People Matters Talent Acquisition Conference 2025

THE GREAT TA
RECALIBRATION

30^th September 2025 | Riyadh, KSA

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30^th September 2025 | Riyadh, KSA

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Talent Acquisition is not the end of the funnel. It’s the beginning of everything.

WHY NOW.

WHY HERE.

WHY you.

Talent is no longer a cost. It's the capital. And in the Middle East, it's the single greatest lever for transformation. With trillions being funneled into economic diversification, smart cities, and human capital development, the region is not evolving - it’s reinventing.

Middle East stands at the epicenter of this evolution. Vision 2030 isn’t just policy - it’s a blueprint demanding an evolved, recalibrated, and revolutionized approach to Talent Acquisition. As it shifts from ambition to execution, Talent Acquisition is no longer a support function. It's a national imperative.

THIS IS NOT JUST A CONCLAVE. IT’S A STRATEGIC INTERVENTION.

Forget the cookie-cutter formats. This is an experiential leadership forum, designed to stretch minds, provoke ideas, and spark recalibration on four dimensions:

Mindset

From recruiter to talent futurist

Technology

From tools to intelligent ecosystems

Strategy

From filling roles to fulfilling business vision

Impact

From metrics to market-moving outcomes

Our Broad Objectives.

To reimagine Talent Acquisition as a force of transformation - where strategy, intelligence, and purpose converge to shape the future of work, business, and nations.

Decode macro shifts impacting TA - AI, geopolitics, demography, skills revolutions
Equip leaders to design adaptive, intelligence-driven TA Models
Build capabilities to drive workforce readiness for industry 4.0 and 5.0
Connect TA to nation-building, ESG, DEI, and economic transformation
Foster cross-industry collaboration to build a future-ready GCC talent ecosystem

Why attend Talent Acquisition Conclave?

Align Talent with Vision 2030

Be a part of the recalibration that bridges workforce strategies with Saudi Arabia’s national goals.

Global Expertise, Local Impact

Discover global best practices redefined to meet Saudi Arabia’s talent priorities.

Future-Focused Strategies

Harness technology, AI, and predictive analytics to recalibrate recruitment for the future.

What’s in Store for You at the Talent Acquisition Conclave?

Immersive Case Studies
Innovation Lab
- Interactive Masterclass
- Experiential Study Tour
Dynamic Panels
Open Dialogue & Roundtables
Visionary Keynotes
Technology Showcases

Spotlight Topics And Sub Themes:

Nationalization and Next-Gen Workforce Models

Explore how TA leaders can align with nationalization policies (like Saudization and Emiratization) while building inclusive, future-fit hiring frameworks that drive both compliance and competitiveness.

Key Takeaways

Design talent models that align with e-government and digital governance
Leverage public-private talent partnerships to accelerate capability building
Implement digital hiring platforms for transparent, citizen-centric recruitment

Strategic TA in Government & Public Sector Transformation

Governments across the GCC are transforming their human capital approach to meet national visions. This session explores how TA can drive modernization in public institutions.

Key Takeaways

Design talent models that align with e-government and digital governance
Leverage public-private talent partnerships to accelerate capability building
Implement digital hiring platforms for transparent, citizen-centric recruitment

Talent Operating Models for Hypergrowth Startups

The region’s startup and scale-up ecosystems are booming—but are their TA functions built to support hypergrowth?

Key Takeaways

Build zero-to-one talent strategies for startup and venture-backed scaling
Design lean yet intelligent TA models that adapt with funding stages
Balance speed, quality, and culture in high-velocity hiring environments

Human Experience in Digital Hiring Journeys

Automation is here, but experience matters more than ever. Learn how to humanize digital journeys and turn every interaction into a brand moment.

Key Takeaways

Architect frictionless but empathetic hiring experiences
Use design thinking to map emotional journeys from first click to first day
Embed personalization at scale through intelligent automation

Strategic Succession & Future Role Creation

In economies reinventing themselves, the future roles don’t exist yet. Discover how to use TA not just to fill today’s roles—but to prepare for tomorrow’s.

Key Takeaways

Co-create future role architectures with business and strategy leaders
Use predictive analytics to identify succession risks and capability gaps
Develop TA-led future workforce scenario planning to stay ahead of disruption

Cost-Effective TA Transformation in Challenging Economies

TA leaders must now do more with less—without compromising quality. Explore scalable, efficient, and value-driven recruitment strategies in dynamic economies.

Key Takeaways

Apply lean hiring principles for process efficiency and reduced time-to-fill.
Use TA-as-a-Service models to flex internal capability and vendor mix
Prioritize value-based metrics (quality of hire, long-term retention) over vanity KPIs

Designing TA Ecosystems for Cross-Border Talent Mobility

With fluid workforces across the GCC and beyond, companies must build integrated systems that allow for seamless cross-border talent attraction, movement, and retention.

Key Takeaways

Build regional TA platforms to enable mobility across jurisdictions
Create multi-currency, multi-language, and multi-compliance-ready frameworks
Partner with migration authorities and talent visa programs to stay ahead

Recruitment Process Automation (RPA) + Human Touch Design

Automation can’t replace empathy—but it can optimize the process. This track explores how to blend RPA with human-centered hiring.

Key Takeaways

Identify low-value, high-volume TA tasks for automation (e.g., screening, scheduling)
Maintain candidate intimacy through key human touchpoints
Use AI-assisted nudges to personalize candidate journeys

Gen Z & the Hyper-Personalized Hiring Experience

Gen Z demands purpose, speed, and personalization. Learn how to rewire your hiring experience to attract and retain this critical workforce segment.

Key Takeaways

Design micro-journeys and content paths tailored to Gen Z preferences
Build mobile-first, fast-track application systems
Leverage social proof and gamification in employer brand activation

It's not just talent you acquire.
It's innovation.

The Innovation Lab brings
you an eye-opening

EXPERIENTIAL STUDY TOUR

Embark on an exclusive journey with our Study Tour, meticulously crafted for HR leaders and visionaries seeking to redefine the future of work. These premium, immersive experiences go beyond traditional learning, offering unparalleled access to the strategies, innovations, and cultures of world-leading organizations.

The Innovation Lab brings
you an eye-opening

MASTERCLASS

Join us for an exclusive Masterclass designed to empower HR leaders and visionaries with cutting-edge knowledge and actionable strategies. This premium experience blends expert-led discussions, real-world case studies, and collaborative activities, ensuring participants leave with a powerful toolkit to drive innovation and impact within their organizations.

This is Your Call
to Recalibrate