Direct hiring is a process in which a company offers you a job and employs you without using a third party. This structure is different from temporary (typically less than a year) or contract positions in which a staffing agency supplies and employs the talent.
Direct hire jobs are usually permanent or long-term positions with salaries, paid time off and benefits such as retirement accounts and health insurance. While a staffing firm might handle the recruiting process, you will report directly to the hiring company when you accept the job offer. The direct hire process can take more time than a rapidly filled temp position because your potential employer is committing to a long-term relationship and wants to do a thorough job finding and interviewing strong candidates.