RPO Buyer Trends in 2026: Insights from the

How are employers leveraging RPO in today’s changing talent landscape—and what does that mean for the future?

Join RPOA research partner Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, for an exclusive first look at early findings from the 2026 RPO Buyer Trends Study. This live session will explore how employer expectations, engagement models, and talent priorities are shifting—and what those changes signal for the evolution of RPO.

Whether you're a buyer, provider, or partner in the recruitment process outsourcing ecosystem, this data-driven discussion will equip you with valuable insights to support strategic planning in 2026 and beyond.

📌 What We’ll Cover

• Introduction to the 2026 RPO Buyer Trends Study and survey background

• Key early insights on hiring priorities and talent acquisition challenges

• Trends in RPO engagement models and buyer expectations

• What the data reveals about the evolving role and value of RPO

• What’s next: deeper analysis, report development, and upcoming releases

👤 About the Speaker

Ben Eubanks is Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory and a long-time research partner of the RPOA. He is a respected analyst, speaker, and author focused on talent acquisition, HR technology, and workforce strategy. Ben leads the annual RPO Buyer Trends Study, now in its fifth year, providing market intelligence that informs buyers and providers of RPO services.

👥 Who This Webinar Is For

This session is designed for:

• Talent acquisition and HR leaders evaluating or managing RPO relationships

• RPO providers and embedded recruitment teams

• Workforce strategy, HR, and procurement professionals

• Industry analysts, consultants, and tech partners focused on TA

📈 About the RPO Buyer Trends Study

Launched in 2022, the RPO Buyer Trends Study is an annual collaboration between the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA) and Lighthouse Research & Advisory. It provides data-driven insights into the value, evolution, and impact of RPO partnerships across industries.

✅ Reserve Your Spot

Join us live for this exclusive data briefing and be part of the conversation shaping the future of recruitment outsourcing.