# Recruiting Agencies in Manchester, NH

Manchester anchors New Hampshire's economy with tech companies and major healthcare systems. The city attracts businesses seeking tax advantages and Boston proximity. Recruiters in Manchester can help you fill tech, healthcare and professional services roles.

## At a glance

- **14** agencies serve this market

## Top 14 ranked agencies

| # | Agency | Rating (reviews) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | [CoreMedical Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/coremedical-group) | 4.9 (323) |
| 2 | [MeCare Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/mecare-staffing) | 4.7 (18) |
| 3 | [Express Healthcare Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/express-healthcare-staffing-1) | 4.6 (110,490) |
| 4 | [WorkPath Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/workpath-staffing) | 4.4 (22) |
| 5 | [HW Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/hw-staffing-solutions) | 4.4 (868) |
| 6 | [Amergis](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/amergis) | 4.1 (498) |
| 7 | [inSync Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/insync-staffing) | 4.0 (102) |
| 8 | [MAS Medical Staffing Headquarters](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/mas-medical-staffing-headquarters) | 3.9 (29) |
| 9 | [Masis Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/masis-staffing) | 3.9 (915) |
| 10 | [CoWorx Staffing Services](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/coworx-staffing-services) | 3.9 (1,375) |
| 11 | [PeopleReady](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/peopleready) | 3.6 (16,352) |
| 12 | [Complete Labor & Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/complete-labor-staffing) | 3.5 (403) |
| 13 | [Creative Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/creative-group) | 3.4 (5,916) |
| 14 | [Advastar](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/advastar) | — |

## How These Rankings Work

Scores come from **Google Reviews** via the Google Places API — never from paid placements, and never set by the agencies themselves. We apply a **Bayesian adjusted average** to prevent small-sample distortion (a 2-review 5.0-star agency shouldn't outrank a 200-review 4.8-star one):

```
adjusted_score = (v / (v + m)) * R + (m / (v + m)) * C
```

- `v` — total reviews across all offices
- `m` — prior weight (**20**)
- `R` — the agency's weighted average score
- `C` — the platform-wide mean

So with a global mean of 4.2: an agency with **5 reviews at 5.0** scores 4.36, while one with **200 reviews at 4.8** scores 4.75. The second outranks the first because the score is backed by more evidence.

Multi-office agencies get a single weighted score across locations. Every listing is human-reviewed before publication. Scores refresh hourly. [Read the full methodology →](https://recruiterrank.co/methodology)

## FAQ

### How do Manchester salary ranges for the most-recruited roles compare to national averages?

Manchester healthcare roles typically track 8-12% below Boston metro rates but align closely with New Hampshire state medians. Staff RNs average $72,000-$82,000 versus a national median near $77,600. Allied health positions like respiratory therapists and imaging technicians sit 5-8% under coastal New England markets. Tech roles in software development and IT support remain competitive at 92-96% of national benchmarks, benefiting from the city's push into health tech and financial services. Cost-of-living advantages make real purchasing power stronger than raw salary comparisons suggest.

### What types of roles do these Manchester recruiting agencies typically fill?

Manchester agencies concentrate heavily on healthcare placements—registered nurses, physical therapists, imaging technologists and allied health professionals—reflecting the city's robust hospital systems and outpatient clinics. Several firms also staff IT roles including software developers, network engineers and cybersecurity analysts for the region's growing technology sector. Light industrial and manufacturing positions appear frequently, particularly skilled trades and production supervisors. Administrative and office support roles round out typical searches, with medical office specialists bridging both the healthcare and administrative categories that define Manchester's employment landscape.

### What questions should I ask a recruiter before signing a contract?

Ask about fee structure—contingency arrangements commonly run 20 to 30 percent of first-year salary, while retained searches involve upfront payments. Clarify replacement guarantees if a placed candidate leaves within 90 days. Request their average time-to-fill for your role type and ask how many active candidates they currently represent in your specialty. For Manchester's dominant healthcare and tech sectors, verify the recruiter's specific clinical licensure knowledge or technical stack expertise. Confirm whether they conduct reference checks and background screenings or expect you to handle those internally.

### What's typically included in a recruiting agency's fee?

Agency fees typically cover the full recruitment lifecycle: candidate sourcing and screening, skills verification, interview coordination, offer negotiation and onboarding support. For contingency placements, healthcare and tech agencies in Manchester commonly charge 20 to 25 percent of first-year salary, paid only when a candidate is hired. Retained search arrangements involve upfront payments across defined milestones. Most fees include a guarantee period of 30 to 90 days, during which the agency will replace a candidate who leaves or underperforms at no additional cost.

### If I apply through a recruiter in Manchester, do I lose negotiating power on my offer?

No. Reputable recruiters strengthen your position by coaching you through expectations and providing market intelligence on what Manchester's healthcare systems and tech employers are actually paying. They're compensated by the hiring company—commonly 20 to 30 percent of first-year salary on contingency—so they benefit when you negotiate up. The risk lies in working with inexperienced recruiters who rush placements or misrepresent your flexibility. Before committing, ask how they've supported candidates through recent offer negotiations and whether they'll stay involved through acceptance.

## Explore

### Nearby cities

- [Portsmouth, NH](https://recruiterrank.co/city/portsmouth-nh) — 16 agencies
- [Nashua, NH](https://recruiterrank.co/city/nashua-nh) — 13 agencies
- [Bedford, NH](https://recruiterrank.co/city/bedford-nh) — 11 agencies

### Top industries in Manchester

- [Manufacturing](https://recruiterrank.co/industry/manufacturing) — 4 agencies
- [Healthcare](https://recruiterrank.co/industry/healthcare) — 4 agencies
- [Industrial](https://recruiterrank.co/industry/industrial) — 3 agencies
- [Administrative](https://recruiterrank.co/industry/administrative) — 3 agencies
- [Finance](https://recruiterrank.co/industry/finance) — 3 agencies
- [Nursing](https://recruiterrank.co/industry/nursing) — 3 agencies