The Hidden Costs of Building an Internal Talent Acquisition Team—and Why Saiyo’s RaaS is the Smarter Alternative
As the SaaS industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, hiring top talent is more important than ever for companies looking to scale their business. Many SaaS companies wrestle with the decision of whether to build an in-house talent acquisition team or outsource their recruitment efforts. On the surface, building an internal team may seem like a cost-efficient, controllable option. But when you break down the true costs, the reality is often much more expensive than expected.
Building an internal talent acquisition team involves hiring not just recruiters, but also team leaders and HR specialists who can develop a hiring strategy. The salaries alone can be significant:
In addition to base salaries, you have to factor in employer taxes, benefits, and commissions. A typical benefits package—which includes health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off—can add an extra 20-50% to the overall cost of each employee (depending on location). Don’t forget performance-based commissions or bonuses, which are often a significant motivator for recruitment teams.
Successful talent acquisition teams require more than just good recruiters; they need tools to work efficiently. Costs that are often underestimated or overlooked include:
One of the biggest downsides to building an internal team is that it can’t easily scale up or down depending on your hiring needs. A sudden spike in hiring demands could overwhelm your team, slowing down the process and potentially causing you to miss out on top talent. On the flip side, if hiring needs slow down, you are still locked into paying salaries, benefits, and software costs.
This lack of flexibility can be especially harmful to fast-growing SaaS companies where hiring needs may change quarter to quarter.
At Saiyo Consulting, we offer a Recruitment as a Service (RaaS) model that mirrors the cost of building an internal team but without the hidden expenses and liabilities. Here’s why it’s a better alternative:
The true cost of building an internal talent acquisition team is far more than just salaries—it includes a wide array of hidden expenses like benefits, software costs, and turnover. For fast-growing SaaS companies, these costs can add up quickly and result in an inflexible, under-optimised hiring process.
With Saiyo Consulting’s Recruitment as a Service (RaaS), you can enjoy the power and expertise of an executive search firm without the liabilities of an internal team. Our pricing model mirrors the cost of building an in-house team, but with added flexibility and reduced risk, ultimately saving you time and money while helping you scale at pace.
Interested in learning more about how Saiyo’s RaaS solution can streamline your hiring process and cut costs? Contact us today! https://saiyoconsulting.com/start-hiring
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