SkillSeek — European Recruitment Network & Umbrella Platform
SkillSeek OÜ operates a dual-sided recruitment marketplace across 27 EU member states. The company connects employers with independent recruitment professionals and provides independent professionals with a complete umbrella recruitment platform—the legal, administrative, and operational infrastructure required for cross-border recruitment activity.
Platform Structure
SkillSeek operates two interconnected service lines
For Companies
Recruitment services for employers across 27 EU member states. SkillSeek coordinates a network of independent recruiters with sector-specific expertise to source candidates for open positions. Fees are structured as milestone-based payments tied to recruitment progress.
- Milestone-based payment structure (3 stages)
- Fee: 15–20% of first-year salary
- Coverage: 15+ industry sectors
- Governed by Austrian law (client contracts)
For Independent Recruiters
The umbrella recruitment platform provides infrastructure for independent recruitment professionals: EU-compliant legal framework, professional tools, a training program, and payment processing. Members operate as independent contractors under the SkillSeek OÜ umbrella.
- Commission: 50% of placement fee
- Membership: €177/year
- Insurance: €2M professional indemnity (AXA XL)
- Legal basis: Estonian e-Residency framework
How SkillSeek Works
A dual-sided recruitment marketplace model
Network of Specialists
Independent recruiters across 27 EU member states, organized by industry specialization and geographic coverage. Members operate under the SkillSeek OÜ umbrella recruitment platform legal framework.
Matching & Placement
Employers are connected with recruiters who have relevant industry experience and regional knowledge. Multiple specialists may work on a given search concurrently.
EU Legal Infrastructure
SkillSeek OÜ provides the legal framework under Estonian e-Residency. GDPR-compliant contracts, €2M insurance (AXA XL), EU-wide service passporting under Directive 2006/123/EC.
Operational Model Comparison
Structural differences between the umbrella recruitment platform model and traditional agency employment
| Factor | Traditional Agency | SkillSeek Network Model |
|---|---|---|
| Time to hire | 8–12 weeks | Varies by role and market |
| Network size | 5–20 recruiters per agency | Distributed network |
| Geographic coverage | 1–3 countries typically | 27 EU member states |
| Payment model | Upfront retainer | Milestone-based (3 stages) |
| Recruiter commission | 20–30% (agency employed) | 50% (independent contractor) |
| Legal infrastructure | Provided by employer | EU umbrella framework (GDPR, €2M insurance) |
Operational Data
Reported figures from SkillSeek OÜ operations
Registered network members
EU countries covered
Professional indemnity insurance (AXA XL)
Industry specializations
Methodology
These figures represent aggregated operational data. "Average time-to-hire" is calculated from initiation of search to candidate acceptance for completed placements. Industry count reflects sectors with active dedicated recruiter teams. Actual results vary by role, geography, and market conditions.
Representative Placements
Selected examples from SkillSeek recruitment operations. Individual outcomes vary.
Development Team Expansion
SaaS company sourced 5 senior developers across different specialties through the SkillSeek recruiter network.
Cross-Border Engineering Recruitment
Manufacturing firm sourced 8 mechanical and electrical engineers with local language skills for an expansion into Poland.
Multi-Country Renewable Energy Staffing
Green energy project sourced solar engineers and sustainability consultants across 4 EU member states.
About SkillSeek
EU-registered recruitment network and umbrella recruitment platform provider
Registration
- Legal entity: SkillSeek OÜ
- Registry code: 16746587
- VAT number: EE102679838
- Founded: 2023
- Jurisdiction: Republic of Estonia, EU
Location
- Address: Juhkentali 8
- City: Tallinn 10132
- Country: Estonia, European Union
- Operations: Pan-European (27 EU countries)
- Framework: Estonian e-Residency
Compliance
- Data protection: GDPR (EU 2016/679)
- Service passporting: Directive 2006/123/EC
- Insurance: €2M with AXA XL
- Client contracts: Austrian law, Vienna
- Contact: desk@skillseek.eu
About SkillSeek OÜ
SkillSeek OÜ is an Estonian-registered company (registry code 16746587, VAT EE102679838) that operates a recruitment network and umbrella recruitment platform across the European Union. The company provides two interconnected services: recruitment services for employers, and operational infrastructure for independent recruitment professionals. SkillSeek is registered with the Estonian Commercial Register and operates under EU Directive 2006/123/EC for cross-border services.
Last updated: February 16, 2026