Recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) is an innovative service where the Cpl takes responsibility for a client’s entire recruitment process or a specific part of it.
When using RPO services, we assign a dedicated recruiter or a team of recruiters who operate as an extension of the client’s internal talent acquisition team. This strategic collaboration gives clients access to expert knowledge, advanced technologies, and flexible resources to successfully manage recruitment. RPO is the ideal solution for companies seeking to address hiring challenges effectively while maintaining a competitive edge in the job market.
Why is RPO worth it for companies?
Partnering with an RPO provider brings many specific benefits that go beyond standard recruitment services:
Faster hiring process – An external RPO team uses modern tools, actively sources candidates, and manages the entire hiring cycle. Thanks to their expertise, technologies, and available resources, they can quickly fill even a large number of positions - something internal teams often struggle with, especially during peak hiring periods.
Cost reduction – Streamlining recruitment processes and better capacity planning help reduce costs related to time-consuming hiring procedures, advertising, and prolonged vacancies.
Access to expertise – RPO specialists have in-depth knowledge of current labor market trends and best hiring practices. This allows them to engage even passive candidates and help companies secure top talent that might otherwise remain out of reach.
Flexibility – RPO services are tailored to your current business needs. Whether you’re scaling fast, undergoing an acquisition, or managing a project-based hiring surge, an RPO team can respond quickly without the need to grow your internal HR team.
Improved candidate quality – Specialized recruitment processes, advanced technologies, and data analytics enable more accurate candidate selection with a focus on long-term fit. The result is lower turnover and higher satisfaction on both sides.
Focus on core business goals – By outsourcing recruitment activities to an external partner, your internal HR team can fully focus on strategic initiatives and key business objectives.
When is RPO the right choice for your business?
You need to fill a high volume of roles quickly– Whether launching new projects, managing seasonal peaks, or opening new offices, RPO specialists ensure a smooth and timely hiring process even when many positions need to be filled at once.
You lack internal capacity for recruitment – If your company doesn’t have enough HR resources or in-house expertise, RPO can fully cover the recruitment process without the need to build an internal team. External specialists take responsibility for results and bring proven methods and tools.
You’re hiring for niche or hard-to-fill roles– RPO specialists use advanced sourcing strategies and know the specifics of various markets and industries. They can successfully reach passive candidates for technical, senior, or highly specialized roles that are typically hard to fill.
You’re expanding into new markets or scaling quickly – When entering new markets or during rapid growth, recruitment strategies must adapt. An RPO team can support hiring in multiple locations - even where the company hasn’t yet built a local presence - helping ensure smooth expansion without delays.
You want to improve efficiency and standardize hiring – An RPO partner implements best practices and a systematic approach that helps streamline recruitment and standardize processes. This leads to greater efficiency, an improved candidate experience, and a faster overall hiring cycle.
You lack recruitment experience and expertise– Working with external specialists provides access to expert consulting and tech support, helping companies improve recruitment quality, stay competitive, and adapt to changing labor market needs.