Mastering skills shortages in 2024

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About this webinar:

Watch our Recruitment Masterclass! Our recruitment and HR experts, Richard Youngman and Lizzy Barry, joined forces to tackle the pressing issue of talent challenges and guide you in building a more resilient workforce. Dive into innovative solutions to address skills shortages head-on!

The battle for top talent isn’t letting up; it’s a global challenge. Despite a 17.3% drop in vacancies from last year, the UK still boasts a staggering 898,000 job openings as of February to April 2024.

In this webinar, we unravel the complexities behind these numbers and explore dynamic strategies to conquer skills shortages.

Stay ahead in the talent game and watch as we delve into:

➤ The fundamental pillars for business success: Attraction, growth, and retention.
➤ Understanding current trends: Gain insights into the recent statistics and trends affecting the job market, including the post-COVID-19 landscape.
➤ The underlying causes of talent shortages: Explore the factors behind the difficulty in filling vacancies. Is it a talent shortage, or are there deeper underlying issues?
➤ Upskilling and apprenticeships: Learn how companies can leverage apprenticeships and upskilling programs to cultivate talent internally, especially among school leavers.
➤ Competitive offerings: Understand how to make your organisation more attractive to potential employees through competitive salaries and benefits.
➤ Government policies and initiatives: Discover the latest government efforts to address skills gaps, including policies on childcare and flexible working arrangements.
➤ Preparing for legislative changes: Stay ahead of the curve with upcoming legislative changes, such as labour policies and their implications for your recruitment strategies.

Watch the conversation on tackling skills shortages effectively, discover how the latest HR and recruitment tech can help set you up for the future and take the first step towards building a more resilient and future-ready workforce.

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Speakers

Lizzy Barry – HR Director, IRIS Software Group
Richard Youngman – Recruitment Expert, Product, IRIS Software Group