Recruitment just got
Longlister gives you access to top freelance recruiters who deliver great candidates, fast – without the high agency fees or wasted job ads.
The GAP we're filling
Right now, you’ve got two options for finding talent. Longlister sits perfectly in the middle. We combine the reach and flexibility of job ads with the expertise of experienced recruiters without the high costs or long contracts. It’s the first platform built for businesses who want quality hires,fast and without breaking the bank.
Cheap but flooded with unqualified applicants
Job Adverts
- Get flooded with irrelevant or unqualified CVs
- Waste hours screening & filtering applicants manually
- No human touch – no one actively headhunting for you
- Attract passive or low-intent candidates
- Hard to stand out unless you pay to boost visibility
- Vetted freelance recruiters on demand
- Faster than ads, cheaper than agencies
- Choose your own timeline and budget
- No fixed contracts, no costly retainers
- Flexible, smart pricing based on urgency
Better quality, but expensive and slow
Agencies
- Large fees or long-term retainers
- Lack of transparency on candidate sourcing
- Slow turnaround times – especially for niche roles
- Rigid processes that don’t flex to your business needs
- Limited control – you wait while they work their list
How works
No onboarding or contracts — just post a job and start receiving quality CVs immediately.
Include CV count and delivery timeframe
Recruiters
Find talent, get paid,
Explore
Choose from a sea of fully qualified vacancies with clear briefs and live demand
Manage
Source and brief your candidates. Submit your best profiles and track your progress in one place
Get Paid
Earn for every approved candidate at the end of your vacancy's deadline — no hire required
Choose from a sea of fully qualified vacancies with clear briefs and live demand
Source and brief your candidates. Submit your best profiles and track your progress in one place
Earn for every approved candidate at the end of your vacancy's deadline — no hire required
Get started today
Connect with top freelance recruiters, discover hidden talent faster, and fill roles efficiently—transform your hiring process with Longlister today.
Frequently asked questions
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, email our support team and if you’re lucky someone will get back to you.
What is Longlister?
Longlister is a platform that connects businesses with experienced freelance recruiters. You post a role, select how many CVs you want, and only pay for the ones you download.
How is this different from a recruitment agency?
No retainers, no long contracts, no inflated fees. With Longlister, you’re in control of the brief, the timeline and the cost.
Who are the recruiters?
All recruiters on Longlister are vetted professionals with proven experience. Many come from top agencies or in-house teams and now work independently.
What does it cost?
You set the timeframe and number of CVs you want. Prices vary depending on how quickly you need them – the longer the window, the cheaper the rate.
What if I don't like any of the CVs?
You only pay for the CVs you download. If you don’t find a match, you don’t pay.
Can I communicate with the recruiter?
You'll be able to provide feedback on submitted CVs. This will be shared with your entire recruiter pool on the vacancy, everyone is aligned with your goals.
What if I want to hire the recruiter full-time?
We support long-term relationships – just let us know and we’ll help structure it fairly for all sides.