Our Services
Recruitment Support, Built Around Hiring Clarity
We offer proportional recruiting support for SMBs — from upfront hiring strategy to sourcing, pipeline management, and hands-on recruiting execution.
Not every hiring need requires the same level of support. We help you align first, then choose the right level of action based on your goals, bandwidth, and market position.
Hiring Clarity Session
A strategic entry point before you post a role, launch outreach, or commit to a full search. This paid session helps you evaluate your hiring position before entering the market. We review the role, compensation alignment, and hiring approach so you can move forward with a clearer strategy and the right level of support.
$500 USD
What’s Included
- Role and compensation review
- Inbound vs. outbound viability
- Internal bandwidth evaluation
- Candidate Perspective Audit
- Competitive Snapshot
- Clear, honest next-step recommendations
Best For
- Teams preparing to open a role
- Companies getting weak response and unsure why
- Hiring managers re-scoping a position
- Teams deciding whether they need sourcing, recruiting support, or a full search
Service Path
Choose the level of support that fits your hiring needs, internal bandwidth, and stage of readiness.
Hiring Setup Support
Get the hiring foundation right before launch.
Support for teams that need help preparing to hire — including role scoping, compensation positioning, interview process planning, and hiring workflow setup before entering the talent market.
Role clarity and scope alignment
Compensation positioning review
Interview process structure
Hiring team alignment
Candidate experience planning
Ideal for teams that want to run recruiting internally but need strategic setup support first.
Pipeline Build Sprint (Sourcing-Only)
Focused sourcing support to build candidate momentum.
A short-term sourcing engagement designed to identify and engage relevant candidates for a specific role or hiring priority. This is sourcing-only support for teams that can manage the process internally.
Candidate market mapping
Targeted outreach
Initial pipeline creation
Qualified candidate introductions
Best for teams with internal interview capacity who need help generating qualified candidate flow.
Talent Pipeline Management (ATS Year-Round)
ATS-based candidate pipeline management to support year-round hiring readiness.
Ongoing support to build, organize, and maintain your candidate pipeline in your ATS so you can keep warm talent pools, reduce restart time, and improve continuity across future hiring needs.
ATS organization and candidate tagging
Pipeline maintenance and follow-up cadence
Talent pool development by role type
Candidate status hygiene and process continuity
Year-round recruiting readiness
Ideal for companies with recurring hiring needs that want stronger long-term talent positioning instead of starting from scratch each time.
Recruitment Support (Hourly or Full/Contingent)
Flexible recruiting support based on the level of execution you need.
Hands-on recruiting support that can be scoped hourly or structured as a fuller contingent search, depending on the role, urgency, and internal capacity. We right-size the support to the hiring need.
Support Options
Hourly Recruitment Support
Flexible help with screening, outreach, coordination, candidate communication, and process support.Full / Contingent Recruiting Support
End-to-end recruiting execution when full ownership is the most effective path.
Appropriate when internal bandwidth is limited or the role requires more hands-on recruiting execution.
Not Sure What You Need Yet?
That’s exactly why the Hiring Clarity Session exists.
If you’re deciding between setup support, sourcing, pipeline management, or a fuller recruiting engagement, start with a Hiring Clarity Session. We’ll assess your hiring position and recommend the most appropriate next step.
Our approach
Intentional execution that supports both hiring outcomes and employer brand.
Alignment
We clarify scope, priorities, and positioning before market activity begins.Execution
We support the level of recruiting action that fits your real need — not a one-size-fits-all package.Communication
Clear, consistent candidate and stakeholder communication protects momentum and trust.Reputation
We treat hiring as a brand event because every candidate interaction shapes market perception.
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Client Success Stories
Jesse Atkinson
, Colony Construction Corp
“Alison didn’t just aim to fill a role, she was determined to find candidates who not only excelled in their roles but also seamlessly integrated into our company culture. Her tireless efforts and commitment to finding top talent have been invaluable to our company’s growth and success.”
Franck Paulet
“Here is what Alison can do: pitch her what you want, use your own words, do not care about consistency or market alignment, just tell her what you feel the candidate should look like and she will be smart for you, which is what you expect from any expert.”
Penny Todd
, The Install Crew Ltd.
“Alison successfully sourced multiple candidates for a challenging position, demonstrating a deep understanding of the job market and the importance of a swift hiring process. Her efficiency, personable approach, and ability to refine the role exceeded our expectations.”
Lachlan
, Rapid-Span
“Alison’s outstanding communication and constructive feedback helped me secure an excellent position. She was professional, positive, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process, making sure I felt confident and well-prepared.”
Carolina
“Alison’s personable approach made me feel incredibly supported throughout the process. She brings a refreshing touch to recruiting.”
Mary
“Alison’s deep industry knowledge helped us fill a tough technical role quickly. Her targeted approach made the entire hiring process seamless.”
Santiago
, School of Rock
“Next Step’s professionalism and availability made the hiring process stress-free. I highly recommend them for senior-level recruitment.”
Maureen
, Trivium Group
“Next Step Recruitment combined professionalism with a personal touch, making me feel supported throughout the entire process. They truly care about their candidates and went above and beyond to ensure my success.“
Chandler
“Alison stands out from the rest—she cares deeply about both candidates and companies, creating win-win scenarios. She placed me in an executive role and has been my go-to for industry insights ever since.“
Laurian
“Alison’s expertise helped me significantly improve my CV and stand out to employers. Her support and advice were invaluable throughout the job search.“
Jesse
“Next Step’s high placement success rate speaks to their dedication and expertise. Alison placed me in what feels like my dream job, and their personalized guidance made all the difference.“
Shuang
, Candidate
“Alison matched me perfectly with a financial controller role and provided great insights about the company. Her patience and experience made the process smooth and successful.”
Wendy
, Construction
“Next Step Recruitment was pivotal in helping me transition to my new career. Their support and responsiveness were key to my success.”
Sibel
“Alison’s kindness, professionalism, and clear communication made the entire process seamless. She kept me updated every step of the way.”
Gina
“Alison’s professionalism and support were outstanding, even though the role wasn’t the right fit for me. She truly advocated for both me and the employer, which is rare in a recruiter.”
Start With Clarity, Then Choose the Right Level of Support
Before launching your next search, align on role scope, compensation positioning, and hiring strategy.