Insight Global is one of those staffing partner companies that companies call when they need talent fast, especially for contract roles, contract-to-hire, or direct placement across IT and other functions. But if you’ve tried to find a neat pricing page, you already know the catch.
Insight Global doesn’t publish a public price list. Pricing is typically set through your agreement, most often as an hourly bill rate (for contractors) or a percentage-based fee (for direct hires), with specifics tied to the role, market, urgency, and contract terms.
This guide breaks down how Insight Global pricing usually works, the hidden costs that can inflate your invoice, and what you’ll realistically pay, so you can budget before you commit.
Insight Global Pricing Overview
1. Contract Staffing (Hourly “Bill Rate”)
The most common model is simple on the surface: you pay a bill rate for each hour a contractor works.
Insight Global defines it clearly: the bill rate is what the client pays the staffing agency; the pay rate is what the worker earns.
What’s inside the bill rate? Insight Global explains it typically includes:
- the worker’s pay rate
- payroll taxes (e.g., Social Security/Medicare)
- benefits (like PTO/health insurance, if offered)
- onboarding/training
- sometimes extra services or “rush” sourcing fees
Translation: the gap between pay rate and bill rate isn’t just “profit”; it’s also admin, compliance, burden, and service delivery.
2. Contract-to-Hire (Bill Rate + Conversion Fee)
If you start someone as a contractor and later hire them, many staffing agreements include a conversion fee (sometimes called a buyout fee).
A public Insight Global contract example shows a conversion fee schedule tied to time on assignment, such as:
- 0–320 hours: 23% of annualized compensation
- 321–640 hours: 19%
- 641–959 hours: 15%
- 960+ hours: 0%
Your agreement may differ, but the point is: conversion can be priced in, and the timing matters.
3. Direct Hire / Permanent Placement (One-Time Placement Fee)
For direct placement, Insight Global positions its model as $0 upfront costs (you pay when a hire is made), and they mention a guarantee period tailored to the client.
That said, the actual placement fee is usually contract-defined. In the same public contract example, the placement fee is 23% of annualized compensation if the candidate is hired within 180 days of resume receipt.
4. SOW / Program-Based Work (Pricing Set in the SOW or PO)
If you’re doing a more structured engagement (program support, professional services, etc.), pricing is typically referenced in a Statement of Work (SOW) or Purchase Order (PO) rather than being “standard.”
Hidden Costs to Watch Out For
Overtime rules and premium hours
If your contractor works overtime, your total cost can rise fast depending on how your agreement handles OT multipliers.
Conversion fees (the “surprise” line item)
If your plan is “try as a contractor, hire later,” confirm the conversion schedule upfront. A sample Insight Global schedule shows fees that step down with hours worked.
“All-in cost” is bigger than the salary math
Insight Global notes that benefits, insurance, and administrative costs can add up, and even flags that these extras can total 30–50% on top of annual salary in some contexts.
Rush timelines
Insight Global mentions that additional client services or rush fees can factor into the bill rate.
What You’d Really Pay by Hiring Through Insight Global
Because Insight Global doesn’t post fixed rates publicly, the cleanest way to estimate is to budget from the bill rate and treat conversion/direct-hire fees as separate “event costs.”
Example: Contractor math (40 hrs/week)
If the bill rate you’re quoted is $110/hr:
- Weekly: 40 × 110 = $4,400
- Monthly (approx): 173.2 × 110 ≈ $19,052
- Annualized (2080 hours): 2080 × 110 = $228,800
Now add the big swing factor: conversion. Using the public sample schedule, hiring that contractor early could trigger a conversion fee as high as 23% of annualized compensation (depending on hours worked).
Advantages of Hiring Through Insight Global
Speed
Insight Global says it typically identifies and screens candidates in 24–48 hours, with onboarding for direct placement sometimes taking 1–3 days (timelines vary by process).
Flexibility
Contract staffing and contract-to-hire let you scale capacity without committing to full-time headcount immediately.
Support beyond “here’s a resume”
The bill-rate model is designed to include the operational burden (taxes, onboarding, benefits admin, etc.).
Disadvantages of Hiring Through Insight Global
Pricing isn’t really transparent until you get a quote
You’ll usually need the agreement to know your exact bill rate, terms, and fees.
Conversion fees can change your long-term math
If your goal is “temp now, hire later,” the conversion schedule can materially affect ROI depending on timing.
The “true cost” can be easy to underestimate
Even Insight Global warns that benefits/insurance/admin can add up significantly, so you want a detailed breakdown.
Transparent Pricing: South vs. Insight Global
Insight Global can be a strong fit if you need speed and a traditional staffing engine, especially for contract or contract-to-hire setups. But budgeting can get complicated when your cost includes a bill rate, potential rush factors, and a possible conversion fee if you hire permanently.
South keeps pricing simple: a transparent monthly fee that’s easier to forecast when you’re building a long-term remote team, not just filling a seat for a quarter.
If you’d like role-specific numbers, you can schedule a free call for a personalized quote; you won’t pay a cent until you make a hire.
The Takeaway
Insight Global can be a strong option when you need a traditional staffing partner that moves fast, especially for contract and contract-to-hire roles.
The main thing to remember is that pricing usually isn’t a single, fixed number. Your total cost is shaped by the hourly bill rate (which bundles more than just pay), plus contract terms like overtime rules, extensions, and what happens if you convert someone to full-time or hire directly.
To avoid surprises, ask for the bill rate and the conversion/placement terms in writing before you start, so you can budget based on the full picture, not just the headline rate.
If you want predictable monthly costs and a long-term team you can scale without renegotiating every seat, South keeps it simple with transparent monthly pricing.
Schedule a free call with us to get a role-specific quote and vetted LATAM candidates; pay nothing until you make a hire.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Insight Global publish standard rates?
They explain bill rate vs. pay rate and what goes into staffing costs, but exact client pricing is typically quote- and contract-based.
What’s the difference between bill rate and pay rate?
Insight Global defines bill rate as what the client pays, and pay rate as what the worker earns.
What is a conversion fee?
A fee that may apply if you hire a contractor permanently. One public example shows a sliding schedule that decreases as hours worked increase.
How fast can Insight Global fill a role?
They state they can typically identify and screen candidates in 24–48 hours (timing depends on interviews and decision-making).
How do I avoid “hidden” costs?
Ask for: the bill rate, overtime rules, any rush fees, conversion fee schedule, placement fee %, guarantee terms, and termination/extension rules.
