We’ve been gathering a huge amount of opinion and insight from our TA community over the last few months to help us understand what’s happening now and what’s happening next in the always interesting world of recruitment and resourcing. Here’s our top eight issues, in a debatable order of priority:

1. The impact and uses of AI for TA

No real surprise here, AI is already driving profound societal shifts with a significant impact on the evolution of work. ​ How employers strategically adopt AI and ensure there is a balance between an ethical, compliant approach with cost and commercial considerations is a challenge for the ages!

2. Hiring for skills and total talent management​

As structural talent shortages drive a move to hiring for skills, what are the strategic aims and operational challenges of developing an effective approach?​

And what does total talent management mean for your organization and is it something to be adopted?​​

3. Workforce planning and demand levels​

Workforce planning (SWP) has always been an inexact science at best and in today’s markets transformation is a constant and there is no such thing as ‘business as usual.​

How can a SWP be linked effectively to organisational strategy and with recent hiring activity at its lowest level for some time, if and when will it rise?​ How can TA leaders advise their C-suite on resourcing requirements and the most likely areas of demand for talent?​

4. Building agile and resilient resourcing capability​

 More than just a simple yes/no on recruitment outsourcing, what are the new operating models to create agile and resilient capability across permanence and contingent labor, and how are projects and recruiting spikes/peaks best resourced?​

5. The evolution of EVPs ​

EVPs are not static, they evolve. The complexity of today’s talent landscape means employers need to understand how issues ranging from managing a multigenerational workforce, developing fair and effective remote/hybrid working policies to engage around a wide array of social issues can be effectively manifested and communicated in an EVP. ​

6. The impact of new legislation​

Many governments are exploring and enacting new legislation which will impact the ability to attract talent: salary disclosure, assessment algorithms, the right to ‘switch off’, the right to flexible working whilst curtailing zero –hours contracts.​

Understanding the latest developments, the potential unintended consequences and the impact on the existing workforce and external talent will be critical ​

7. The impact of the convergence of talent acquisition and talent management​

Driven by a combination of cost reduction and the increasing blending of internal talent marketplaces with external talent pools, the convergence of talent acquisition and talent management is a long-term trend. ​​

How can TA develop effective strategies to optimise access to right talent at the lowest cost whilst improving attrition and maximizing career development?​

8. The evolution of the DE&I agenda​

The scaling back of DE&I activities by many organizations is influenced mainly by the economic climate and the growing politicization of DE&I efforts, which are not only legislative but also cultural.​​

How can employers ensure effective DE&I is seen as a core part of their business strategy? ​

It’s exhausting just reading the list of things above never mind having to develop strategies, processes and operational capability to deliver on them.

If only there was an event where you could learn, share and network with like-minded professionals sharing the same challenges…….

We are excited to announce the Talent & TIARAs US Conference 2024 is coming to Atlanta! It’s a must-attend event for Talent Acquisition & HR leaders looking to gain exclusive insights into the evolving landscape of talent management.

Join us on November 13^th & 14^th where top HR & Talent Acquisition experts from global organizations will gather to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore innovative solutions shaping the future of the industry. This is your opportunity to learn directly from those leading the way in 2025’s TA strategies.

This event will give you the tools and knowledge to stay ahead of the curve as we approach 2025. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with thought leaders, partners, and peers to shape the future of talent acquisition.

Attendance is complimentary for HR & Talent Acquisition leaders, but space is limited.

Secure your spot today – Register here!

We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta!