Build Your Recruitment Career with Unmatched Freedom and Earnings. Thatcher Associates Self-Employed Partner Programme.
Join Thatcher Associates as a Self-Employed Partner
Imagine a recruitment career where you set your own hours, work from anywhere, and earn what your expertise deserves. At Thatcher Associates, our Self-Employed Partner Programme empowers experienced recruiters in almost any sector to take control of their careers with unmatched flexibility, cutting-edge tools, and the backing of a trusted brand. Whether you’re a parent returning to work, a digital nomad, or building a side hustle, we’re here to help you succeed—on your terms.
As a Self-Employed Partner, you’ll enjoy the freedom to work remotely, shape your schedule, and balance professional success with personal priorities. Best of all, our industry-leading compensation structure ensures your hard work unlocks rewards that are simply unmatched in recruitment.
Work Your Way : Choose your hours and location—home, a café, or while traveling. Your office is wherever you are.
Remote-First : Embrace a modern workstyle with in-person, designed to integrate seamlessly with your life.
Remote Work: The Future of Recruitment
Thatcher Associates moved from office-based to fully remote during the pandemic, and we’ve never looked back. We believe conventional office-based work practices are outdated. Remote work with regular comms on Teams and planned (optional) weekly in-person meet ups are better for integrating business with home and family life. As a Self-Employed Partner, you’ll enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere, with no commute or rigid schedules, allowing you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
Parents Returning to Work : Ease back into recruitment at your own pace, with no targets or rigid schedules.
Build your client base part-time, using evenings or weekends to earn extra income.
Ambitious Recruiters : Turn your drive into substantial rewards, with high earnings that reflect your expertise and efforts.
Operate under the Thatcher Associates brand and harness powerful tools to save time and attract top talent:
Access Apollo, Instantly ai, LinkedIn Recruiter Lite, and CV Library, or use your preferred tools.
Chrome Extension (Robin) : Pull client data from LinkedIn directly into your dashboard, eliminating manual work.
LinkedIn & Email Strategies : Get help crafting engaging content and email sequences to build your brand and connect with candidates.
Check-Ins : Join in on sessions to share strategies, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm ideas, get practical help with tools; Partner with Tree Accountancy for seamless tax returns, VAT registration (if applicable), and self-employment compliance. Offset expenses like home office or travel to maximize tax benefits.
Earn What You’re Worth - Industry-Leading Compensation
Jumpstart your business with two optional billable projects designed to build your pipeline and generate momentum. Project 1: Market Mapping & Sales Outreach : Create a targeted market map to identify key clients in your sector. Develop and launch a personalized email campaign to engage decision-makers, and book at least 3 client meetings (virtual or in-person) to pitch recruitment services. Project 2: LinkedIn Presence & Client Engagement : Build a professional LinkedIn profile optimized for recruitment, including 3 tailored posts to attract clients and candidates. Conduct targeted LinkedIn outreach to connect with potential clients and present credibility in your specialism. These projects provide a financial buffer while you establish yourself, equipping you with actionable skills and early wins to fuel your success.
Self-employment with Thatcher Associates is for motivated recruiters ready to own their success. Recruitment requires grit to handle rejections and chase leads.
Success comes from disciplined planning and focusing on multiple activities.
Understand the right mix of quality and quantity in your efforts—targeted outreach and strategic sourcing—to drive the placements that fuel your success.
Recruitment thrives on building trust and closing deals, whether pitching to clients or inspiring candidates to take the next step.
Embrace challenges with optimism and a growth-oriented approach, turning opportunities into stepping stones for your success.
Understanding your sector and building relationships are key, with our tools to support you.
If this resonates, explore building a recruitment business that works for you with Thatcher Associates.
As a Self-Employed Partner, you’ll:
Source and place candidates in agreed sectors, using our brand and tools.
Sign the Agreement : Join with our clear Self-Employment Agreement, designed to protect your independence.
# Start with Projects : Opt in to billable projects to earn up to £4,000 while building your pipeline.
# Deliver professional recruitment services with care and expertise.
Follow our branding guidelines and Terms of Business when engaging clients.
Comply with UK Data Protection Laws and maintain confidentiality.
Register as self-employed with HMRC, with Tree Accountancy’s support for tax obligations.
We handle client billing and credit control, so you can focus on recruitment. Trusted Brand : Operate under Thatcher Associates for credibility.
~ Lifestyle Fit : Perfect for anyone aiming to manage career and work life balance.
Team up with Thatcher Associates to build a recruitment career that’s truly yours. With your skills, our support, and up to £4,000 in starter projects, you have everything you need to succeed.