4 Steps for Making Split Placements in TE Network

In the world of agency recruiting, time and bandwidth are always in short supply. You’ve got hot job orders you can’t fill fast enough, or stellar candidates you can’t seem to place. The result? Missed revenue and frustrated clients.

TE Network was built to solve this exact problem. As a vetted split placement community for contingency-based recruiting firms, we offer recruiters the ability to leverage trusted partnerships to make more placements—faster and more profitably.

But how do you actually make split placements in TE Network? Whether you’re new to split deals or looking to scale your results, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the process.

And you’re already ahead of the game . . . because you’re already a TE Network member!

Step 1: Add Your Jobs and Candidates

Now that you’re a member, it’s time to contribute. TE Network thrives on participation, and the more you share, the more opportunities you create—for yourself and others.

Posting Jobs:

Through TE’s online platform, you can post jobs directly to the network. These jobs are visible to other members who may have qualified candidates to submit.

• Jobs automatically expire after 90 days, which keeps the system full of fresh, active openings.

• On average, 900 new job orders are added to the network every month—so there’s always something new to explore.

Uploading Candidates:

Have a great candidate but no fitting job order? Upload them to the Network!

• You can upload directly from your ATS (especially seamless if you’re using CATS).

• Decide if you want to share candidates selectively or broadly.

• You retain full control over visibility and engagement—others can request your candidate, but only if they have a relevant job shared to the network.

• As of now, TE Network contains over eight (8) million candidate profiles, and that number is growing daily.

Step 2: Search the Network

Here’s where the magic happens. TE Network’s database allows you to search for jobs and candidates in real time, using powerful filters and Boolean logic.

Finding Jobs:

Looking for split opportunities where you can submit candidates? You can:

• Run filtered searches by keyword, location, salary range, or industry (e.g., manufacturing, pharma, IT).

• Preview job descriptions and determine if you have someone who fits.

• Reach out to the job order recruiter before submitting—this is highly encouraged and often expected.

• Pro tip: TE Network strongly encourages recruiters to call each other. Building relationships is the backbone of a successful split placement practice.

Finding Candidates:

If you’re overloaded with job orders and need help filling roles, the candidate database is your best friend.

• Search by industry, job title, skills, location, or recency (e.g., candidates added in the last 30, 90, or 365 days).

• Once you find a promising match, request access—but remember, you must have your job order posted to the network in order to make the request.

When the candidate’s recruiter approves your request, you’ll get access to their full resume. From there, you can start the recruiting process just as you would with your own candidate.

Step 3: Communicate Like a Partner

Technology is great, but real success in TE Network comes from the relationships you build.

Before you click “submit” on that perfect resume, pick up the phone. That initial call does more than just introduce you—it lays the foundation for a strong working relationship.

On that call, you should:

• Ask how your partner likes to communicate (email, phone, ATS updates, etc.)

• Clarify what the hiring manager is really looking for

• Set expectations around timing, feedback, and candidate ownership

• Discuss how you’ll handle updates, interviews, and closing offers

Remember: this isn’t just a deal—it’s a partnership. The more clarity and rapport you build up front, the smoother the placement process will go.

Step 4: Make the Placement—and Get Paid

Let’s say your candidate nails the interviews and gets hired. What happens next?

Here’s how the money flows:

1. The job recruiter collects the full fee from the client (typically 20–25% of the candidate’s first-year salary).

2. That recruiter then pays:

   • 47% to you, the candidate recruiter

   • Keeps 47% for themselves

   • Sends 6% to Top Echelon as the brokerage fee

   • The payment structure is simple, transparent, and universally followed across the network.

What If There’s a Dispute?

TE Network has a clearly defined set of policies and procedures to guide how recruiters interact. These policies cover everything from:

• Candidate submissions

• Job updates

• Communication expectations

• Payment timelines

If there’s ever a disagreement, TE Network’s ethics board steps in to mediate and resolve the issue based on documented rules. That means you’re never left hanging, and there’s always a fair, objective process in place to protect your work and reputation.

Relationships and Integrity

Making split placements in TE Network isn’t just about sharing resumes—it’s about building relationships, following processes, and working with integrity.

Once you’re inside, the opportunities are real—and the results are measurable. With fresh jobs, millions of candidates, and a trusted partner network, you can:

• Increase your fill rate

• Say “yes” to more clients

• Earn more per desk

• Build long-term partnerships that pay off again and again

This step-by-step approach to split placements in TE Network could help you make more placements not just this year, but every year.