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Saiyō vs Resource Solutions: Enterprise RPO vs agile embedded headhunting.

The short answer

Resource Solutions is a global enterprise RPO built for large corporates with complex, high-volume hiring programmes. Saiyō is the agile alternative for SaaS scale-ups that need senior headhunting capability without enterprise overhead.

At a glance

DimensionSaiyōResource Solutions
ModelEmbedded headhunting subscriptionEnterprise RPO
Sourcing approachProactive outbound to passive candidatesProcess and ATS-driven, mostly inbound
CommercialsFlat monthly fee, predictable, unlimited hiresMulti-year enterprise contracts, often per-hire or FTE-based
Speed to first shortlistTypically 5–10 working daysLong mobilisation cycles
Best fit forSaaS scale-ups hiring 5–50 roles per yearLarge enterprises with 200+ hires/year
Cost per hire (typical)Up to 65% lower than agency feesVariable, often a % of salary or large retained fee

How Resource Solutions works

Resource Solutions is an established global RPO provider serving enterprise and financial services clients. Engagements are typically multi-year, contractually heavy and focused on large recruitment functions.

How Saiyō works differently

Saiyō is an embedded talent acquisition partner powered by proactive headhunting. We work as part of your team on a flat monthly subscription, sourcing passive candidates your competitors can't reach, without per-hire fees.

When Resource Solutions is the right choice

  • You're a global enterprise with complex compliance and procurement
  • You need to outsource an entire recruitment function long-term
  • You hire hundreds of roles a year across multiple geographies

When Saiyō is the better fit

  • You want to start in weeks, not quarters
  • You need outbound headhunting to reach scarce SaaS talent
  • You don't want to be locked into multi-year enterprise contracts

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