What occupations do RPOs hire for the most?

In the overall mix of hires made by RPOs, the IT segment represents the largest share with 19% of North American and European RPOs surveyed by Staffing Industry Analysts reporting placements in that space. However, IT still represents less than one in five jobs. The healthcare segment represented the second-most at 14%, while office/clerical and industrial followed at 12% each.

Overall, RPOs did more hiring in the professional sector, cited by 76% of RPO providers compared to 24% citing positions filled in the commercial/blue collar sector.