The smarter way to hire: trusted referrals, fixed fees, no surprises
Unlock an exclusive network of passive talent - candidates typically hidden from job boards and only reachable through costly recruitment agencies. With Pear, tap into pre-vetted professionals through trusted networks and pay solely for successful hires using our transparent, milestone-based system.
Get StartedWhy Choose Pear Network?
Transform your hiring process with our innovative platform.
Quality Talent Pool
Access pre-vetted candidates through trusted professional networks, ensuring higher quality matches.
Cost Effective
Save up to 50% compared to traditional recruitment agencies while maintaining quality.
Smart Technology
Our platform streamlines the entire hiring process with advanced matching and tracking.
Risk-Free Hiring
Only pay for successful hires, with our satisfaction guarantee and support throughout the process.
Calculate Your Savings
Compare Pear's fixed fee of R70,000 with traditional agency fees for senior-level positions.
Traditional Agency
Pear Network
Important Notes:
- • Pear's fixed fee of R70,000 applies to all senior-level positions
- • Traditional agency fees typically range from 10-35% of annual salary
- • Calculator is for estimation purposes only
- • Actual agency fees may vary based on your agreements
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Our milestone-based pricing ensures you only pay as you progress, with clear fees at each stage.
Beta Phase Special Offer
During our beta phase, there are NO fees for job postings or interviews! You only pay if you make a successful hire - zero risk to try our platform.
Job Posting
Stage 1- Targeted distribution to verified referrers
- AI-driven smart matching
- Transparent referral tracking
Interview Request
Stage 2Fixed fee for up to 5 candidates
- Pre-screened through AI & human review
- Interview up to 5 candidates
- Quality-guaranteed candidates
Successful Hire
Final StageOne-time success fee
- End-to-end candidate management
- Blockchain-based tracking & transparency
- Only pay for successful hires
Total Fee
Fixed Fee with no variables
All stages included
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about hiring with PEAR.
How much does it cost to use PEAR?
Our pricing is milestone-based:
- Job Posting – R1,825 + VAT
- Interview Request – R4,800 + VAT
- Successful Hire – R63,375 + VAT
Is the Interview Request fee per candidate?
No! The R4,800 + VAT fee covers up to 5 candidates. You can interview multiple pre-screened professionals before making your hiring decision.
When do I pay the hire fee?
The R63,375 + VAT hire fee is only charged when you successfully hire a candidate. This ensures a risk-free recruitment process—you only pay for results.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payments via EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) or eZAR stablecoin, ensuring secure and efficient transactions for all our clients.
How does PEAR find candidates?
Our AI-powered network activation distributes your job to a trusted referral network of industry professionals who recommend top talent from their networks.
How do I know candidates are qualified?
Candidates go through a dual-layer AI and human screening process, ensuring they meet your job criteria before reaching your shortlist.
Can I reject candidates?
Absolutely! You're not obligated to proceed with any candidate unless they meet your hiring requirements. You can continue reviewing candidates until you find the perfect match.
How do I track progress?
Access a real-time dashboard to track job posts, referrals, and candidate progress at every hiring milestone. Our platform provides complete transparency throughout the process.
Is my company's information secure?
Yes! Pear uses blockchain-backed security, ensuring data integrity and privacy compliance with POPIA and GDPR regulations.
Can I hire multiple candidates?
Yes! If you choose to hire more than one candidate from your job posting, an additional hire fee will apply per successful placement.
What industries do you support?
While we're sector-agnostic, we initially focus on FinTech, Technology, and Financial Services—with plans to expand into more industries.
How do I get started?
- 1Post a Job – List your vacancy for R1,825 + VAT
- 2Review Candidates – Select up to 5 candidates to interview for R4,800 + VAT
- 3Make a Hire – Only pay R63,375 + VAT when you successfully hire
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