Merit Personnel & Consulting

Business Details

42 Years

experience

Your Trusted Partner for Staffing Solutions

Since 1984, Merit Personnel & Consulting has established itself as a trusted leader in the staffing industry, dedicated to connecting businesses with qualified professionals for both temporary and permanent roles. Headquartered in New York, our team specializes in delivering tailored staffing solutions across diverse sectors including administrative, technology, financial, real estate, entertainment, legal, and insurance industries. Our commitment to understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations ensures precise matches that foster long-term success.

With decades of experience, we prioritize efficiency, transparency, and reliability, offering services such as same-day temporary staffing, temp-to-perm transitions, and comprehensive permanent hiring support. Our insured and bonded temporary employees provide cost-effective flexibility, while our rigorous candidate vetting process guarantees quality placements. By combining personalized service with competitive rates, we empower businesses to focus on growth while confidently addressing their staffing challenges.

Services

Temporary Staffing Temp-to-Perm Staffing Permanent Staffing Administrative Staffing Technology Staffing Financial Staffing Real Estate Staffing Entertainment Staffing Legal Staffing Insurance Staffing

Details

Year established: 1984

Highlights and features

We have over 35 years of experience in specialized staffing across multiple industries.
Our temporary employees are fully insured and bonded up to $5 million.
We offer competitive rates for both temporary and permanent placement services.
Same-day delivery of temporary staff for urgent staffing needs.
Our personalized candidate vetting ensures precise, long-lasting placements.

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Services

Temporary Staffing

Merit Personnel provides immediate temporary staffing solutions for urgent workforce gaps, including same-day delivery of pre-vetted candidates. Our temps handle roles like administrative support, event coordination, and project-based tasks without adding to your payroll. Fully insured and bonded, our temporary employees offer flexibility and cost savings while maintaining productivity during absences or peak periods.

Temp-to-Perm Staffing

Our temp-to-perm service allows businesses to evaluate candidates in real-world settings before committing to permanent hires. This approach reduces risk and conversion fees while ensuring cultural and skill alignment. Ideal for companies uncertain about long-term staffing needs or budget constraints, this solution combines flexibility with the potential for seamless transitions to payroll.

Permanent Staffing

Merits permanent staffing service identifies and places top-tier talent for long-term roles, saving clients time and resources. We manage the entire processfrom candidate sourcing and skill verification to background checksensuring efficient hires. Our expertise spans industries like finance, legal, and technology, delivering professionals who align with organizational goals and culture.

Administrative Staffing

Specializing in administrative roles, Merit supplies skilled professionals for executive assistants, HR associates, and office managers. Our candidates handle tasks like calendar management, document preparation, and interdepartmental coordination. With expertise in both temporary and permanent placements, we ensure smooth office operations and executive support tailored to client needs.

Technology Staffing

Merits technology staffing solutions connect businesses with IT professionals for roles ranging from software development to cybersecurity. Our candidates possess verified technical skills and industry-specific experience, ensuring seamless integration into teams. Whether for short-term projects or permanent leadership roles, we deliver talent that drives innovation and operational efficiency.

People

Fred Cohen

President

Fred Cohen leads Merit Personnel & Consulting with decades of staffing industry expertise, driving strategic growth and client satisfaction through innovative solutions.

Nicole DuPont

Director of Recruitment

Nicole DuPont oversees recruitment operations, ensuring precise candidate-company matches by leveraging deep industry knowledge and personalized candidate engagement.

Greg Hueth

Vice President

Greg Hueth manages key client relationships and staffing strategies, combining operational insight with a focus on long-term placement success across diverse sectors.

Margaret Kennedy

Recruitment Consultant

Margaret Kennedy provides candid career advice and placement services, drawing on extensive experience to guide candidates through competitive job markets.

Veronica Cusack

Recruiter

Veronica Cusack specializes in connecting professionals with opportunities in administrative and executive support roles, prioritizing candidate strengths and client needs.

Questions

What industries does Merit Personnel & Consulting specialize in?

We specialize in administrative, technology, financial, real estate, entertainment, legal, and insurance staffing solutions.

Can Merit provide temporary staff on short notice?

Yes, we offer same-day delivery of pre-vetted temporary employees for urgent staffing needs.

What is the temp-to-perm staffing process?

Temp-to-perm allows you to evaluate candidates in your workplace before hiring permanently, reducing risk and conversion fees.

Are Merit's temporary employees insured?

All temporary staff are fully insured and bonded up to $5 million for your protection.

How does Merit ensure quality placements?

We conduct one-on-one candidate assessments, verify skills and references, and align placements with client-specific requirements.

Does Merit offer permanent hiring services?

Yes, we manage end-to-end permanent staffing, from sourcing to background checks, ensuring qualified, culture-fit hires.

Reviews (6)

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Erin Rodriguez

Mar 11, 2021 Report

I absolutely love this company I had a fantastic experience with them. Philip Goldman is a great person to work with. He is so incredibly helpful and super resourceful. I highly recommend this company!

Jessica Montez

Jun 10, 2019 Report

Super helpful and honest. finding a job is hard. I had to be patient and they were there every step of the way.

Bria W.

Mar 21, 2019 Report

I just have to share my phenomenal experience with this company! I was referred to Merit by a friend and she told me that smaller agencies were more reliable because they spent more time focusing on you and it's true! Everyone in the company made me feel welcomed since day one and they always followed up before and after they sent me out on interviews. Manaya was my assigned recruiter and she stayed on top of me and frequently sent me knew positions that I'd be interested in.

Even though I was discouraged with not getting certain jobs I was always provided with great feedback and Manaya never stopped finding opportunities for me. All of the staff were involved in helping me with my journey and this week I was offered a position in my field. It's all about patience and not getting too discouraged! Every single person in this company was helpful down to the receptionist! Thank you Merit personnel! I will refer everyone I know to you! Lol

Veronica Carrero

Jan 02, 2019 Report

They are great and very professional. I'll be honest, I've been to quite a few recruiters where I just felt like they just don't care about what you are really looking for and just trying to fill a position. Not here, they took time to ask me what I was looking for and what my expectations were. The communication was great and they answered any concerns I may have had. They helped place me in a great position, that I'm looking forward to starting next week! This agency is one I will definitely keep in my contacts for the future, as well as refer anyone I know who is seeking employment. Thank you Merit! Veronica C.

Tamara Merritt

Jan 11, 2014 Report

Merit is by far the best agency I've EVER temped for! They consistently found me work and fought to get me something permanent. I will forever be greatful to them for all they've done.

Simone White

Nov 07, 2012 Report

I was so happy when Merit called me, as I was having a hard time finding a quality employment. They are very professional and Alexandrea is the best. Thanks so much. I am sorry I had to go!