FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about working with TechTree.
Getting Started
Who can become a Talent Partner?
Talent Partners are typically:
Recruiters (agency or freelance)
Operators with strong LinkedIn networks
Domain specialists with access to relevant talent
You don’t need to be a full-time recruiter — but you do need to act professionally and responsibly.
Is there a minimum time commitment?
No.
Most active Talent Partners spend:
1–3 hours per week
You can scale activity up or down at any time.
Can I pause or stop whenever I want?
Yes.
There are no lock-ins:
You can pause outreach
Stop working temporarily
Or leave the programme entirely
You’ll still be paid for any earned fees.
Roles & candidates
Are the roles on TechTree real?
Yes.
Every role:
Is actively hiring
Has budget and process confirmed
Is being worked by TechTree directly
If a role is live, it’s real.
Can I work on any role I see?
Yes — but you’ll perform best if you:
Focus on roles aligned to your network
Avoid stretching into unfamiliar seniority or geography
Quality beats volume every time.
What happens if two Talent Partners submit the same candidate?
The system prevents this.
Rules:
The first Talent Partner to submit an engaged candidate owns them
Ownership lasts 12 months
Duplicate submissions are blocked by design
This is enforced automatically.You’ll still be paid for any earned fees.You can scale activity up or down at any time.
What if a candidate I submitted is hired much later?
You still get paid.
Ownership applies:
For 12 months
Even if the hire is for a different role
Even if the process restarts later
LinkedIn outreach
Is LinkedIn outreach mandatory?
No.
Outreach is:
Optional
Opt-in only
Fully pausable
You can work entirely via manual referrals if you prefer.
How many messages are sent from my LinkedIn?
Fewer than 100 connection requests per week, well within LinkedIn limits.
Outreach is throttled and staggered to prioritise account safety.
Can I edit the outreach messages?
No.
Messages are managed centrally to:
Maintain quality
Stay compliant
Protect your reputation
If something feels wrong, pause outreach and flag it.
Can I pause outreach if I’m busy or on holiday?
Yes — and you should.
If you’re unavailable:
Pause outreach
Or notify the TechTree team
Unanswered candidate interest hurts everyone.
Screening
Do I have to do screening interviews?
No.
Screening is:
Optional
Opt-in
Paid separately
Many Talent Partners never screen — and that’s fine.
How long are screening calls?
Typically 20–30 minutes, focused and structured.
They are not full interviews or offer discussions.
Payments & earnings
When do I get paid?
You’re paid after:
The candidate starts
The client pays TechTree
Any guarantee period clears (usually 2–3 months)
You submit an invoice
Payment is made within 14 days of invoicing.
How much can I earn per hire?
Typical ranges:
Outreach hire: €1.5k–€3k
Manual referral hire: €5k–€6k
Screening stacks on top (+10%)
Exact amounts depend on role and fee structure.
Can multiple fees stack on one hire?
Yes.
You can earn from:
Sourcing
Screening
Client introduction
All contributions are tracked and combined.Exact amounts depend on role and fee structure.
What if the client never pays?
If TechTree doesn’t receive revenue, we can’t pay out.
All payments are based on revenue actually collected — this is standard in success-based recruitment.
Do I still get paid if I leave TechTree?
Yes.
You’ll still receive:
Fees for placements already made
Client-introduction revenue for 12 months after termination (for deals initiated during your engagement)
You don’t lose earned fees by leaving.
Representation & compliance
Can I keep my full-time job?
Yes.
You can work:
In-house
At an agency
Freelance
You’re only restricted from working directly or indirectly for TechTree clients you collaborated with, for 6 months after termination.
Do I need to change my LinkedIn title?
Only if you:
Use automated outreach and/or
Conduct screening calls on behalf of TechTree
In those cases, you must use an approved TechTree title (e.g. Talent Partner, Consultant).
What happens if I break the rules?
Serious breaches (e.g. impersonation, misuse of data, misleading candidates) may result in immediate termination.
We prefer early conversations over enforcement — ask if unsure.
Support & feedback
Who do I contact if something looks wrong?
Message the TechTree team at [email protected]
Or use Report a Bug in the platform
We fix issues fast — accuracy matters.
Can I give feedback on the product?
Yes — and please do.
TechTree is still evolving. Your feedback directly shapes:
Features
Workflows
Earnings mechanics
Silence is worse than criticism.
Final note
TechTree works best when:
Expectations are clear
Communication is open
Everyone acts in good faith
If something feels off:
Pause
Ask
Escalate early
We’re building this with you, not on you.
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