Legal setup. Branding. Website. Operations.
Instant infrastructure
With your input, we stand up everything you need to run your business so you are ready to close placements as soon as possible.
Recruiter launch infrastructure
From producer to founder, overnight.
Launch your own recruiting agency with done-for-you legal, tech, and back-office support so you can focus on what you do best: placing talent.
Launch ReadinessActive
100%your brand
Entity and contractsHandled
Website and brandBuilt
Tech stackReady
Back officeCovered
100%Founder-owned brand and client relationships
0Equity taken by Catalyst Recruiter
2+Weeks to a lean launch path
$300K+Annual billing signal for founder readiness
Our Offering
You recruit. We take care of the rest.
Catalyst Recruiter gives high-performing producers the operating foundation to launch an independent recruiting business at a professional level from day one.
Launch lane
Refine your launch
Choose a name, define your company mission and strategy, and identify your initial business model.
Launch lane
Legal formation
File with state and local governments, set up tax-aware entity structure, operating agreements, registrations, and registered agents.
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Branding and design
Build the logo, color system, social profiles, business cards, and first layer of sales collateral.
Launch lane
Website development
Launch a complete site with copy, imagery, SEO basics, hosting, domain setup, and social optimization.
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Key tech setup
Configure email, branded software, recommended tools, and the workflow stack needed to start placing talent.
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Contract templates
Prepare client service agreements, contract staffing agreements, direct hire agreements, retained search agreements, rate exhibits, and fee confirmations.
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Sales and recruiting process
Install a repeatable operating process so the firm can launch quickly and keep improving after the first placements.
Our expertise becomes yours
Your clients. Your brand. Your rules.
Launch with the infrastructure of an established agency: legal support, brand, technology, operations, and a back office built by people who understand staffing.
Your clients. Your relationships. Your future.
Own your brand
No more recruiting under someone else's banner. You keep control of the company you are building.
Stay solo, or build a team.
Built for scale
Catalyst Recruiter supports the first launch and the next stage of growth, from solo producer to operating company.
The founder move
The era of big-agency recruiting is over.
Catalyst puts you in control. Launch your firm, keep your upside, and recruit like a founder, not an employee.
Our Story
Built to dismantle the barriers holding independent recruiters back.
Our founders bring decades of combined experience across high-growth recruiting, digital marketing, startup operations, and business-building. Catalyst Recruiter exists to make independence feel less like a risky leap and more like an operating plan.
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FAQs
Questions recruiters ask before making the jump.
Do you help with client and candidate sourcing?
Yes. Beyond back-office support, we provide training on lead generation, candidate pipelines, and outreach strategies, plus shared access to premium databases and sourcing tools.
How long until my agency launches?
As fast as 2 weeks for a lean start, or 3 months for a fully branded agency with a custom site, logo, and job boards. The best move is often to start while employed so the foundation is ready before the jump.
What if I want to leave Catalyst Recruiter later?
You are free to go anytime. Most agencies stay until they hit 10+ recruiters and need in-house operations. Even then, we can help transition the operating layer smoothly.
I hate finance and operations. Should I still start an agency?
Yes. Catalyst Recruiter is built for recruiters who want the rewards of ownership without the back-office headaches. We handle compliance, payroll, invoicing, and technology so you can focus on placements and brand.
What if I have a non-compete?
We help you review your situation with qualified legal experts and think through a smart launch strategy. The goal is to move carefully, not blindly.
How much savings do I need to launch?
Unlike going fully solo, Catalyst helps cover operating costs until your first placements are paid. We still recommend having 2-3 months of living expenses saved as a safety net while you ramp.
How much experience do I need to start?
If you can consistently bill $300K+ per year, you are likely ready. Catalyst Recruiter shortens the learning curve with frameworks, mentorship, and tools to accelerate the move from producer to founder.
Can I hire recruiters and scale my agency?
Absolutely. Once your agency is live, we help you think through when to hire, how much runway you need, and how to structure the team. Scaling is part of the journey.
Does Catalyst Recruiter take ownership or equity in my agency?
No. Catalyst Recruiter is your support system, not your shareholder. For a revenue-based fee, we handle the operating backbone so your company remains your company.
Think Catalyst is right for you?