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Le Gratin positions itself as a matching platform exclusively for freelancers who are experts in specific fields, projects, and IT—not as a marketplace open to all types of professionals. Backed by the Nexoris Group, a leader in the employment agency sector for over fifteen years, it provides access to long-term assignments with major corporations, mid-sized companies, digital services firms, and consulting firms, primarily in demanding sectors such as banking, insurance, and manufacturing. The support goes beyond simple matching: defining the scope of the assignment, drafting contracts, negotiating daily rates, and ongoing support are all part of the process offered to entrepreneurs consultants.
What truly sets Le Gratin apart is its integration with Nexoris’s umbrella company and commercial umbrella solutions, designed for freelancers working in environments where a certified intermediary is sometimes required by the client. The payroll services, provided by Nexoris Portage, offer comprehensive social security coverage, guaranteed payment even in the event of client delays, and access to employee benefits (retirement savings plan, meal vouchers, vacation vouchers). In return, the platform primarily targets experienced professionals for assignments lasting several months, making it less suitable for a beginner freelancer looking for a short initial assignment.
The platform designed for discerning freelancers:
Structured freelance assignments for subject matter experts, projects, and IT professionals:
Porting porting:
What LeGratin Offers You:
Gratin Gratin connects freelancers experts (business, projects, and IT) with long-term assignments at major corporate clients, mid-sized companies, digital services firms, and . The platform is aimed at specialized roles: business analysis, PMO, transformation, finance, risk, compliance, data, application, or product management, with a strong presence in the banking banking, insurance, manufacturing, and energy.
The heart of the service is based on a system for qualified . Each assignment offered is analyzed in advance in its context, its scope, and its key issues, and then matched with the the profiles requiring whose skills truly the requirement. The catalog of opportunities has been updated daily, and the creation of a profile takes in just a few minutes.
Beyondbeyond simple matching, several building blocks make the platform attractive to an entrepreneur who wants to focus on their business rather than on prospecting or administrative tasks.
Personalized support is provided by Talent Acquisition Specialists who follow up on the application, the contracting process, and the course of the assignment, before, during after.
Financial Security is achieved through a factoring service: invoices are paid quickly, regardless of the payment terms of the end customer, which addresses a recurring cash flow challenge freelancers face.
Status solutions are integrated into the Nexoris ecosystem. The Umbrella employment (via Nexoris Portage) allows you to work without starting a company, with an employment contract and comprehensive social security coverage . Commercial umbrella services are designed situations where a major client requires a approved intermediary to work with a freelance professional who is already entrepreneur.
A community aspect rounds out the offering: industry resources, workshops, feedback, and (negotiated partner offers , tools, training), Hiscox covering assignments, and a system for referral program.
Together, these elements form a framework that brings theentrepreneur comfort of an established structure while preserving their freedom to choose which projects to pursue.
Le Gratin’s business model is based on being free for freelancers. You don’t pay to sign up or to access assignments: the platform’s revenue comes from a commission paid by the client company. However, two fees may apply to freelancers: one related to the advance payment service, and the other to the payroll service if you choose that option.
Here is an overview of how the financial aspects work. Since the amounts related to factoring and carry fees are subject to change and depend on your specific situation, a simulation is the best way to get an accurate figure.
| Service | Rates |
|---|---|
| Registration and Access to Assignments | Free |
| Referral Commission | To be paid by the client company |
| Advance Payment Service (Factoring) | Approximately 30 € per day deducted from the daily average rate; payment within 48 hours |
| Payroll Services (via Nexoris Portage) | Management fees based on a quote; FEDEPS “No Hidden Fees” certification |
| Commercial porting | Contract-based solution based on a quote |
| Professional Liability Insurance (Hiscox) | Included; coverage up to 1 million euros |
1️⃣ If you’re a freelancer or consultant:
Beager operates on a similar principle, using what’s known as “affinity-based matching”: beyond just skills, the platform evaluates career goals, personality, and values to suggest relevant assignments. The commission is billed only to the company, invoice payments are handled directly, and a personal dashboard provides access to more than 400 partner job listings. A good choice if you’re looking for personalized support at no cost to the freelancer.
To secure your status, there are several umbrella companies worth considering. ITG and Prium Portage are among the established players in the sector, while companies such as ABC Portage and Human Portage offer alternatives that you can compare based on their management fees and the level of support you desire. These solutions allow you to bill for assignments without having to start a business, while still receiving employee social security coverage.
If you run a microbusiness, the Self-Employed Entrepreneur Portal simplifies the reporting and administrative processes, which helps you stay focused on your work.
2️⃣ If you’re a startup:
Beager is also a valuable resource for quickly sourcing qualified experts in tech, data, consulting, or project management, with thorough profile vetting that minimizes the risk of poor hiring decisions. Support from a dedicated business manager helps small teams define their needs without spending too much time on the process.
For highly technical needs, Freelance Informatique and Freelance Engineering specifically target IT and engineering professionals, which may be a better fit for a product startup seeking specialized skills in a specific tech stack.
3️⃣ If you are a small business or an SME:
Beager remains a reliable choice for supplementing your teams with entrepreneurs ensuring contractual compliance—an aspect that is often overlooked when hiring external workers.
Links Consultants and Freelance Consulting are designed for organizations that wish to combine talent recruitment and an umbrella company framework with support tailored to organizations that do not have a dedicated procurement department. The benefit for an SME is having a single point of contact who manages both the matching of candidates and the legal framework for the service.
Otherwise, these other software programs may also be a good alternative to The Gratin.No resources currently available.
