Low startup costs
Typical general setup costs · beyond the franchise fee
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Under C$5,000
- 🇺🇸 USA
- Under US$5,000
- 🇬🇧 UK
- Under £3,000
- 🇦🇺 Australia
- Under A$5,000
- 🇫🇷 France
- Under €3,000
- 🌐 Other Markets
- Under US$5,000 equivalent
Varies by country
Franchise fees & structure
Straightforward information for a considered decision.
Initial franchise fees are clearly stated for Canada, the USA, the UK, Australia and France. Requirements in other countries vary by market and are reviewed individually.
Staffmax Franchise Development
A more supported path into staffing and recruitment business ownership.
A cost-conscious business model
Built for a low-cost launch.
Build your staffing & recruitment business with low startup costs, low-cost royalties and a low monthly technology fee — backed by the Staffmax platform.
Low-cost royalties
Keep ongoing costs in focus with the Staffmax low-cost royalty model. The applicable royalty rate and how it is calculated are confirmed in the agreement for your market.
Rate and calculation confirmed by market
Low monthly technology fee
A low monthly technology fee supports access to the Staffmax technology platform. Your monthly amount, included tools and any additional charges are explained during due diligence.
Monthly amount and inclusions confirmed by market
Planning guidance, not a total investment quote or a guaranteed cost cap. These are typical general startup costs in addition to the initial franchise fee, stated in each market’s currency. Other Markets vary by country, with guidance of under US$5,000 equivalent. Budget separately for working capital, ongoing fees and any additional local requirements.
Initial franchise fee by market
What it costs to start the conversation.
The amounts below are the stated initial franchise fees for each listed market. Complete financial requirements and the relevant local agreement are reviewed during due diligence.
🇨🇦Canada
C$30,000
Initial franchise fee
🇺🇸United States
US$25,000
Initial franchise fee
🇬🇧United Kingdom
£15,000
Initial franchise fee
🇦🇺Australia
A$30,000
Initial franchise fee
🇫🇷France
€15,000
Initial franchise fee
🌐Other Markets
Varies
Reviewed by country
Important context: These are initial franchise fees only. They should not be read as a total investment figure or a quotation. Working capital, technology, marketing, local professional advice, tax, financing and ongoing obligations may apply depending on the market and the agreement.
Built to keep business moving
The support behind every active placement.
Winning a client is only the beginning. Staffmax helps franchisees keep placements moving with payroll funding and practical back-office support, so your focus can remain on recruitment, relationships and growth.
Payroll funding
Staffmax provides payroll funding to support active placements, helping you serve clients without carrying payroll funding alone.
Back-office support
Staffmax supports the back office, helping to keep core administration moving while you build client and candidate relationships.
Payroll funding and back-office support are provided in accordance with the terms of the relevant Staffmax programme and franchise agreement.
Choose your market
See the fee relevant to your enquiry.
Select a market to see the stated initial fee and understand what needs to be confirmed as part of the local franchise process.
🇨🇦 Canada
Initial franchise fee: C$30,000
The stated initial fee for Canada is C$30,000. Before committing, you will receive the information, local requirements and agreement relevant to your preferred market.
Additional startup costs
Typically under C$5,000
General startup guidance, in addition to the franchise fee. Working capital and ongoing fees are separate; local requirements are confirmed during the franchise review.
How the franchise is structured
A local business, with the Staffmax platform behind it.
Your local market knowledge and commercial leadership remain central. Staffmax brings the brand, operating framework and systems designed to support the business.
01
A local business you lead
You develop clients, candidates, sector focus and your day-to-day commercial plan in the market you know.
02
Staffmax brand and operating framework
You operate with the Staffmax name, core business systems, recruitment technology and documented support framework, including payroll funding and back-office support under the relevant programme terms.
03
Training and launch preparation
The published programme describes two training phases: one at head office and one in your local area, followed by ongoing refresher training.
04
Ongoing support and growth
Staffmax provides business development support alongside technology, marketing resources and operating guidance. National and international clients are already in place, with relevant opportunities assessed by market, sector and client requirements.
What due diligence covers
The right questions, before you commit.
The franchise review is designed to help you test the opportunity against your own background, market and financial plan.
Market-Specific Structure
Franchise structures, documentation and financial requirements are tailored to the jurisdiction and opportunity under discussion.
Launch & Working Capital
A responsible plan considers the costs required to establish and operate your business through its early growth stage.
Clear Due Diligence
We discuss current fees, technology, training, marketing and ongoing support transparently as part of the formal franchise review.
Legal note: This page provides general information only. It does not constitute an offer to sell a franchise, a guarantee of earnings or a commitment to award a territory. Any offer may be made only through the relevant formal franchise documentation and in accordance with applicable law.