I don’t have to tell you that recruiting today is faster, more competitive, and more data-driven than ever. So . . . I won’t.
Matthew Deutsch
But as we’ve emphasized in previous articles in The Pinnacle Newsletter Blog, the gap between average recruiters and top performers often comes down to one thing: having the right tools to move quickly, stay organized, and engage candidates at the right moment.
Why do I bring this up? Great question.
Because if you’re currently using TE Recruit on the Standard or Legacy Tier, upgrading to the Professional Tier could give you the edge for which you’ve been looking on your recruiting desk and/or within your recruiting agency. (I know that last sentence read a little weird, but it is grammatically correct.)
It is my goal with this article to convey just how much value the Pro Tier offers to users of TE Recruit, especially when you consider how much little extra you’re paying for month. And as you’ll see, you may not have to pay anything extra.
Speaking of which . . .
More Power for Just $20 More Per User
Let’s start with the question everyone asks: What does it cost?
The Professional Tier is just $20 more per user, per month than Standard. And here’s where it gets even better:
- If you switch to the annual Pro plan, the total yearly cost equals what you’d pay for Standard on a monthly plan
- That means you can access the full Professional Tier without increasing your overall annual spend
This is one of those rare situations where you truly get more value for the same money.
The Professional Tier is designed to eliminate inefficiencies and help your team focus on placements and not processes. With tools like Automations and Sequencing, you can streamline repetitive tasks, standardize communication, and keep candidates moving through your pipeline.
Add in Smart-TE AI tools for job descriptions and search strings, and you’re both saving time and accelerating your entire workflow.
API Integration: A More Connected Ecosystem
One of the most powerful features in the Pro Tier is API access.
With TE Recruit’s Open API, your ATS becomes the hub of your recruiting tech stack. You can:
- Integrate with CRMs, analytics tools, and internal systems
- Automate data sharing across platforms
- Eliminate duplicate data entry
- Customize workflows to match your business
Instead of adjusting your process to fit your software, TE Recruit adapts to you.
Inbound Email Sync: From Manual Tracking to Full Visibility
Recruiting lives in email, but tracking those conversations has always been a challenge.
With Inbound Email Sync (now available for Microsoft users and coming soon for Google Workspace), TE Recruit automatically logs incoming emails directly into the system.
This means:
- No more manual logging
- Complete communication history for every candidate and client
- Better collaboration across your team
- More consistent, accurate data
As highlighted in The Pinnacle, this shift transforms your applicant tracking system into a true system of record, one that reflects real activity without extra effort.
AI That Works Like a Recruiting Assistant
One of the biggest advantages of the Professional Tier is access to Smart-TE AI tools, which are features not available in the Standard Tier.
These include:
- AI Job Description Generator: Instantly create detailed, high-quality job descriptions based on role requirements
- AI Search String Generator: Build optimized Boolean search strings to find better candidates faster
Instead of starting from scratch, you can generate, refine, and deploy critical recruiting assets in seconds. This not only saves time, but also improves the quality and consistency of your outreach and sourcing.
Even More Features That Drive Results
The Professional Tier also includes:
- 100 GB of storage (vs. 10 GB on Standard)
- Up to 10,000 emails per month
- Weekly data backups
- Custom forms, reporting tools, and more
These capabilities work together to reduce administrative burden, improve candidate engagement, and shorten time-to-fill.
The Bottom Line
Every minute you spend on manual tasks is time you’re not spending on placements. The Professional Tier helps you reclaim that time and turn it into revenue.
Ready to see the Pro Tier in action? Schedule a free personalized demo with a Pro Tier Specialist to explore how these features can transform your recruiting strategy:
Yes, I want a demo of the Pro Tier!
At Top Echelon, we’re committed to helping you succeed. We’ve been doing it for the past 38 years and we’re excited to continue this tradition of excellence.
Upgrade to the Pro Tier today and start making more placements!
