AI trends reshaping high-volume hiring without the hype
In a labour market squeezed by rising costs, volatile demand and shifting candidate expectations, TA teams hiring for high-volume blue-collar roles are under pressure like never before. At the same time, AI legislation is tightening, new technologies are emerging monthly, and hiring teams are expected to deliver more with less. This session cut through the noise and showed what actually works in real-world, frontline hiring. We’ve learnt the tactics, tools and trends that genuinely move the needle… without the jargon or over-promising.
Topics discussed:
- How practical, compliant AI tools can streamline frontline hiring without overwhelming busy teams
- Actionable tips, tricks and best practices for reducing no-shows, improving candidate quality, and hiring fast during economic uncertainty
- The trends that matter now, from upcoming AI regulations to labour market shifts, automation, and the new candidate behaviours reshaping high-volume and blue-collar recruitment
Speakers
CEO & Co Founder Eric has spent over 8 years building and scaling tech companies across Europe. In his time at Voi, Eric built the Nordics business and team, hiring over 100 people in frontline roles. It’s this experience that inspired Kiku, Eric saw first hand the challenges of high volume frontline hiring and, together with co-founder and CTO Rasmus, created an AI driven solution to improve high volume hiring forever.
Natasha Preocanin is the Managing Director for In-house Recruitment (IHR), the largest and most engaged community for In-house Recruiters. Our 20,000+ community benefit from over 70 live and virtual events each year ranging from our 1000-strong exhibitions and high profile awards to exclusive half-day breakfasts and targeted dinners for Recruitment Leaders. We also produce industry leading digital whitepapers, webinars and leadership videos alongside high value community forums and an all-inclusive supplier directory. With a background in events, Natasha’s joined the company in 2012 as an Events Executive and quickly progressed up the ranks to her current position as MD. She now leads the company in becoming the go-to resource for all In-house and Talent Acquisition teams who are looking to become better recruiters. Natasha can often be seen on stage, hosting our events or behind a microphone, interviewing a host of industry experts.
Event partner
Kiku helps companies hire faster and fairer at scale by instantly screening applicants, surfacing the best candidates, and empowering hiring teams with clear, consistent shortlists. The result: reduced time-to-hire, stronger candidate experiences, and a more efficient hiring process for high volume frontline hirers.