The HR job market: Trends, shifts and what it means for your career
Free for everyone
Organised by The CIPD Branch in Essex and Ipswich
Free for everyone
Organised by The CIPD Branch in Essex and Ipswich
Explore how economic shifts, evolving HR roles and AI are reshaping careers and how to stay ahead in a competitive HR job market.
As part of our Lunch & Learn series, this 30-40 minute session will provide a focused update on the key trends shaping the HR job market. Led by a leading HR recruitment specialist in the area, the session will draw on real-time market insight to explore how economic uncertainty, organisational change, evolving business expectations, and advancing technology are impacting HR roles, career pathways, and hiring patterns across the profession.
This session is ideal for people professionals who are considering an internal move, exploring external opportunities, or simply wanting to stay ahead in a jobs changing market. We’ll highlight growth areas, where reductions are happening, and the capabilities increasingly in demand. Attendees will leave with practical insight into where to focus their development to remain competitive, relevant, and future-ready in the HR profession.
About the speaker
Michael Pickup
Managing Director of a leading HR recruitment consultancy with over 25 years experience in Human Resources. Trusted adviser to a range of clients in the Legal, Professional and Financial Services sectors, with a reputation amongst candidates for straightforward, impartial careers advice and professionalism.
Please note:
Thu 16 Apr 2026, 13:00-13:45
Online