Candidate Recruitment Plus EoR Made Simple

Candidate sourcing refers to the process of identifying, attracting, and engaging potential job candidates for open positions within an organization. It involves actively searching for qualified individuals through various channels—such as job boards, social media, professional networks, and databases—before they formally apply. The goal is to build a strong talent pipeline and connect with high-potential candidates who may not be actively job hunting but are a great fit for your company’s needs.

At HQ Simple, we offer Sourcing Plus EOR services to help supplement your internal recruiting efforts. Our expert recruiters act as an extension of your team, following a streamlined three-step process—Intake, Trial, and Go Live—to understand your hiring needs, vet initial candidates, and deliver a steady flow of qualified talent. Once you've selected the candidates you want to move forward with, you can seamlessly onboard them through our Employer of Record solution, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and peace of mind.

Sourcing in recruitment refers to the process of identifying and attracting candidates for open roles. There are several types, including passive sourcing (engaging candidates who aren't actively job hunting), active sourcing (targeting those currently seeking work), internal sourcing (filling roles with existing employees or referrals), direct sourcing (building talent pipelines through a company’s own efforts), and third-party sourcing (using agencies or external recruiters).

At HQ Simple, we offer Sourcing Plus EOR, a flexible solution where our recruiters act as an extension of your hiring team. We support every stage—from candidate intake to shortlisting and onboarding—while you maintain control over final selections. Once you choose your ideal candidate, HQ Simple handles the rest through our Employer of Record service, ensuring compliance and a smooth hiring experience.

An Employer of Record (EoR) like HQ Simple and a staffing agency may seem similar, but they serve distinct functions. A staffing agency typically sources and places candidates for short-term or temp roles, often controlling who fills the position and charging higher markups for that convenience. In contrast, HQ Simple’s EoR model is designed for companies that have already identified the talent they want to hire. We become the legal employer, taking care of onboarding, payroll, taxes, benefits, and compliance — while you manage the worker’s day-to-day responsibilities, maintaining full control without the administrative burden or legal liability.

What sets HQ Simple apart even further is our Sourcing Plus EoR service — a powerful add-on for companies that need help finding talent. Our in-house recruiting team acts as an extension of your sourcing efforts, helping identify top candidates for roles in customer service, QA, HR, finance, sales, and more. Through our streamlined three-step process (Intake, Trial, Go Live), we collaborate closely with your team to ensure quality and alignment before moving forward. Once you select the candidates you want to engage, onboarding them is seamless through our EoR solution, giving you a full-service recruitment and employment model that’s both efficient and compliant. Whether you need sourcing support, employment support, or both — HQ Simple has you covered.

HQ Simple sources for a wide range of roles across multiple industries, focusing on positions that support business operations, customer service, and technical needs. Our recruiters specialize in identifying top talent for the following roles:

Customer Service: call centers, support centers, account managers

QA Technicians: quality assurance specialists, testers, IT support technicians

HR & Talent Acquisition: recruiters, sourcers, coordinators, HR generalists

Finance & Accounting: CPAs, auditors, financial analysts, accountants

Business Development: sales representatives, sales operations, account manager

Administrative Support: office clerks, receptionists, general admins, assistants

Whether you're looking to fully outsource your candidate sourcing or supplement your in-house efforts, HQ Simple’s Sourcing Plus EOR service helps streamline the process while maintaining flexibility and compliance.

Onboarding your employee through HQ Simple’s Employer of Record (EoR) service is a smooth and efficient process. Here’s how it works:

1. Candidate Selection: Once you’ve identified the talent you want to hire, you provide the necessary details (position, compensation, start date, etc.) to our team. If you’re using our Sourcing Plus EoR service, we’ll have already sourced the candidate for you, and you’ll just need to approve them.

2. Online Onboarding: Your selected candidate will complete all the necessary employment paperwork online through our secure platform. This includes e-signatures for forms like I-9s, W-4s, and other compliance documentation, ensuring everything is legally compliant from the start. If background checks are required, they’ll be completed at this stage as well.

3. Benefits and Compliance: Once the paperwork is complete and any necessary checks are cleared, we’ll enroll the employee in benefits like health insurance, 401(k), and any other eligible perks. We also ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations to make sure the employment is fully above board.

4. Payroll and Reporting: From here, we’ll handle payroll processing, including tax withholding and expense tracking. Your employee will receive timely payment via direct deposit, and you’ll have access to real-time reporting on their hours worked and any other relevant data.

By using HQ Simple, your employee is onboarded efficiently and compliantly, while you maintain full control over their job responsibilities and performance. We take care of the admin, so you can focus on growing your business.