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HireLATAM vs Near vs Somewhere: the pricing truth.
Most LATAM staffing agencies charge 25% to 35% of first-year salary per hire. On a typical role, that can mean thousands more in recruiting fees. HireLATAM charges a flat $3,500 fee every time.
$3,500 flat fee, a 90-day replacement guarantee, and no pricing model that scales up just because the salary does.
The real numbers
What 3 hires actually costs
Based on typical LATAM hire salaries and each agency’s published or estimated pricing model.
HireLATAM
$10,500
for 3 hires
$3,500 flat fee per hire. No percentage. No monthly retainer. No hidden costs.
Save $7,500 to $26,000 vs competitorsNear
$18,000+
for 3 hires, estimated
Monthly percentage-based fee. Pricing requires form submission. Estimated here using an 18% model.
About $7,500 more than HireLATAMSomewhere
$24,000+
for 3 hires, using 35%
Percentage of first-year salary per hire, plus a deposit to start each search.
About $13,500 more than HireLATAMEstimates are based on typical LATAM hire salaries of roughly $18,000 to $28,000 annually. Near does not publish public pricing, so the Near figure is directional.
Per-role cost breakdown
Exactly how much you save per hire
Using Somewhere’s public salary data for LATAM roles and a 35% fee. Near figures below are directional estimates based on 18% of salary.
| Role | LATAM salary/year | HireLATAM | Near | Somewhere | Your savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content Writer | $18,000 | $3,500 | $3,240 | $6,300 | Up to $2,800 |
| Customer Support Rep | $13,200 | $3,500 | $2,376 | $4,620 | Up to $1,120 |
| Virtual Assistant | $15,600 | $3,500 | $2,808 | $5,460 | Up to $1,960 |
| Bookkeeper | $20,400 | $3,500 | $3,672 | $7,140 | Up to $3,640 |
| Executive Assistant | $22,800 | $3,500 | $4,104 | $7,980 | Up to $4,480 |
| Social Media Manager | $19,200 | $3,500 | $3,456 | $6,720 | Up to $3,220 |
| Financial Analyst | $28,800 | $3,500 | $5,184 | $10,080 | Up to $6,580 |
| Software Engineer | $48,000 | $3,500 | $8,640 | $16,800 | Up to $13,300 |
Salary figures are based on publicly available role pages from Somewhere. Near pricing remains estimated because it is not published openly.
Full comparison
Everything side by side
Pricing matters, but so does transparency, time-zone alignment, and whether costs multiply as you scale.
| What matters | HireLATAM | Near | Somewhere |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fee structure | $3,500 flat fee | % of salary, not public | 25% to 35% of salary |
| Fee transparency | Fully public | Requires a form | Fully public |
| Pay if no hire? | $500 deposit only | No | $500 deposit |
| Replacement guarantee | 90 days | Not specified clearly | 6 months |
| Talent geography | 100% Latin America | 100% Latin America | Philippines + LATAM + South Africa |
| U.S. time-zone overlap | Yes, core advantage | Yes | Mixed by region |
| Time to shortlist | 5 to 10 business days | Claims under 5 days | 10 to 20 days |
| English vetting | Spoken + written | Certified proficiency | Yes |
| Does pricing scale with salary? | No | Yes | Yes |
| Best for scaling multiple hires | Yes, flat fee per hire | Costs rise quickly | Costs rise quickly |
The HireLATAM difference
Why flat-fee recruiting changes everything
Percentage-based recruiting fees were built for executive search. They are a poor fit for the LATAM market because they punish you for making smart, cost-conscious hires.
Predictable budgeting
You know what hiring costs before you start. No surprises based on salary negotiations.
Scale without penalty
Hiring multiple people does not trigger bigger agency fees just because the salaries go up.
Aligned incentives
We are not incentivized to push you toward higher-salary candidates. Our fee stays the same either way.
What you can do with the savings
A team that makes 3 hires through HireLATAM instead of Somewhere can save thousands in recruiting fees. That budget can go toward payroll, onboarding, or your next hire instead of agency markup.
Common questions
Questions about our pricing
No hidden fees. No surprises. Here is exactly how it works.
Is the $3,500 really the total fee? ▾
Yes. You pay a $500 deposit to start and the remaining $3,000 upon placement. There are no monthly subscriptions and no percentage-of-salary fees.
Why is HireLATAM cheaper than Near and Somewhere? ▾
Percentage-based fees were built for executive search. In LATAM hiring, they often inflate the cost of recruiting beyond what the service actually requires.
What is included in the $3,500 fee? ▾
Sourcing, English screening, skills assessment, shortlist delivery, scheduling support, and a 90-day replacement guarantee.
What if the hire does not work out? ▾
If the hire is not the right fit within 90 days, HireLATAM will replace them at no additional placement fee.
Do you offer subscription pricing for multiple hires? ▾
Yes. Teams making multiple hires per year can explore subscription pricing options that lower the effective cost per hire even further.
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