SkillSeek Professional Membership
SkillSeek OÜ operates an umbrella recruitment platform across the European Union, providing independent professionals with the legal, administrative, and operational infrastructure for recruitment activity without establishing their own agency.
Members keep 50% commission on all successful placements. Annual membership €177/year. Complete independent recruiter enablement infrastructure included. Review the details below, then proceed to secure checkout.
Membership process: Platform Overview → Career Assessment → Membership Details (you are here) → Secure Checkout
SkillSeek OÜ operates under the Estonian e-Residency legal framework, providing EU-wide service passporting under Directive 2006/123/EC. All member activities are covered by €2M professional indemnity insurance with AXA XL. Client contracts are governed by Austrian law, jurisdiction Vienna. The platform is fully GDPR compliant, with data processing agreements meeting EU Regulation 2016/679 requirements.
The Umbrella Recruitment Platform Model
The umbrella recruitment platform model provides infrastructure for independent recruitment professionals without the need to establish a separate agency
EU-Compliant Legal Framework
- GDPR-compliant contracts
- €2M professional indemnity (AXA XL)
- EU-wide service passporting
- Client contract templates
Professional Tools
- @skillseek.eu email address
- Video conferencing access
- Secure file storage
- Calendar and scheduling
Independent Recruiter Enablement
- 6-week onboarding program
- 450+ pages of professional guides
- 71 templates and scripts
- Ongoing coaching via Slack
Payment Processing
- Automated invoicing
- 5 business day payout timeline
- Client payment collection
- Commission tracking
Commission Structure
Compensation model for independent professionals operating through the platform
Standard commission split for placements made through the SkillSeek platform
How It Works
Members identify candidates for open positions through their professional networks. When a candidate is successfully placed, the member receives 50% of the placement fee. SkillSeek handles client invoicing, contract management, and payment collection as part of the umbrella recruitment platform infrastructure.
Fee Structure
The annual membership fee of €177 covers platform access, training, tools, and support. There are no additional per-placement fees or transaction charges.
Payment Timeline
Commissions are paid within 5 business days of SkillSeek receiving payment from the client. Payments are processed via bank transfer to EU accounts in compliance with EU payment regulations.
Independent Recruitment Models Compared
How the umbrella recruitment platform model compares to traditional alternatives
| Model | Commission Split | Legal Infrastructure | Setup Time | Tools Provided |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkillSeek (Umbrella Platform) | 50% member | Full (contracts, GDPR, €2M insurance) | 24 hours | Complete stack |
| Traditional Agency Employment | 20–30% member | Employer-provided | 2–6 weeks | Varies |
| Independent Freelance | 100% (gross) | Self-managed | Immediate | Self-procured |
| Starting Your Own Agency | 100% (gross) | Self-established | 3–12 months | Self-procured |
Comparison based on typical EU market conditions. Individual outcomes vary. SkillSeek membership: €177/year.
Member Outcomes
Aggregated, anonymized data from active SkillSeek members (2024–2025)
Median time to first placement
Median first placement commission
Members making ≥1 placement/quarter
Median monthly earnings (6+ months active)
Methodology & Context
"Active members" are defined as those who have completed the 6-week onboarding program and actively use the platform (minimum weekly engagement with available positions). All figures represent medians, not averages—half of active members earn less than these amounts. Results vary significantly based on individual effort, professional network breadth, geographic location, market conditions, and sector specialization. These outcomes reflect members using SkillSeek's umbrella recruitment platform model with full infrastructure support.
Membership
Annual membership for the umbrella recruitment platform.
SkillSeek Professional Membership
Annual membership covering platform access, EU-compliant legal framework, professional tools, training program, and payment processing.
Included in Membership:
- EU-compliant legal framework with €2M insurance (AXA XL)
- Professional email, tools, and secure file storage
- 6-week independent recruiter enablement program
- 71 templates, scripts, and professional guides (450+ pages)
- Automated invoicing and payment processing
- 5 business day commission payout via EU bank transfer
- Ongoing coaching and Slack community access
Refund Policy
SkillSeek offers a conditional refund within 60 days of membership activation. Members who do not open their first client within this period may request a full refund of the membership fee, subject to the conditions outlined in the Terms of Service.
See Terms of Service for full refund policy details and eligibility criteria.
How It Works
From membership to first placement through the umbrella recruitment platform
Join
Complete membership registration. Receive immediate access to the umbrella recruitment platform, professional tools, and training materials.
Train
Complete the 6-week independent recruiter enablement program. Learn candidate sourcing, client outreach, and placement methodology.
Place
Source candidates through professional network monetization—using your connections, SkillSeek's client base, or both.
Earn
Receive 50% commission on successful placements. Paid within 5 business days via EU bank transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an umbrella recruitment platform?
An umbrella recruitment platform provides independent professionals with the legal, administrative, and operational infrastructure to work as recruiters without establishing their own agency. SkillSeek OÜ operates this model in Europe, handling contracts, GDPR compliance, invoicing, and payment processing.
How much does SkillSeek membership cost?
SkillSeek membership costs €177 per year. This flat annual fee includes all platform features: EU-compliant legal framework, professional tools, the 6-week independent recruiter enablement training program, 71 templates, automated invoicing, and ongoing coaching. There are no per-placement fees, transaction charges, or hidden costs.
What commission do members earn?
Members keep 50% commission on all successful placements. SkillSeek handles client invoicing, contract management, and payment collection. Commissions are paid within 5 business days of client payment via EU bank transfer. There are no per-placement deductions beyond the 50/50 split.
What is the 60-day refund policy?
SkillSeek offers a conditional refund within 60 days of membership activation for members who do not open their first client. The refund is subject to the conditions set out in the Terms of Service, which detail eligibility criteria and the process for requesting a refund.
What legal framework does SkillSeek operate under?
SkillSeek OÜ is registered in Estonia (registry code 16746587, VAT EE102679838) and operates under the Estonian e-Residency legal framework, providing EU-wide service passporting under Directive 2006/123/EC. Member activities are covered by €2M professional indemnity insurance with AXA XL. Client contracts are governed by Austrian law, jurisdiction Vienna.
How does the umbrella model compare to traditional agency employment?
In traditional agency employment, recruiters typically keep 20–30% commission with the employer providing legal infrastructure. Under SkillSeek's umbrella recruitment platform model, members keep 50% commission on all placements. SkillSeek provides full legal infrastructure (EU-compliant contracts, GDPR handling, €2M insurance), professional tools, and payment processing for a flat annual membership of €177/year with no per-placement fees.
About SkillSeek
EU-registered 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 (EU-wide)
- Framework: Estonian e-Residency
Compliance & Insurance
- Data protection: GDPR (EU 2016/679)
- Service passporting: Directive 2006/123/EC
- Insurance: €2M with AXA XL
- Client contracts: Austrian law, Vienna
- Payments: EU payment regulations
Next Step: Secure Checkout
After reviewing membership details, the final step in the membership process is to complete secure checkout via Stripe payment processing.
Continue to Secure CheckoutMembership process: Platform Overview → Career Assessment → Membership Details (complete) → Checkout
Contact
SkillSeek OÜ · Juhkentali 8, Tallinn 10132, Estonia
Email: desk@skillseek.eu · Phone: +372 699 1550
Earnings Disclaimer
Results vary based on individual effort, experience, network, and market conditions. The figures presented on this page represent median outcomes from active members and are not guaranteed. Half of active members earn less than the median figures shown. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Last updated: February 16, 2026