We Build, Train, and Manage Your Remote Team For You.

Skip the endless hiring loops and training headaches. Get pre-vetted specialists who already know tech packs, Shopify drops, and supplier logistics from day one.

Fully Managed

We hire, manage, and support your VA — so you don't have to

Recruitment, HR, payroll, and performance monitoring all handled by us. You get a dedicated account manager and zero management overhead — just delegate and grow.

What We Manage

Everything, from sourcing to support

You delegate the role — we run the entire staffing function behind the scenes, every single month.

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Recruitment & Vetting

We source, screen, and skills-test every candidate so only the strongest performers ever reach your team.

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HR, Payroll & Compliance

All employment admin — payroll, taxes, contracts, and compliance — is fully handled on our side, not yours.

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Ongoing Performance Monitoring

Bi-weekly check-ins and performance tracking keep your VA accountable and improving, without you lifting a finger.

🏆 Support That Comes Standard — Every Managed Talent Plan Includes:

✓ Dedicated Account Manager

A single point of contact who knows your business and resolves issues before they become problems.

✓ Immediate Replacement Guarantee

If your VA isn't the right fit, we replace them right away — no extended downtime, no extra cost.

✓ Cancel Anytime, No Lock-In

No long-term contracts. Scale up, scale down, or pause whenever your business needs change.

Compare Hiring Cost

Full-service staffing, a fraction of the cost

One predictable monthly rate covers recruitment, HR, payroll, and management — no hidden line items.

Cost Component	US Local Hire	Craftee Managed Talent
Base Monthly Salary	$3,500–$5,000	$1,280
Payroll Taxes (~15%)	$525–$750	Included
Benefits & Insurance	$400–$600	Included
Recruitment Cost	$2,000–$5,000 once	$0
HR & Management Overhead	$300–$500/mo	$0 — included
Performance Monitoring	Your time	$0 — included
Total Monthly Cost	$4,500–$7,000+	~$1,280

63%

Savings with Craftee Managed Talent

Compared to the average total cost of a US local hire — with zero management overhead on your end.

Want your VA fully managed, start to finish?

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Explore Our Most In-Demand Roles

Find the role your business needs next. Explore our most in-demand positions at Coconut.

Managing the Inbox and Live Chat

Creating Help Guides & FAQs

Fixing Customer Problems

Passing Feedback to the Business Owner

Managing Orders and Refunds

Updating the Online Store

Answering Product and Inventory Questions

Handling Supplier and Logistics Issues

Creating and Scheduling Posts

Engaging with the Audience

Tracking Page Performance

Group and Community Moderation

Creating Social Media Content

Designing Website and Funnel Assets

Crafting Marketing Materials and Lead Magnets

Maintaining Brand Consistency

Inbox and Email Management

Calendar and Schedule Coordination

Data Entry and File Organization

Basic Invoicing and Billing Support

Building Page Layouts and Funnels

Customizing Visuals and Styling

Ensuring Mobile Responsiveness

Setting up Basic Tech Integrations

Direct Hire vs Managed Talent

Find your perfect hiring match. Use this quick guide to decide which model fits your current workflow.

Feature	👤 Direct Hire	📋 Managed Talent
Who employs them?	You do. The professional signs directly with your company and goes onto your payroll.	We do. They remain our employee — we handle all global payroll, contracts, compliance, and taxes.
Who manages their daily work?	You do. You have full control over their tasks, training, schedule, and performance.	Our team lead does. We track attendance, task completion, and quality on your behalf.
How does pricing work?	One-time placement fee. Pay a single finding fee, then pay your new hire directly.	Flat monthly rate. One simple invoice covers the talent, management, and support.
How do they communicate?	They join your tools (Slack, Teams, etc.) and work like an in-house team member.	They talk with you daily — with an account manager working behind the scenes to keep things on track.
What's the backup plan?	90-day replacement guarantee. If it's not the right fit early on, we find a free replacement.	Instant coverage. If someone is out or leaves, we replace them immediately so work never stops.
Who is it best for?	Business owners building a long-term internal team and company culture.	Busy founders who want results without managing people day-to-day.

Not sure which is right for you? Book a free consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct Hire vs Managed Talent — everything you need to know before you choose.

General

What's the real difference between Direct Hire and Managed Talent?

With Direct Hire, the professional becomes your employee and you manage them directly. With Managed Talent, they stay on our payroll and our team handles day-to-day oversight, while you simply get the work done.

How do I know which option is right for my business?

If you want to build a long-term internal team and have the bandwidth to manage people, Direct Hire is a great fit. If you'd rather focus on running your business and let us handle management, Managed Talent is usually the better choice.

Can I switch between the two models later?

Yes. Many clients start with Managed Talent to move fast, then transition a team member to Direct Hire once they know it's the right long-term fit.

Direct Hire

Who pays the new hire — me or your agency?

You do. Once the placement is made, the professional goes directly onto your company's payroll and you pay them like any other employee.

What happens if the hire doesn't work out?

You're covered by our 90-day replacement guarantee. If it's not the right fit within that window, we'll find you a replacement at no extra cost.

Do you handle onboarding or just the introduction?

We handle sourcing, vetting, and the introduction. Day-to-day onboarding, training, and management are yours to run, since the hire reports directly to you.

Are there any ongoing fees after I hire someone?

No. Direct Hire is a one-time placement fee. After that, you pay your new team member directly with no recurring charges from us.

Managed Talent

Who is actually managing the talent day-to-day?

Our in-house team lead does. They track attendance, task progress, and quality, and they're your point of contact if anything needs adjusting.

What happens if my Managed Talent team member is sick or quits?

You get instant coverage. We replace them right away from our bench so your work continues without interruption.

Can I still give direct feedback or instructions to the team member?

Absolutely. You'll communicate with them daily, the only difference is our team manages performance and accountability behind the scenes.

What's included in the monthly fee?

The flat monthly rate covers the talent's pay, our management and quality oversight, replacement coverage, and all administrative and compliance work.