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Flat‑Fee Retained Search

We build your team with a simple, transparent flat fee.

No percentages. No hidden costs. Just a recruiting partner.

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We partner with your HR team to give you the recruiting support you need, when you need it.

Our flat fee approach keeps costs simple and predictable. We manage searches across every level of the organization, including executive roles, without charging commissions.

The Numbers Behind Our Success!

99%

97%

fill rate.

one-year retention rate.

$10k

flat fee.

WHY US?

Why Companies Choose High Altitude Recruiting

We built our process to give you the same quality as the big firms, without the inflated price tag. Every search is led by a senior recruiter, focused on passive talent, and backed by results that last.

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A True Partner, Start to Finish

You work with a senior recruiter the whole way. One point of contact. Clear weekly touch points. Honest feedback on the market and the role.

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Same Quality. Smarter Price.

We go after passive talent. We map targets, reach out one by one, and sell your story. We conduct 90-mins of interviews before you ever meet them.

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Real Headhunting. Not Just Posting.

We deliver full retained search for $10,000. Big firms often charge 30% of salary. You get senior attention, headhunting, and a careful process. You do not pay a commission.

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Outcomes That Last

97% fill rate. 99% one-year retention. 75+ C-suite and 150 Director/VP placements. You get leaders who stick and perform.

OUR PROCESS

HERE'S HOW WE PARTNER WITH YOU

WE LEARN. 

Our first step together isn’t about resumes or job boards. It’s about listening. We sit down with you to understand what makes your company tick: your values, your team dynamic, and the kind of impact you want new hires to make. From there, we don’t just take notes. We plug in as if we’re part of your crew. That perspective lets us sharpen your approach to hiring, show candidates why they should be excited to join you!

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WE DON'T WAIT FOR TALENT. WE HUNT.

We connect with a diverse array of industries, networks, and communities, guaranteeing that you encounter candidates from various backgrounds who are both skilled and driven. Through blend of research tools, collaborative recruiting, innovative sourcing strategies, and a dedicated emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion, we identify professionals who may not be actively seeking new roles but are open to the right opportunity. 

WE INTERVIEW.

We handle the heavy lifting of screening so you only see the strongest options. We ask the right questions to reveal skills, fit, and motivation, so your decision is clear and confident. At the same time, we make sure every candidate has a positive impression of your company, strengthening your reputation in the talent market.

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CANDIDATE PRESENTATION.

You don’t need a stack of resumes, you need real options. That’s why we narrow the field to 3–5 candidates who are truly ready to succeed in your role. With each introduction, we explain not just their strengths, but also any challenges you’ll want to consider. Since we work on a flat fee, our only priority is finding the right match, not pushing the expensive candidate. You’ll have the clarity to run focused interviews and the confidence to choose the person who fits your team best.

FULL TRANSPARENCY.

We believe hiring should never feel like a black box. That’s why our process is completely transparent, you follow along in real time through our client portal. You’ll see the candidates we’re reaching out to and where they are in the search process.​When candidates are ready for your team to meet, we package everything you need in a clear profile: their resume, LinkedIn, recruiter insights, salary expectations, and any other details we’ve aligned on. No surprises, no guesswork, just the full picture so you can make smart, confident decisions.

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Driven by Referrals. Defined by Results.

90%

92%

99%

of clients return for more search

of new partners comes
from referrals

search fill-rate 

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Our Mission

We believe in the significance of giving back to our community. That's why we donate 1% of our profits from each search to support local organizations like No Kid Left Hungry, Mile High United Way, and Canine Partners of the Rockies.

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Denver’s Premier Recruiting Search Partner

While we operate globally, our roots in Colorado give us unique insights. We’ve placed:

2 Food & Beverage CEOs along the Front Range

17 Director level & above executives across multiple industries

14 CTOs in Boulder’s startup ecosystem

4 manufacturing COOs in Colorado Springs

1 President in Loveland

Hiring for Director to C-suite positions

Growing teams by filling key roles that keep the business moving

Get in Touch

High Altitude Recruiting

303.929.2386

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