Comet is a tech‑enabled talent platform that matches enterprises with a curated pool of over 15,000 vetted IT freelancers using machine‑learning algorithms, delivering a shortlist of suitable candidates within 48 hours. It offers two transparent service models—BOOST for rapid sourcing and CONNECT for full contract portage—handling all administrative, billing, and insurance tasks while providing freelancers with steady high‑value projects and guaranteed payments.
Funding
$10.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Enterprises often struggle to quickly find and engage highly qualified IT freelancers, facing lengthy sourcing cycles, mismatched skill sets, and complex administrative and contractual management. Freelancers, meanwhile, encounter fragmented marketplaces, uncertain payment terms, and limited access to high‑value corporate projects.
Solution
Comet operates a tech‑enabled talent platform that uses machine‑learning algorithms to match client project requirements with a curated pool of over 15 000 vetted IT freelancers across roles such as development, data engineering, DevOps, and cybersecurity. Within 48 hours, the platform delivers a shortlist of candidates that fit the technical and cultural criteria specified by the client. Comet offers two transparent service models: BOOST, which provides rapid talent sourcing, dedicated account management, billing, activity‑report automation, and €1 million professional liability coverage; and CONNECT, which adds contract portage and supplier rationalisation. For freelancers, Comet supplies a steady flow of missions from 60+ large corporate accounts, guaranteed monthly payments, and a personal freelance agent to support career development. All administrative, KYC, and insurance aspects are handled centrally, allowing both parties to focus on project delivery.
Target Audience
Primary customers are mid‑size to large enterprises seeking on‑demand, high‑skill IT and data talent for project‑based work, as well as independent IT freelancers looking for stable, high‑value corporate assignments.
Features
- Machine‑learning driven matching engine that ranks freelancers against detailed project specifications in hours
- Verified talent pool of 15 000+ specialists covering development, architecture, data, product, design, QA, and security
- Dedicated account manager for each client to streamline communication and onboarding
- End‑to‑end administrative service: invoicing, activity‑report (CRA) automation, contract validation, and supplier KYC
- €1 million professional liability insurance coverage for all engagements
- Two pricing tiers (BOOST for rapid sourcing, CONNECT for full portage) with fixed, transparent fees and no hidden costs
- Integrated freelance agent service offering mission sourcing, contract negotiation, and long‑term career support