Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)

The delegation of hiring responsibilities to external agencies specializing in talent acquisition.
HR teams use RPO services to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and access a broader talent pool. RPO providers manage sourcing, screening, and onboarding processes.

What are the 7 steps of the recruitment process?

• Job analysis and identifying the hiring need
• Sourcing candidates (job postings, social media, referrals)
• Screening and shortlisting resumes
• Conducting interviews (phone, video, in-person)
• Assessing and evaluating candidates
• Making a job offer
• Onboarding the new employee

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What is the role of RPO?

RPO stands for Recruitment Process Outsourcing. An RPO provider handles some or all phases of a company’s recruitment process on its behalf — from sourcing candidates and screening resumes to conducting initial interviews and negotiating offers — freeing up internal teams to focus on their core responsibilities. The main role of RPO is to make the hiring process more efficient, cost-effective, and adaptable to changing staffing needs.