Strategic roundtable discussions
Share your successes, challenges and changes within TA with your fellow strategic leaders
Exclusively for senior TA leaders with decision-making responsibilities, you’ll take part in interactive sessions and roundtable discussions to share knowledge, workshop solutions to the biggest challenges in recruitment, network with your peers, and contribute to the discussions shaping the vision for TA in 2026 and beyond.
Premium Members can unlock FREE tickets (worth £295) using their Membership ID (found in My Account) as the promo code at registration.
13 November 2025
Arrive early to collect your badge, enjoy a breakfast, and connect with other delegates before the conference begins.
A warm welcome by IHR's Managing Director to set the scene for the day, introduce key themes, and outline what to expect.
Outdated hiring is costing more than you think. Clunky admin, poor assessments and regretted hires drain time, money and talent while damaging brand and performance. This session reveals the true financial impact of broken recruitment and shows how modernised processes can turn hiring into a driver of real business value.
What to expect:
More than two thirds of jobseekers now use AI to draft CVs, complete assessments and prepare for interviews. For volume hiring teams, this shift changes everything from screening processes to fairness and candidate experience. In this session, Jamie Betts, Founder of Neurosight, unpacks the realities of AI enabled applicants, the risks they present, and the opportunities they create for building smarter, faster and fairer recruitment.
What to expect:
Take part in group discussions, guided by a set of thought-provoking questions and instructions designed to spark collaboration and idea-sharing.
The CV has defined hiring for decades, but it is no longer fit for the future. Too often it filters out potential, fuels bias and reduces people to a list of bullet points. A skills first approach flips the script, placing ability, potential and character at the heart of recruitment. In this session, we will explore how to design a CV free hiring journey that celebrates people over paper, opens doors to diverse talent and delivers stronger outcomes for organisations ready to embrace change.
What to expect:
Transformation is constant and the pace of change has never been faster. Traditional hiring models that focus on filling roles are no longer enough. The future belongs to organisations that build skills strategically, creating workforces that are agile, resilient and ready for whatever comes next. In this session, Petra Tagg, Workforce Solutions Director at Manpower, will share insights from ManpowerGroup’s latest research and explore how businesses can shift their mindset from roles to readiness to unlock long term value.
What to expect:
Join a new discussion table and explore a different theme, with structured questions and guidance provided to help you exchange insights and uncover practical solutions.
Take a break, enjoy a delicious lunch, and build connections with delegates and partners.
Recruiters are facing bigger candidate pools, more AI generated applications and ongoing economic pressure. With resources stretched, efficiency has never mattered more, yet many processes and tools are not delivering on their promise. This session will share proven tactics and practical templates that recruiters are using today to save time, improve workflows and maintain hiring quality.
What to expect:
Your final chance to engage in focused conversations, supported by tailored questions and instructions to ensure a productive and inspiring discussion.
Grab a coffee, reflect on the sessions so far, and network with industry colleagues.
In a world that often celebrates traditional strength, showing vulnerability can feel like a risk. Yet research proves that leaders who embrace honesty, openness and humanity build deeper trust, inspire loyalty and create teams that are more resilient and effective. In this session, Elisha Kirkham, Award Winning Recruitment Leader at Softcat, will share her personal journey to authentic leadership and reveal how vulnerability, far from being a weakness, is a hidden strength that can transform your impact as a talent leader.
What to expect:
The psychology of high performance is not confined to sport. The same principles that drive elite athletes also shape the strongest in house recruitment teams. Success comes from understanding motivation, aligning individual strengths with team goals and managing relationships at every level of the organisation. In this session, Paul Sumner, Head of Resourcing at National Express, will share how performance psychology can be applied to TA teams, stakeholders and even CEOs to create a culture where high performance becomes the norm.
What to expect:
A wrap-up of the day’s key takeaways and final thoughts to leave you inspired and ready to act.
Continue the conversation over drinks, building lasting connections.
Lead with digital fluency, empathy, and inclusivity in hybrid teams
Build authentic employer brands that attract and retain top talent
Streamline processes to save time and boost recruiter impact
Prioritise potential and capability over outdated CV credentials
Leverage AI for faster, fairer, and more predictive recruitment
Have a look at our upcoming speakers
Share your successes, challenges and changes within TA with your fellow strategic leaders
Hear from your peers on their best practices
Be inspired by success stories from talent professionals from tech, healthcare and retail industries
Learn from industry-leaders from world-class organisations
Pick up some treats for your team and be in with the chance to win big prizes!
Grow your network at our dedicated lounge areas and post-event drinks
“The event was packed with insightful presentations, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities. It's always refreshing to step away from the day-to-day and hear about the latest themes and developments in the TA space.”
“It was an excellent conference, with lots of new connections made and follow ups booked. I particularly enjoyed the variety of topics discussed, and the excellent organisation of the whole event.”
“The event was really informative and a great insight into what other companies are doing.”
The NEC, Birmingham
Perfectly situated in the heart of the country, The NEC offers state-of-the-art facilities and excellent transport links, making it easy for guests to attend from across the UK and beyond. It’s directly connected to Birmingham International train station, just a short walk from the venue. If you’re travelling by car, The NEC is just off the M42 at Junction 6 with extensive on-site parking. It’s also well-served by local bus and coach routes, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey however you choose to travel.
The event will take place in Concourse Suites 1 & 2, conveniently located within the venue.
Find more information on getting there here.