If you've listened to the last few episodes of the podcast, you'll know that TA Transformation is the current big theme on the show. We've focused a lot on the future, but what about the practicalities of the present?
Today's talent acquisition leaders face an ever-growing list of priorities on top of their already demanding roles. From enhancing candidate experience to integrating AI and from improving diversity and inclusion metrics to establishing more agile operating models, the pressures are immense.
So what progress are TA teams making, and how do they benchmark against each other?
My guest this week is Rachel Dalboth, Director of the TA Centre of Excellence at The Talent Labs. Based on Talent Labs research, Rachel offers insights into how TA teams are dealing with their current challenges. She also shares her thoughts on the skills for future TA Teams and the vital importance of investing in development.
In the interview, we discuss:
Current priorities in talent acquisition
Trends and issues with operating models
What is holding TA back from being seen as more strategic?
Connecting the dots across the talent function
What is the unique value of TA?
How are measurements and metrics evolving?
The impact of AI
Fear, nervousness, and reticence
Prioritising experience over process
Skills development and career paths
What does the next 12 months look like?
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Ep 641: How Is TA Evolving? | Recruiting Future with Matt Alder - What's Next For Talent Acquisition, HR & Hiring? podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
