Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Premier Staffing & Recruiting Partner Nationwide
The HT Group stands as a reputable nationwide management consulting, staffing, and recruiting agency committed to integrity, transparency, and trust. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in connecting job seekers with employers across industries like accounting, IT, manufacturing, and executive-level roles. Our services include temporary staffing, direct hire placements, retained executive search, and project-based consulting, all delivered with a personalized approach.Founded by lifelong friends Mark Turpin and Jim Gilliam, our firm prioritizes deep relationships, urgency, and follow-through to ensure optimal matches for both clients and candidates. Recognized by Forbes and Inavero as a top staffing firm, we combine national reach with local market expertise to transform workforce solutions.
Services
Staffing Services
Executive Search
Technical Recruiting
Management Consulting
Retained Search
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We combine nationwide reach with local market expertise in Austin and Beaumont.
- Our dedicated team ensures personalized attention and urgent, tailored solutions.
- Award-winning services recognized by Forbes and Inavero for client satisfaction.
- We specialize in vetting candidates thoroughly to ensure the right fit every time.
- Founders with decades of industry experience lead a values-driven organization.
Associations and certifications
- Forbes America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms
- Inavero Best of Staffing
What people say
Reliable staffing solutions
Personalized service
Successful placements
Responsive recruiters
Industry expertise
Services
Staffing Services
Our award-winning staffing services provide temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire solutions across industries like accounting, customer service, and manufacturing. We rigorously vet candidates to ensure cultural and skill-based alignment with client needs. With nationwide reach and local expertise in Austin and Beaumont, we deliver prompt, personalized workforce solutions tailored to evolving business demands.
Executive Search
We specialize in retained and contingency executive search for C-level, management, and hard-to-fill roles. Our recruiters leverage deep industry networks and customized vetting processes to identify leaders who align with organizational values. Clients benefit from our focus on long-term fit, urgency, and a proven track record placing executives in finance, sales, and technical sectors.
Technical Recruiting
Our technical recruiting division connects employers with IT professionals in DevOps, system administration, and emerging technologies. We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services, prioritizing candidates with proven technical expertise. Clients gain access to pre-vetted talent pools and recruiters who understand the nuances of specialized technical roles.
Management Consulting
We provide project-based consulting and interim executive services to address strategic business challenges. Our consultants specialize in operational optimization, financial reporting, and technology implementation, delivering actionable solutions for growth. Clients receive flexible engagement models, including fractional leadership and deliverable-driven project teams.
Retained Search
Our retained search services offer dedicated, consultative recruitment for senior-level and niche roles. This exclusive partnership ensures priority attention, in-depth candidate pipelines, and customized onboarding support. Employers benefit from reduced time-to-hire and access to passive talent markets through our industry-specific expertise.
People
Mark Turpin
CEO & Founder
Mark Turpin co-founded The HT Group after identifying gaps in staffing industry commitment. With over 20 years of leadership experience, he drives the firm's strategic vision while maintaining a focus on client relationships and operational excellence.
Jim Gilliam
Co-Founder
Jim Gilliam co-founded The HT Group alongside Mark Turpin. His career spans decades in staffing and consulting, emphasizing ethical practices and long-term partnerships that align with the company's core values.
Questions
What industries does The HT Group specialize in?
We serve industries including accounting, IT, manufacturing, healthcare, sales, and executive leadership roles.
Do you offer both temporary and permanent staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide temporary staffing, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements across all service lines.
How does your executive search process work?
Our executive search combines retained and contingency models with rigorous candidate vetting and cultural alignment assessments.
Are your services available outside of Texas?
Yes, while we have offices in Austin and Beaumont, we operate nationwide with remote and on-site capabilities.
What sets The HT Group apart from other staffing agencies?
We prioritize relationships, urgency, and personalized service, backed by 20+ years of industry experience and awards.
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Reviews (6)
Preston Rodriguez
Jan 05, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
HT group did an excellent job of finding employees with long lasting potential, matching clients skillset with our requirements. Wonderful team!
HT group did an excellent job of finding employees with long lasting potential, matching clients skillset with our requirements. Wonderful team!
Jill Krieger
Dec 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
The HT group helped us place a candidate in a role that we had previously struggled to fill. They were responsive, professional and proactive. I appreciate all the work they did to help us get the role filled!
The HT group helped us place a candidate in a role that we had previously struggled to fill. They were responsive, professional and proactive. I appreciate all the work they did to help us get the role filled!
Jasmine
Aug 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Literally life changing organization. I resigned from my previous job, and wanted to explore opportunities that would allow me to grow professionally and personally. So blessed to have the HT Group apart of this journey. 10/10 Recommend.
Literally life changing organization. I resigned from my previous job, and wanted to explore opportunities that would allow me to grow professionally and personally. So blessed to have the HT Group apart of this journey. 10/10 Recommend.
Alicia Benitez
Jun 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I have worked with other temp agencies but the staff at HT staffinf is very professional but friendly. I can call with any question and some gets back with me. When I started looking again for a job, they made time to talk to me about my job experience. I feel appreciated! Thank you HT Staffing!
I have worked with other temp agencies but the staff at HT staffinf is very professional but friendly. I can call with any question and some gets back with me. When I started looking again for a job, they made time to talk to me about my job experience. I feel appreciated! Thank you HT Staffing!
Olivia Anderson
Jun 05, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
My recruiter was knowledgeable and definitely hit the target. I explained my goals and career path and she put me Right on track. Ive worked with many temp agencies, but I know The HT Group put me in the right position at the right time. I couldnt be happier right now. Thank you Monica Smirdele and the team.
My recruiter was knowledgeable and definitely hit the target. I explained my goals and career path and she put me Right on track. Ive worked with many temp agencies, but I know The HT Group put me in the right position at the right time. I couldnt be happier right now. Thank you Monica Smirdele and the team.
Nikki Buaphan
May 24, 2021
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Getting a good paying job with great pay in less than a blink of an eye! HT Group has found me a place with GTT communications and I have never been a better fit for a position!the onboarding process is laid out for you. No confusion what so ever. Didnt have to wait for direct deposit setup as the usual get first check in paper form.. NOPE! Direct deposit hit quick! They knew my work background, ethics, skillsets and placed me correctly! Thanks HT Group. I hope I retire here with GTT Communications
