Attracting school leavers is becoming increasingly competitive, with young people navigating a crowded landscape of employers, routes and expectations. Changes to Level 7 funding seem likely to mean that employers turn even more towards school leaver recruitment so it is more important than ever to be able to stand out.

This session will explore how businesses can clearly articulate their offer, values and progression opportunities in a way that genuinely resonates with school leavers and early-career talent.

In this session, expert speakers will explore:

• What school leavers value most when choosing employers
• How to communicate your employer brand authentically to younger audiences
• Practical ways to engage with schools, parents and influencers to stand out in the early-talent market
• How to ensure the first few months in the workplace are a smooth transition for your school leaver recruits

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As skills needs in the workplace evolve faster than traditional job roles, organisations are increasingly rethinking how they attract, develop and retain talent. At the same time, individuals’ expectations of work are changing, with greater emphasis on skills development, wellbeing, flexibility and purpose.

This session will explore how a skills-based approach can help businesses better align with what people value and expect from their employer, while building a more adaptable and future-ready workforce.

In this session, expert speakers will explore:

• What a skills-based approach means in practice and how it responds to changing individual expectations of work
• The skills, development opportunities and working practices individuals increasingly value from employers
• How organisations can support skills development and progression in ways that benefit both individuals and the business

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming recruitment, from how candidates apply and prepare, to how employers screen, assess and select talent. This session will explore the growing use of AI on both sides of the recruitment process and what this means for fairness, efficiency and hiring outcomes.

In this session, expert speakers will explore:

• How candidates are using AI tools to apply for roles and prepare for interviews
• How employers are integrating AI into attraction, screening and assessment processes
• The risks, opportunities and ethical considerations of AI-driven recruitment

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