The Future of Talent Acquisition: Outcomes, AI, and Change
Sarah G. Palmer shares her perspective on how talent acquisition is evolving in a post–pandemic landscape.
She discusses the industry’s shift toward outcome-based recruitment models, how organizations are leveraging AI to improve efficiency and candidate experience, and the changing relationship between employers and talent partners.
Video Description
How is talent acquisition changing in a post-pandemic world?
In this engaging conversation, Sarah Palmer, President of Hueman People Solutions, offers an insider’s view into the new era of recruitment, and what organizations must do to stay ahead and explore the dramatic shifts transforming talent acquisition since the pandemic: from a renewed focus on outcome-based recruitment models to the expanding role of artificial intelligence in both efficiency and the candidate experience.
She discusses how leading organizations are moving away from transactional, one-size-fits-all approaches, instead seeking talent partners who can flex, adapt, and drive measurable business outcomes, without losing sight of the human element. Throughout the interview, Sarah shares why embracing change is now essential for talent leaders and business executives alike. She touches on the importance of adopting modern technologies, evolving success metrics, and building resilient, people-first talent strategies amid uncertainty and complexity. As candidate expectations change and competition for great talent intensifies, organizations can no longer afford to rely on outdated processes or inflexible partners.
Sarah also highlights how Hueman People Solutions is helping clients navigate today’s workforce challenges with recruitment solutions designed for flexibility and scalability, across Healthcare, Commercial, and Life Sciences sectors. You’ll hear real-world examples of how Hueman delivers measurable impact, accelerates hiring, and maintains a genuine, people-centric approach in everything we do. Whether you’re a CHRO, Talent Acquisition leader, CFO, or executive decision-maker, this conversation offers timely insights on modernizing your talent acquisition strategies and building a future-ready workforce. Tune in to learn why putting people first, and partnering with a recruitment provider who does the same, is the key to thriving in the next chapter of talent. Ready to future-proof your hiring strategy?
Discover how Hueman People Solutions can help your organization connect the right people to the right jobs, at the right time. Visit huemanrpo.com for more resources and success stories.
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