How NearTalent Works
A transparent, streamlined process designed to get your Canadian company qualified LatAm talent in 10 business days. No wasted time, no surprises, no hidden fees.
Start the ProcessNot a marketplace algorithm. Not 100% manual scouting. We combine AI agentic sourcing that amplifies the team with structured STAR + competency interviewing and human curation. Zero machine decisions on who reaches your shortlist.
AI Agentic Sourcing
Our AI agentic layer scans the 25,000+ candidate pool and performs preliminary ranking against the competency scorecard. It doesn't decide. It amplifies the team's reach.
STAR + Competency Interview
Every finalist goes through a structured STAR interview (Situation-Task-Action-Result) with a 1-5 competency scorecard, evidence quoted from the answer, and validated professional references. Replicable protocol, not casual chat.
Human Curation
Final shortlist reviewed and signed off by Pamela Herrera (Chief Talent Officer) or a senior of her team. 15+ years of screening experience. If she wouldn't hire this person into her own team, she won't send them to yours.
Timeline: brief on day 1 → agentic sourcing days 2-5 → STAR + competency screening days 5-8 → curated shortlist on day 10 → client interviews days 11-17 → offer and close days 18-21. Median measured across 1,000+ placements since 2016. Same protocol for Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Ottawa buyers.
Discovery & Brief Alignment
We start with a focused consultation to understand exactly what your Canadian team needs. Not just the job description, but the team dynamics, technical environment, growth stage, and culture that will make this hire successful.
Role requirements, tech stack, team context, budget range (USD or CAD), timeline
Refined candidate profile, salary benchmark, sourcing strategy, timeline confirmation
Sourcing, Vetting & Shortlisting
Our specialized recruiters activate our network of 25,000+ pre-screened LatAm professionals. Each candidate goes through English evaluation, experience validation, and culture fit screening. For Tech and Data roles, your team leads the technical assessment to ensure the right match for your stack.
Talent pool screened
Candidates presented
Vetting process
Interview, Offer & Onboarding
You interview your top candidates directly. We coordinate scheduling, provide interview guides, handle offer negotiation, advise on Canadian compliance structure (CRA contractor rules, T4A reporting, PIPEDA safeguards, CASL for marketing hires), and support onboarding to ensure a smooth start.
Contractor vs EOR guidance, CRA / T4A reporting notes, PIPEDA & CASL orientation, local LatAm labor law briefing
If the hire doesn't work out, we find a replacement at zero additional cost
No upfront fees. You only pay when you hire.