Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) & Managed Service Provider (MSP) Solutions in Ireland: A Complete Guide
Scalable Recruitment Solutions for Growing Organisations
In today's demanding world as organisations scale, transform or are facing skills shortages, then the recruitment process becomes increasingly complex. High-volume hiring, specialists roles, compliance and candidate experience all require time, infrastructure and expertise.
That's why leading organisations across construction, engineering, healthcare, IT, business support and the public sector choose Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions.
At FRS Recruitment, we deliver flexible, scalable and fully bespoke talent solutions - acting as an extension of your HR or talent acquisition team or managing your entire recruitment lifecycle on your behalf. Through our innovated tech with WrkWrk, we can help deliver people and technology for you at scale.
What makes RPO and MSP unique is that it is completely bespoke to your business needs. The guide explains the 12 core RPO and MSP models we offer, helping you identify the best solution for your organisation.

What is Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)?
RPO is a strategic partnership where an external provider managers part or all of an organisation's recruitment function. Unlike traditional agency recruitment, RPO is embedded, data-driver and performance governed, with clear service levels and KPI's.
FRS Recruitment's RPO solutions are designed to support:
- Business growth
- Workforce transformation
- Cost control
- Speed to hire
- Compliance
- Candidate experience
Our RPO Solutions
1. End-to-End RPO (Full Lifecycle Outsourcing)
A fully outsourced recruitment solution providing complete hiring lifecycle support, from workforce planning to exit interviews.
Includes:
- Workforce planning & talent strategy
- Employer branding & attraction
- Candidate sourcing & screening
- Interview coordination
- Offer & onboarding management
- Compliance & reporting
- Continuous optimisation
This model operates as an embedded extension of your HR or TA function, governed by agreed service levels and performance metrics.
Best for:
Large organisations, multi-site employers, public sector bodies, or ongoing high-volume hiring.
2. Project RPO (Time-Bound Recruitment Support)
Designed for defined hiring initiatives, Project RPO supports organisations during periods of change or growth.
Use cases include:
- Business expansion
- New site openings
- Organisational transformation
- Seasonal workforce demand
The service scales up quickly and is scaled down once the project completes.
Best for:
Construction projects, healthcare expansions, tech rollouts, seasonal hiring.
3. Recruiter On Demand
A flexible, scalable model providing experienced recruiters on an as-needed basis.
Recruiters can:
- Support workload spikes
- Cover absences
- Accelerate time to hire
- Supplement internal teams
No long-term commitment. No fixed overhead.
Best for:
TA teams under pressure or short-term hiring surges.
4. Hybrid RPO
A blended model combining internal recruitment teams with outsourced RPO support.
You retain control over strategic or critical roles, while FRS manages:
- High-volume hiring
- Specialist sourcing
- Administrative recruitment tasks
Best for:
Organisations wanting flexibility without fully outsourcing recruitment.
5. Hybrid WrkWrk RPO (Technology-Enabled Volume Hiring)
A specialised hybrid model combining FRS RPO services with WrkWrk technology for high-volume, frontline, and entry-level hiring.
Includes:
- RPO-led attraction campaigns
- Job advertising
- Volume screening & shortlisting
- Automated candidate engagement
- Faster hiring cycles
- Reduced cost per hire
Best for:
Retail, contact centres, logistics, healthcare support, public sector temp hiring.
6. Functional RPO
Targeted recruitment outsourcing for specific functions or job families, such as:
- Engineering
- IT
- Healthcare
- Business support
- Finance
- Operations
This allows deep expertise and tailored sourcing strategies per discipline.
7. Geographic / Regional RPO
Designed for organisations hiring across multiple regions or countries, supporting:
- International expansion
- Regional hiring hubs
- Decentralised recruitment structures
Ensures consistency, compliance, and visibility across locations.
What Is A Managed Service Provider (MSP)?
An MSP manages the entire contingent workforce lifecycle, including temporary staff, contractors, and suppliers - under a single governance framework.
This delivers:
- Cost control
- Compliance
- Supplier transparency
- Reporting
- Workforce visibility
Our MSP Solutions
8. End-to-End MSP (Full Contingent Workforce Management)
A fully outsourced solution managing:
- Supplier engagement
- Requisition intake
- Candidate submission
- Onboarding & compliance
- Time, payroll & expenses
- Offboarding
- Consolidated reporting
Best for:
Large contingent workforces or public sector organisations.
9. Project-Based MSP
A time-limited MSP deployed for specific projects, such as:
- Infrastructure programmes
- Change initiatives
- Seasonal demand
Decommissioned once the project ends.
10. Hybrid Technology-Enabled MSP
Combines MSP delivery with vendor management technology to provide:
- Real-time visibility
- Process automation
- Spend control
- Compliance monitoring
Can also be merged with WrkWrk RPO for high-volume temp hiring.
11. Neutral Vendor MSP
FRS operates as a fully neutral MSP, managing all suppliers equally, ensuring transparency, fairness, and compliance with procurement rules.
Ideal for:
Public sector and semi-state organisations.
12. Master Vendor MSP
FRS acts as both MSP and primary supplier, delivering roles directly while supplementing with secondary suppliers where needed.
Best for:
Organisations prioritising speed, accountability, and simplified management.
Ready to Scale Your Hiring?
Whether you need end-to-end recruitment outsourcing, project support, or high-volume hiring solutions, FRS Recruitment delivers recruitment that scales with your organisation.




