With application volumes soaring, TA teams must refine their strategies to cut through the noise and secure top talent fast. In this panel discussion, Andy Chandler, Chief Customer Officer at Pinpoint, will guide leading TA professionals in sharing proven tactics to streamline processes, enhance candidate experience, and improve overall recruitment outcomes.

What to expect:

• Proven strategies for hiring faster and reducing time-to-fill.
• Smarter sourcing techniques to identify and attract the right talent.
• How to create a standout candidate experience in a competitive market.
• Real-world insights from TA leaders who have driven lasting recruitment success.

Employee referrals are a powerful yet underutilised hiring channel, especially with the rise of AI-driven applications. While top companies achieve 30%+ of hires through referrals, many fall short. Sam Davies from Real Links will share key insights from the 2024 Referral Benchmark Report, based on data from 500+ companies, and offer strategies to enhance referral quality and drive better hiring outcomes.

What to expect:

• Key insights from the 2024 Referral Benchmark Report, covering trends across 500+ companies.
• Drivers of successful referral programs and how to replicate them.
• Strategies to boost referral hires and recruitment efficiency.
• Leveraging referrals to maintain hiring quality amid AI-driven applications.

Discover how British Transport Police is driving DEI through positive action to build a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. Join Hannah Brown and Amit Kanabar from BTP, along with Matt Ingram-Smith of Tribepad, as they share strategies for increasing recruitment from underrepresented backgrounds. This session will explore the journey of women in policing, data-driven insights, and the next steps in fostering a diverse and inclusive force.

What to expect:

• Understanding positive action: What it is and how BTP drives change.
• Women in policing: The evolution of female representation since 1917.
• Strategic DE&I initiatives: Building a diverse force across all demographics.
• Data-driven insights: Key successes, outcomes, and challenges in achieving representation.

AI is transforming the candidate experience, reshaping how job seekers apply and complete assessments. With two-thirds of candidates using AI, TA teams must rethink their approach to maintain fairness, quality, and diversity. This session explores the AI-driven landscape, key selection criteria, and whether recruiters should adapt with AI or take a more strategic approach.

What to expect:

• The industries and roles most impacted by AI-enabled candidates
• A framework for integrating AI responsibly into recruitment while maintaining fairness and quality.
• Real-world examples from TA leaders on balancing automation with human judgment.

A positive candidate experience is built on honesty, clarity, and setting the right expectations. In this panel session, Stuart Elliott (CEO, Elliott Scott), Chloe Seeley (Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Checkout.com), will discuss with Cappfinity’s Chief Skills Officer on how leading companies foster trust through transparency in hiring. Learn how to leverage technology, align expectations, and enhance your employer brand.

What to expect:

• The role of technology in improving transparency and candidate experience.
• Strategies for bridging the gap between candidate expectations and job realities.
• How honest communication can improve talent attraction, retention, and employer reputation.

Great leadership isn’t about fitting in, it’s about standing out. In this session, Rassam Yaghmaei, Talent & Culture Director at Free, will explore how embracing authenticity, managing perceptions, and leading with passion can amplify your influence and impact. Discover how to break barriers, challenge the status quo, and reshape workplace culture while staying true to yourself.

What to expect:

• Authenticity as a superpower: How to balance being real with being effective
• Leading with passion: Embracing all facets of who we are to inspire others
• Overcoming barriers: Managing perception without losing yourself
• Driving change: Why great leaders don’t just fit in, they challenge and reshape the culture, even when it means stepping outside their comfort zone

AI is reshaping talent acquisition, but true transformation starts with people. In this session, Marisa Williams, People Transformation Lead at KPMG, shares how to lead AI-driven change, measure success, and navigate challenges while keeping the human element at the core. Learn how to embrace Gen AI, avoid common pitfalls, and future-proof your career in an evolving TA landscape.

What to expect:

• Leading the AI transformation: Where to start, what matters and why
• Measuring success, key learnings and avoiding pitfalls
• How to future-proof your career: Embracing Gen AI in talent acquisition