The future of recruitment in Devon and Cornwall

About this event

Challenges and opportunities shaping recruitment. For HR professionals, business leaders and recruiters navigating the evolving job market.

A virtual event that will tackle the pressing challenges and opportunities shaping recruitment in the region. This session is perfect for HR professionals, business leaders and recruiters navigating today's competitive and evolving job market.

Key topics we'll cover:

Latest Data & Insights. A look at the most recent recruitment trends, statistics and workforce data for Devon and Cornwall. We'll dive into what the numbers reveal about talent availability, diversity gaps and emerging opportunities in the region.

Attracting Diverse Talent. How can businesses in Devon and Cornwall create inclusive hiring practices that draw candidates from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups?

Smart Working & Flexibility. Leveraging all forms of flexible working to attract a wider talent pool, especially in rural areas.

Bridging the Skills Gap. Addressing local skills shortages while promoting diversity and inclusion in recruitment.

The Role of Technology. How AI and digital tools can drive fairer, more inclusive hiring processes.

Diversity is not just a buzzword when it comes to Recruitment—it’s a business imperative. We'll explore how organisations can embed diversity into their recruitment strategies to create stronger, more innovative teams that reflect the communities they serve.

About the Speaker:

Ruth Gawthorpe is a leading voice on flexible working and an advocate for smart recruitment; we are also very fortunate to have her as a committee member with the CIPD Branch in Devon and Cornwall . She will share actionable insights on how companies can adapt to changing work patterns and embrace diversity in recruitment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from local experts, gain valuable insights from the latest data and network with fellow professionals committed to shaping the future of recruitment. Register now.

Please note:

1. Webinar joining instructions will be sent to you again 1 day before the event, with a further reminder, 20 minutes prior to the event starting.
2. The session may be recorded and shared with people afterwards. Please bear this in mind and have your camera off if you do not wish for your image to be shared.
3. The chat function will be used for participants to engage with the webinar, so just be mindful of the login name you use and ensure you are happy for other people to see this.
4. For security reasons, it is requested that participants join the live session 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and with the same name as registered on Eventbrite as not doing so may cause a delay or non-admittance to the event.
5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.
6. Please note that refunds for CIPD Non-Member tickets will only be available until 7 days prior to the event, any cancelled tickets after this will not receive a refund.
7. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate.