- RPO break-even
- ~30 hires/yr
- Contingency fee
- 15-30%
- RPO cost/hire
- 30-60% lower at scale
RPO vs contingency
Both models solve hiring problems — but at different scales and cost structures.
RPO
Full or partial ownership of your hiring funnel. Best for >30 hires/year.
Contingency
Pay-on-success per role. Best for niche or executive hires.
Frequently asked questions
Can I mix both?+
Yes — many companies run RPO for volume roles and contingency or retained search for leadership.
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