When to Hire a Fractional Recruiter vs. a Full-Time TA Lead

Hiring a full-time TA lead feels like the responsible move — until you do the math. The reality is that a fractional recruiter outperforms a full-time hire in more situations than most founders and People leaders expect. Here's a clear-eyed breakdown of when each model wins, what the real costs look like, and how to make the call without second-guessing yourself six months later.