, engineering, security, project management, and support roles. For each cluster, we build talent pools and maintain supplier networks. This allows us to quickly adapt, even with scarce profiles. Thanks to continuous data-driven management, we remain flexible: as the market tightens, we activate new suppliers or revise the recruitment channel.
Data as Management Information: Insight that Empowers
Data and reporting form the compass of our services. Dashboards display real-time figures on processing times, response ratios, rate distribution, and fill rates. Recruiters use these insights to optimise the search process, supplier managers to evaluate performance. For clients, we provide periodic reports with trends, improvement actions, and market insights. Together, we make informed choices for today and tomorrow.
Collaborating on Sourcing that Empowers
At HeadFirst, we see sourcing not as a separate link, but as a strategic part of your organisation. It's about more than filling roles: it is about insight, control, and continuous improvement. With our combination of speed, transparency, and data-driven management, we ensure that your hiring process not only works today but is also prepared for tomorrow. Want to know how we do that? Schedule a conversation with us and discover how we take your sourcing to the next level.