RPO models like Harrison McMillan’s Talent Solutions are changing the game for businesses of all sizes. 

RPO isn’t just for large enterprises anymore. Whether you need end-to-end recruitment, ad hoc project support or embedded recruiters by the hour, modern RPO models like Harrison McMillan’s Talent Solutions are changing the game for businesses of all sizes. 

Recruitment has changed, has your internal function? 

Hiring in 2025 is more complex than ever. Time to fill is under pressure, agency fees are climbing and internal teams are stretched. Businesses need recruitment support that is flexible, scalable, cost-effective and delivers results. 

That’s where modern recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) comes in. 

Traditional RPO was once the domain of large enterprises. But that’s no longer the case. At Harrison McMillan, we’ve redefined RPO through our flexible Talent Solutions model, designed to support any business size. Whether that means full RPO, micro-RPO, hybrid support or hourly recruitment packages, we tailor the solution to fit your environment. 

What is recruitment process outsourcing? 

RPO is where an external partner (like us) manages all or part of your recruitment process, from advertising and sourcing through to interviews, offers and onboarding. 

The difference today is that RPO can be scaled to your needs. Our solutions are: 

• Fully embedded in your business, onsite or offsite 
• Micro-RPO for SMEs or targeted recruitment projects 
• Hybrid, where we work alongside your internal team 
• Delivered on-demand through hourly recruitment packages 

In every model, you gain a dedicated team, enterprise-grade tools, reduced time to hire and a consistent, professional candidate experience. 

How RPO compares to other hiring models 

Manager-led recruitment, often used in smaller businesses, may seem cost-free, but it can lead to inefficiencies, delays and missed talent opportunities. 

In-house recruitment works for consistent hiring but often comes with overheads, limited tools, and pressure during peak periods or leave cover. 

Traditional agencies remain useful for executive or hard-to-fill roles but quickly become cost-prohibitive for volume hiring at 15 to 20 percent per placement. 

Modern RPO and Talent Solutions give you greater control. You scale support up or down and only pay for what you need. 

Cost flexibility that matches your hiring demand 

One of the strongest advantages of our model is budget control. 

Whether it’s: 

• A full recruitment project (~30 hours, approx. $6,500) 
• Just shortlisting and screening (10 to 20 hours, approx. $2,000 to $3,500) 
• A 200-hour package delivering 7 to 10 hires at under $5,000 per hire 

You know exactly what you’re spending, with full transparency. 

Our clients value that hours are valid for six months and include two recruiters and senior oversight as standard. There are no added costs for leave, tech, or supervision. 

Quality plus culture fit equals better hires 

RPO isn’t only about volume, it’s about consistency and alignment. 



By being embedded into your team, we’re able to deliver: 

• Stronger candidate alignment to role and culture 
• Consistent communication and candidate experience 
• Employer brand advocacy 
• Faster feedback loops between recruiters and hiring managers 

With access to advanced tech and national talent networks, we support hiring outcomes without you needing to scale internal resources. 

When RPO makes the most sense 

Our Talent Solutions model suits businesses that are: 

• Hiring across multiple roles, teams or locations 
• Working with overstretched internal recruiters 
• Looking to avoid the cost of new headcount 
• Wanting to reduce recruitment costs without compromising quality 
• Seeking a partner who can scale with hiring peaks and troughs 

Final word: RPO in 2025 is smarter, smaller and more scalable