2 MILLION Applications: How Deel uses AI in Talent Acquisition with Alan Price

How does one of the world’s fastest-growing companies scale its workforce across borders without losing its edge?The answer lies in moving beyond simply "using" AI to becoming an AI-native organisation.In this episode, we sit down with Alan Price from Deel to pull back the curtain on the strategic intersection of global recruitment and agentic technology. We move past the buzzwords to explore how Deel reimagines the hiring workflow, from automating the mundane to elevating the human elements of talent acquisition.Key discussion points include:The AI-Native Shift: What it actually means to build a recruitment function where AI is a core architectural component rather than a peripheral tool.Deel’s Hiring Blueprint: Practical insights into the systems and strategies that allow Deel to identify, vet, and onboard top-tier global talent at speed.Human-Centric Automation: Identifying the "high-value" touchpoints where recruiters should double down, and where AI agents should take the lead.The Future of Talent: Alan’s perspective on how the role of the recruiter is evolving from a transactional coordinator to a strategic talent advisor.Whether you're an HR leader, a founder scaling a startup, or a recruitment professional looking to future-proof your process, this conversation offers a masterclass in modern, tech-driven talent acquisition.About the Guest:Alan Price is a key figure in the global talent space, currently leading Talent Acquisition at Deel, the global platform with over 40,000 customers, enabling them to hire, pay and manage teams in 150+ countries. With a front-row seat to the rapid evolution of work, Alan and the team are leveraging technology to bridge the gap between global opportunity and local talent.About the Host:George Kelly is a specialist in the intersection of talent acquisition and agentic technology, currently spearheading the development of AI-native hiring solutions at HAILO. As the host of Scale with Purpose, George draws on his experience building AI solutions, helping People leaders and founders navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of modern hiring.Alan PriceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanprice/www.deel.comGeorge KellyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-kelly-/www.hailotalent.com