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BountyJobs
We simplify the entire direct hire agency process to give you the real-time, data-driven clarity you need to hire better candidates, faster.
About BountyJobs
Established in 2006 by founders Jeremy Lappin and Ron Elitzur, BountyJobs operates a data-driven recruitment marketplace designed to connect corporate employers with third-party search firms and recruiting agencies. The firm has successfully raised approximately $29.8 million over several funding rounds, with notable investors including Greylock, Accel, and RPM Ventures. A significant milestone in the company's history was its acquisition by Recruiter.com in November 2024, a strategic move to create a comprehensive, end-to-end talent suite.
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The company's core business revolves around a technology platform that streamlines the engagement and management of direct-hire agencies for corporate human resources teams. It functions as a Vendor Management System (VMS) specifically for recruiting, providing clarity and control over the agency channel. Clients utilize the platform to find and engage a large pool of vetted recruiters, manage the entire process through a single portal, and leverage data analytics to optimize hiring outcomes. This centralization helps employers control costs, track performance metrics like time-to-fill and cost-per-hire, and ensure compliance.
BountyJobs' revenue model has evolved over time. Initially taking a percentage of the placement fee, its model now includes annual subscription fees for accessing the marketplace and its features. The platform offers various pricing tiers, from per-search options to enterprise-level subscriptions that include an umbrella contract for all search firm vendors, dedicated support, and advanced analytics. The service provides employers with access to a marketplace of over 14,000 recruiters, including a significant number of minority-owned agencies, to support diversity and inclusion initiatives. Key features include collaboration tools for efficient communication, a matching algorithm to connect employers with suitable agencies, and integration capabilities with existing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
At a glance
- Founded
- 2006
- Headquarters
- New York City, United States
- Sector
- eCommerce & Marketplaces
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From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series A3 investors entered at this stage
John Osher
RPM Ventures
Greylock Partners
Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage
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