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Conclusion
While it is essential to identify some of the key challenges AI presents to organisational hiring
processes and the di昀昀iculties candidates may encounter as their AI engagement evolves, it
is equally important for organisations and individuals to embrace the wave of change and
opportunity that AI brings and ensure they are set up for success.
Whilst tomorrow's workers are part
artist, part data scientist, it is data
that will provide early predictions into
workplace and workforce change.
Sinead Hourigan - Global Head of Advisory
How organisations can embrace AI
Establish your human premium:
Analyse and assess what your human employees currently do that makes your organisation brilliant
and truly di昀昀erentiates you from your competition.
Invest in AI Readiness:
AI knowledge baselines are low. AI learning & development, tailored to your context, provides a
solid foundation on which to implement AI e昀昀ectively, and for the long-term.
Become data-obsessed:
Whilst tomorrow's workers are part artist, part data scientist, it is data that will provide early
predictions into workplace and workforce change.
How candidates can embrace AI6
Understand how employers use AI in hiring:
Understanding how AI tools screen resumes, assess video interviews, or rank candidates helps you
tailor your approach. Knowing that keywords, forma琀琀ing, and structure ma琀琀er can empower you
to present your experience more strategically while maintaining your own personal identity in the
application process.
Enquire about the hiring process:
In initial conversations with recruiters or hiring managers, ask how the company utilises AI in the
candidate selection process. This will provide you with insight into how the organisation leverages
AI and clarity around what to expect.
Empower your job search with AI:
This goes beyond optimising resumes. Candidates can utilise AI to prepare for interviews, research
companies, or even understand complex job descriptions. This can boost con昀椀dence and show hiring
managers that you understand their company and the responsibilities of the role.
As organisations increasingly integrate AI into their hiring processes and candidates learn how to
embrace AI technology, both must remain mindful of the challenges it presents. From skills gaps and
inconsistent tool adoption to concerns around bias, the road to responsible AI adoption is complex.
Addressing these issues requires a balanced approach that combines technological innovation with
human empathy, clear communication, and ethical oversight.
The future of AI in recruitment hinges on the ability of organisations to use AI responsibly and the
openness of candidates to embrace these technological shifts, while also championing the human
premium for employers and employees alike.
Sources 1 h琀琀ps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jols.12535 2 Half of hiring leaders demand new skills due to AI adoption - report | HRD New Zealand 3 h琀琀ps://www.昀椀ntechweekly.com/magazine/articles/klarnahires-customer-service-after-ai-pivot 4 h琀琀ps://www.ashbyhq.com/talent-trends-report/reports/2023-recruiter-productivity-trends-report 5 What the Mobley v. Workday Case Means for the Future of AI and Fair Hiring
- HRO Today 6 h琀琀ps://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinecastrillon/2025/05/20/ai-recruiting-2025-a-win-for-hiring-managers-not-job-seekers/
