Specialized Industry Staffing (Healthcare, IT, Engineering)

Specialized staffing agencies generate $600,000-$8,000,000 annually with 25-45% margins.

In 2025, specialized expertise commands premium placement fees.

Specializations include healthcare staffing (nurses, medical), IT and technology staffing, engineering and technical, accounting and finance, legal staffing, and skilled trades.

Revenue from specialized temp markups (50-80% over pay), direct hire fees (20-30% of salary for specialized roles), contract-to-hire conversions, consulting and contractor placement, and specialized screening/testing.

Successful specialized agencies deeply understand industry needs and terminology, recruit from specialized talent pools, command premium fees for niche expertise, build industry-specific networks, and provide consultative placement services.

Businesses in specialized industries as clients.

Marketing through industry conferences and associations, specialized job boards, industry publications, professional networks, and specialized recruiting reputation.