AI & Talent: Smarter Hiring, Stronger Teams

Background: Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the way organisations attract, evaluate, and retain talent. From automating tedious recruitment tasks to enhancing workforce analytics, AI-driven solutions promise greater efficiency and smarter decision-making. However, the successful integration of AI into HR practices requires more than just technological investment—it demands a strategic approach with collaboration, transparency, and trust between humans and machines.This talk explores the top tips of AI talent management, offering insights into how organisations can use AI for predictive hiring, employee engagement, and workforce development. We’ll also look at some of the key challenges—such as algorithmic bias, ethical considerations, and the human-AI collaboration dynamic. Join me to discover how AI can be a game-changer in hiring the best people and building stronger, more agile teams for the future.Speaker:Dr Sian Joel-Edgar is an Associate Professor in Human-Centred Computing at Northeastern University London with research expertise in Information Systems and human perception of technology such as Artificial Intelligence. She is the Director of Postgraduate Taught at Northeastern University London. Northeastern University London is part of the Northeastern Global Network which specialises in offering high-value experiential learning and partnerships to add impact to employer partners, with themes of digital transformation, AI and human competencies at the core of their research and education.