The challenge for smaller businesses
According to Career Moves Group's 2026 British Job Market analysis, 76% of employers still report difficulty filling positions despite a softer overall market. For SMEs, the challenge is sharper: limited brand recognition makes it harder to attract applications, and traditional agency fees of 15 to 25% of salary can feel steep for a business hiring just one or two people a year.
Access to 15 million+ candidates from day one
Reed.ai draws on the same pool of 15 million+ searchable candidates as the UK's largest employers, backed by 66 years of Reed recruitment expertise. From your first role posted, your business has the same reach as organisations that have spent years building their hiring infrastructure.
A cost structure that works for smaller budgets
Reed.ai charges just 8% on successful placements, with a monthly subscription of £1.99 plus VAT. You can cancel any time. You only pay the placement fee if you hire, keeping the risk low for businesses that hire infrequently.
No recruitment experience needed
Reed.ai guides you through hiring using voice or text. You answer some questions and describe the role, and Reed.ai searches for relevant candidates, builds a shortlist, and schedules interviews. For a founder or manager hiring their first team member, this removes the most time-consuming parts of the process entirely.
Backed by a name candidates trust
Reed.ai is part of the Reed family, which includes Reed.co.uk, one of the UK's most visited job sites. Candidates who receive an approach through Reed.ai know they are dealing with a verified, trusted employer, which is a meaningful advantage for smaller businesses that have not yet built up their own employer brand.
Craig Chard, Product Manager, Reed.ai
11/05/2026