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Second Talent Reviews & Provider Details

Second Talent Product Details

Second Talent is a monthly subscription service that provides companies with vetted, remote software engineers who work US hours, with an unlimited fit guarantee. We vet for AI-enablement, English proficiency, technical skills, and conduct pre-offer reference checks.

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Second Talent

Discussions

Second Talent Community

Languages Supported

English

Services Offered

Contracting, EOR & Payroll, Global Hiring

Locations Serviced

United States

Provider Description

Second Talent provides access to pre-vetted tech talent pools from Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, and Malaysia). We assess their English proficiency, technical skills, and conduct pre-offer reference checks.

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Esa W.

Recruitment Consultant

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/7/2025

"Seamless Cross-Border Hiring Made Simple"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

They’re fast, responsive, and the quality of candidates is consistently good. I also like that they handle everything end-to-end—from sourcing to payroll—so I don’t have to coordinate with multiple vendors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

So far, the experience has been smooth, but I think they could improve their platform interface to make tracking candidates and onboarding progress more transparent without always needing to ask the team directly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

If you’re looking to build a remote tech team in Southeast Asia without the hassle of setting up entities or managing local compliance, Second Talent is a solid option. Just be clear about your hiring needs and timelines—they move fast, so it helps to be prepared. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

Second Talent makes it easier to find and hire skilled developers across Southeast Asia without dealing with local hiring headaches. They handle sourcing, onboarding, and payroll, which really saves time and helps my clients build their teams faster without setting up a local entity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Tra N.

Founder

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/5/2025

"Review for Ms. Linh (HR at Second Talent)"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

I appreciate most about Second Talent is the exceptional support I receive from their HR team, especially Ms. Linh. She is always available to answer my questions, provide guidance, and help resolve any issues quickly and professionally. Her dedication and kindness make the whole experience smooth and stress-free. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

Honestly, I don’t have anything to dislike about Second Talent. My experience has been very positive so far. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

If you are considering Second Talent, I highly recommend reaching out and connecting with their team. They are extremely supportive, responsive, and genuinely care about your success. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Linh from Second Talent, and I can confidently say she is one of the most dedicated HR professionals I have ever met. No matter the time or situation, Ms. Linh is always ready to support me - whether it’s answering questions, providing guidance, or simply checking in to make sure everything is going smoothly. Thank you, Ms. Linh, for always being there and making a real difference! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AI

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/5/2025

"Reliable, fast, and high-quality support from skilled professionals"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

The talents provided are not only fast and accurate but also genuinely skilled at what they do. Their communication is smooth, they pick up processes quickly, and the quality of work is consistently high. It honestly feels like having an extension of our in-house team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

Nothing major so far! If I had to mention something, it would be the occasional need for more detailed onboarding depending on the role — but that’s true for any external support. Once onboarded, the performance is excellent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

Be clear about what you need and the kind of support you're looking for. Second Talent will match you with someone who fits really well. Great option if you’re looking for fast, skilled, and dependable help without the hassle of traditional hiring. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

Second Talent helps us scale quickly without compromising on quality. We needed reliable support for client outreach and lead generation, and the team consistently delivers with speed and precision. It’s been a huge time-saver and helps us stay focused on strategy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

CA

Verified User in Apparel & Fashion

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5/8/2025

"Fast, reliable hiring partner for scaling tech teams across Southeast Asia"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

The speed and quality of talent matched to us was surprisingly good — we were able to interview pre-vetted candidates within a couple of days. The team communicates clearly, understands tech hiring well, and the unlimited replacement policy gives us peace of mind. They also helped us onboard people in markets like Vietnam and Indonesia with zero friction. We didn’t have to worry about local compliance, which was a big relief. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

nothing general. i love and really appreciate their help Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

Be clear about your hiring needs upfront especially around technical skills, soft skills, and culture fit — because their turnaround is fast, and the clearer your brief, the better the match. If you're scaling quickly or hiring across multiple countries without a local entity, Second Talent can really take the heavy lifting off your plate. They’re especially valuable if you're a lean team or don’t have an in-house recruiter familiar with SEA markets. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

We needed to hire several skilled engineers in a very short time across different Southeast Asian markets, but didn’t have the resources or local legal knowledge to manage multi-country hiring. Second Talent helped us solve both issues by sourcing strong candidates quickly and handling the EOR and payroll setup seamlessly. They’ve saved us a huge amount of time and HR overhead, especially in countries where we don’t have legal entities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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eric c.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5/11/2025

"Exceptional Offshore Recruitment Partner for Web3 Talent"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

• Deep understanding of the Web3 ecosystem

• High-quality candidate pipeline

• Fast and transparent communication

• Strong cultural alignment with our team Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

Nothing major. Occasionally, there’s a short delay in sourcing very niche roles, but they always catch up quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

We’ve partnered with Second Talent for over a year to build our offshore team, and they’ve consistently exceeded expectations. Their specialization in Web3 talent is unmatched—they understand the space deeply and bring in candidates who not only have strong technical backgrounds but also align with the ethos of decentralized ecosystems.

