The verdict in three sentences
For a Singapore HR consultancy targeting NGOs, resources groups and banks, the website must prove a rigorous hiring process and attract qualified candidates. A redesign costs 12,000 to 30,000 SGD, and a CV submission module with editable job listings adds about 5,000 SGD. One executive search mandate, often 30,000 to 60,000 SGD in fees, covers the investment.
What the redesign quote should contain
The founder of a firm doing recruitment, training and HR audits often receives quotes that cannot be compared. Require a breakdown by work package. Here are typical Singapore ranges in 2026.
| Quote item (2026 estimate) | Range | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Audit of existing site and sitemap | 1,200 to 2,500 SGD | Page and traffic analysis |
| Custom design (8 to 12 templates) | 3,000 to 7,000 SGD | Brand, recruitment, training and audit pages |
| Build and CMS | 5,000 to 13,000 SGD | Pages editable by the team |
| Copywriting and client references | 1,500 to 5,000 SGD | Anonymised case studies, key figures |
| Second language (e.g. Chinese) | 1,500 to 3,000 SGD | Useful for regional clients |
| Team training and launch | 500 to 1,000 SGD | Half a day |
| Total redesign | 12,000 to 30,000 SGD | 5 to 7 weeks |
Copywriting is often underestimated. HR directors at international NGOs read methodology pages: sourcing, assessments, structured interviews, reference checks, replacement guarantee.
The recruitment module: listings, CVs and confidentiality
The module turns the site into a production tool. Consultants publish jobs without a vendor, candidates submit CVs and the firm builds a database for future mandates.
| Module feature | Indicative cost | Expected gain |
|---|---|---|
| Editable job listings with filters | Included in 5,000 SGD | Publish in 5 minutes |
| Structured CV submission form | Included | 500 to 2,000 profiles in year one |
| Speculative applications by function | Included | Talent pool for banks and resources |
| Email and WhatsApp job alerts | +1,500 SGD | Higher response rates |
| Client portal to follow the shortlist | +4,000 SGD | Premium image with NGOs |
| Consent and data deletion | Included | PDPA compliance |
Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act requires candidate consent, a stated purpose and reasonable retention. Plan a consent checkbox, a displayed retention period (often 24 months) and a deletion request link. Agencies placing candidates also need an MOM employment agency licence, worth displaying on the site.
How to compare the quotes you receive
Compare three points beyond price: ownership of code and domain, the team's ability to publish a job alone, and CV hosting (secure server, backups, restricted access). An 8,000 SGD quote with no recruitment module or copywriting often ends up costing more than a complete 20,000 SGD quote, because every later change is billed on demand.
Mini case study
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Mei Ling, founder of an 8-consultant firm in Raffles Place, signs a redesign at 18,000 SGD, with the CV module at 5,000 SGD and a Chinese version at 2,000 SGD, for 25,000 SGD delivered in 6 weeks. Within 4 months, the database reaches 900 qualified CVs and the site generates 3 corporate inquiries. She signs a CFO search for a regional NGO at 45,000 SGD, partly filled from the online pool. A second mandate for a mining group's HSE director at 38,000 SGD brings revenue generated to 83,000 SGD, about 3.3 times the investment.
FAQ
Should we use an ATS instead of a site module?
An ATS often costs 50 to 150 SGD per user per month. For a firm under 10 consultants, a one-off 5,000 SGD module built into the site is usually enough, and it can sync with an ATS later.
Where should candidate CVs be hosted?
On a secure server with daily backups and access restricted to consultants. Budget 600 to 1,500 SGD a year for suitable hosting.
Is a second language essential?
Not for local SMEs, but it becomes decisive for regional groups whose headquarters approve vendors. At 1,500 to 3,000 SGD, it is small next to one mandate.
How long does the redesign take?
Allow 5 to 7 weeks, including 1 to 2 weeks for copy and client approval of references.
Can the redesign be paid in instalments?
Yes, a common schedule is 40 % at order, 40 % at design approval and 20 % at launch, by bank transfer or card.
Let's scope your project. Send us your current site URL and practice areas: we will price the redesign, the CV module and the second language, between 12,000 and 35,000 SGD, delivered in 5 to 7 weeks. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
