Specialists in recruitment debt recovery
At Sterling, we bring nearly two decades of experience working with over 300 recruitment agencies worldwide.
From sole traders to multinationals with turnovers up to $1.5bn, we understand the unique challenges of the recruitment industry and provide tailored solutions that secure your revenue without compromising client relationships.
Industry-specific expertise
Sterling is the only debt collection company with agents solely dedicated to recruitment debt recovery. Our team understands the unique challenges of the recruitment sector, from industry-specific terms of business to the typical disputes that arise.
- The only debt collection company with agents dedicated exclusively to recruitment debt.
- Deep knowledge of APSCo, REC, and Lawspeed terms and common industry disputes.
- Proven track record of resolving cases without legal action, ensuring fast payments.
Commission-only debt collection
- No-win, no-fee structure with no upfront charges.
- Late payment interest, fees, and recovery costs added to the debt where applicable.
- We pursue full contractual fees, including cases where discounted rates were breached.
Handling disputed debts & back door hires
Recruitment invoices often face disputes. Sterling successfully recovers:
- Temp-to-perm fees.
- Candidates engaged in different roles than originally intended.
- Rebates denied due to client non-payment.
- Candidates hired via another agency or third-party contracts.
- Back door hires – placements where clients bypassed the recruiter.
Comprehensive recruitment debt recovery & legal support
Sterling ensures efficient debt recovery with specialist legal support. Our recruitment sector solicitor pursues legal action only when a positive cash outcome is likely, with most cases settling before court. We also help strengthen contracts and improve processes to prevent future bad debts.
With 15+ years of expertise, a high success rate, and a commission-only model, Sterling is the trusted choice for recruitment debt recovery.
In case of any questions—don’t hesitate to contact us.
Is Sterling Debt Recovery your Missing Piece?
Identify backdoor hires efficiently
- Automated deep web searches with manual validation catch missed fees.
- Uncover backdoor hires across industries with precision.
- Receive actionable reports that simplify resolving hiring disputes.