The process is efficient, transparent, and tailored to our needs. From sourcing to onboarding, the Second Talent team acts more like an extension of our internal HR function than a third-party vendor. Their responsiveness and candidate quality have saved us countless hours and ensured we hire faster without compromising on fit.

If you’re scaling a team in Southeast Asia or need specialized talent for crypto, blockchain, or AI roles, I highly recommend Second Talent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

We needed to scale our engineering and marketing teams quickly in a cost-effective way. Second Talent gave us access to a vetted pool of Southeast Asian talent, which helped us grow without compromising quality or burning our budget. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

CM

Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

8/6/2025

Guest users or non-business users of the software, not included in G2 scores.

"Great Support & Transparent Team"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

From our very first conversation, they took the time to understand not just my skills and experience, but also my career goals and what I was looking for in my next role. They were incredibly responsive and kept me informed at every stage, from submitting my resume to preparing for interviews and negotiating my offer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

None at the moment, overall was a great experience Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

I highly recommend Second Talent to any job seeker looking for a partner who is knowledgeable, proactive, and truly invested in your success. I'm extremely grateful for their support and couldn't be happier with the outcome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

Working with Second Talent was a fantastic experience from start to finish. As a job seeker, I truly appreciated the professionalism, transparency, and genuine support I received throughout the process of finding a suitable role. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

GD

Verified User in Design

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5/9/2025

"Experience Seamless Hiring with Secondtalent"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

What I like best about Second Talent is the quality of the candidates and the speed of the process.

The talent pool is well-curated, so we’re consistently matched with candidates who meet our requirements, both in skills and cultural fit. On top of that, the turnaround time from brief to candidate introduction is impressively fast, which really helps us stay agile in today’s competitive market. The platform is also user-friendly, making the whole experience smooth for our hiring team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

While overall the experience has been positive, one area for improvement would be expanding the talent pool in certain niche roles.

There have been instances where it took a bit longer to find candidates for highly specialized positions. Additionally, having more real-time updates or visibility into the progress of each search would make the process even smoother. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

Second Talent is helping us address two major challenges: finding qualified talent quickly and reducing hiring costs.

Their platform streamlines the sourcing and vetting process, so we’re able to connect with pre-screened candidates much faster than through traditional channels. This has significantly shortened our time-to-hire and allowed our team to focus more on strategic tasks rather than spending weeks on recruitment. Additionally, by leveraging Second Talent’s network, we’ve been able to reduce our dependency on expensive recruitment agencies, leading to notable cost savings. Overall, it’s made our hiring process more efficient, scalable, and less stressful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

CE

Verified User in Education Management

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5/8/2025

"A Seamless Hiring Experience with Secondtalent"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

Working with Secondtalent has streamlined our hiring process in ways we didn’t expect. Their adaptable subscription model gives us the freedom to scale our team according to shifting project demands—without the delays and complexity of conventional recruitment. From day one, they’ve shown a strong grasp of our needs and consistently delivered standout candidates in record time. It feels like we’ve gained a recruitment partner who moves at our pace and shares our urgency. Their support has made team building faster, smarter, and far more efficient. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

Secondtalent has been a steady and dependable partner, consistently delivering skilled engineers who meet our standards and integrate seamlessly into our workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

Second Talent has been very quick, efficient and effective in streamlining our business. Their ability to match us with high-quality talent—both onshore and offshore—has been nothing short of impressive. In a fast-paced business environment, Secondtalent stood out with their quick turnaround and sharp understanding of our hiring needs. They’ve been a valuable partner in helping us build a strong, agile team that supports our growth. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

HB

Hồng Nga B.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/29/2025

"I received very enthusiastic support from the Second Talent team"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

- Variety of Jobs

- Supportive from consultants Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

- Currently, I'm happy with the support from the team Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Second Talent:

Second Talent is a great partner for remote job seekers. They’re supportive, attentive, and committed to finding the right fit based on your skills and goals. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Second Talent solving and how is that benefiting you?

The consultants from the Second Talent team supported me a lot during my job search. They were very skilled and professional. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

MZ

Mo Z.

PM

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5/20/2025

"Exceptional Support and High-Quality Talent Solutions"

5/5

What do you like best about Second Talent?

The best part is the consistent quality of talent and the responsiveness of the support team. Every professional we've worked with has been a great match, and the process from onboarding to collaboration has been smooth and efficient. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Second Talent?

While overall the experience is excellent, the initial matching process can sometimes take a bit longer than expected for very specialized roles. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.