Recruit at the highest level

We provide recruiters with top customers, powerful AI tooling, and operational support to superpower their agencies.

  • Michael

    $100k

    per month

    30+

    active clients

  • Tom

    $70k

    per month

    3+

    retainers

    Tom

    $70k

    per month

    3+

    retainers

  • Dan

    $200k+

    net commission

    50+

    roles

  • Tony

    20+

    hires

    2 mo

    time span

  • Joey

    $120k

    net commision

    20+

    active clients

Rebuilt for modern recruiters

We automate the operational work so recruiters can focus on matching, placements, and earnings.

01

Get matched to high-quality roles

Work directly with fast-growing companies hiring for roles that match your expertise.

02

Let agents handle repetitive workflows

Automate coordination, scheduling, follow-ups, and pipeline updates behind the scenes.

03

Recruit with better context

Access hiring manager feedback, compensation benchmarks, and ideal candidate profiles before sourcing.

04

Submit and track candidates

Collaborate directly with hiring teams through synced ATS workflows and live candidate updates.

Pipeline tracking

Interview alerts

05

Increase placements and earnings

Spend less time on admin work and more time sourcing, matching, and closing candidates.

4 Placements / mo

$160,000

$0

$250k+

AI that superpowers you

We’ve built internal tools and partnered with others to automate sourcing and boost your placement success.

AI candidate scanning

Our AI reads intake notes and JDs to generate instant match-probability scores.

Founding

4/4 Match

Fullstack Engineer

Series A • Remote • $180k-240k

Next.js

Vercel

AI candidate scanning

Our AI reads intake notes and JDs to generate instant match-probability scores.

Founding

4/4 Match

Fullstack Engineer

Series A • Remote • $180k-240k

Next.js

Vercel

Automated submissions

Drag a resume. We parse through it, score the candidate, and set up the intro for you.

Submit

Parse

Intro

Automated submissions

Drag a resume. We parse through it, score the candidate, and set up the intro for you.

Submit

Parse

Intro

Partner Perks

Get exclusive discounts and perks on top recruiting tools by joining our network.

Pin + 5 Others

PROMO

Juicebox

20% OFF

Est. Value

$2,000+ / yr

AI matchmaking

Submit one exceptional candidate to several roles instantly without delay.

Why top recruiters choose us

01

Direct team support

1:1 Slack support channels for every recruiter so your candidates never fall through the cracks.

02

Our 48h feedback loop

We require fast responses within 48h from every client so your candidates never sit idle in an ATS.

03

Selective network

Our platform self-selects for active and high-quality recruiters, so you can operate in a specialized network.

04

Trusted autonomy

Top performers earn more trust: direct customer access, auto-approved submissions, and priority in searches.

05

Meaningful compensation

High performers earn more: bonuses for volume and onsites, plus placement fees on every hire.

Made for every recruiter

Made for every recruiter

We maintain a <10% acceptance rate and our ecosystem is built for three specific profiles.

We maintain a <10% acceptance rate and our ecosystem is built for three specific profiles.

PROFILE 1

Freelancer

For solo recruiters who want to earn real money on their own terms.

Shen, Dan, Jeevan

Ideal For

  • 360 recruiters

  • Niche specialist

  • Larger take-home revenue

PROFILE 1

Freelancer

For solo recruiters who want to earn real money on their own terms.

Shen, Dan, Jeevan

Ideal For

  • 360 recruiters

  • Niche specialist

  • Larger take-home revenue

PROFILE 2

Solo agency

For solopreneurs that want to start scaling their business on Contrario.

Junaid, Will, Luise

Ideal For

  • 1–3 person teams

  • Additional sourcing help

  • Building an agency

PROFILE 2

Solo agency

For solopreneurs that want to start scaling their business on Contrario.

Junaid, Will, Luise

Ideal For

  • 1–3 person teams

  • Additional sourcing help

  • Building an agency

PROFILE 3

Boutique agency

For established firms that want Contrario as an embedded partner + new revenue stream.

Zensei, Alexander Chapman

Ideal For

  • 5+ seat teams

  • High-quality roles

  • Consistent pipeline

PROFILE 3

Boutique agency

For established firms that want Contrario as an embedded partner + new revenue stream.

Zensei, Alexander Chapman

Ideal For

  • 5+ seat teams

  • High-quality roles

  • Consistent pipeline

Built by experts, for experts

500+

Active Recruiters

freelance

“Working with Contrario has felt like having a true partner in my corner. Everything is clear, aligned, and supportive which is rare in recruiting.”

Shen Lim

Sr. Technical Recruiter, Contrario

SOLO AGENCY

"Contrario is hyperfocused on the recruiter experience, which is so refreshing in today’s market."

Alex Cheney

Founder, A Little Bit Alex

SOLO AGENCY

“Contrario is a force multiplier. I bring the recruiting expertise; they bring the access - together we close more deals, faster.”

Junaid Chowhan

Founder, Roles

Boutique Agency

“We always wanted to expand globally and Contrario has helped us to connect with startups across multiple regions.”

Parmesh Sharma

Founder & CEO, Zensei

Boutique Agency

“Top-notch. The team communicates constantly, fixes issues fast, and pushes back on clients when needed. It’s been incredible for growing our business.”

Will & Will

Founders of Will & Will Recruiting

Built by experts, for experts

freelance

“Working with Contrario has felt like having a true partner in my corner. Everything is clear, aligned, and supportive which is rare in recruiting.”

Shen Lim

Sr. Technical Recruiter, Contrario

SOLO AGENCY

"Contrario is hyperfocused on the recruiter experience, which is so refreshing in today’s market."

Alex Cheney

Founder, A Little Bit Alex

SOLO AGENCY

“Contrario is a force multiplier. I bring the recruiting expertise; they bring the access - together we close more deals, faster.”

Junaid Chowhan

Founder, Roles

Boutique Agency

“We always wanted to expand globally and Contrario has helped us to connect with startups across multiple regions.”

Parmesh Sharma

Founder & CEO, Zensei

Boutique Agency

“Top-notch. The team communicates constantly, fixes issues fast, and pushes back on clients when needed. It’s been incredible for growing our business.”

Will & Will

Founders of Will & Will Recruiting

Frequently asked questions

01

Is there a fee recruiters need to pay to access or use Contrario?

No. Contrario is free for approved recruiters, with full access to all tools and features. There are no hidden costs or subscription requirements.

02

How does payment work for placed candidates?

We use a 30/60/90-day guarantee structure that protects customers without clawing back recruiter payments. You keep every payout you’ve already earned.

03

What advantages do Contrario recruiters get?

You get high-quality roles, fast support, and AI tools that cut your sourcing time. Our platform scores candidates, drafts outreach, and keeps every submission moving.

04

How many roles can I take on at once?

You can take on as many roles as you can actively support. As long as you meet each role’s activity minimums, there’s no hard limit.

The future of hiring starts here

Ready to hire great talent fast? Get started with Contrario.