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Irish Business Confidence is Growing

While business leaders are much more optimistic about growth than they were last year, many are conscious of risks like skill gaps, economic volatility, and technological disruption. By Maggie Mancini…

Retirement Planning Top Goal for UAE Workers

More than one-third (36%) of employees are confident in their ability to reach their financial aspirations in 2025, according to research from National Bonds. By Maggie Mancini National Bonds, the…

Qatar Business Leaders Optimistic About Long-Term Growth

Research from KPMG finds CEOs are prioritising resilience, technological innovation, and adaptability in 2025. By Maggie Mancini As organisations respond to global uncertainties, Qatar’s CEOs remain optimistic about long-term growth,…

AI Adoption on the Rise in Sub-Saharan Africa

Research from PwC finds 45% of regional business leaders expect AI to increase profitability in the next year. By Maggie Mancini Almost two-thirds (63%) of CEOs in Sub-Saharan Africa say…

Lessons Learned

From embracing new technologies to dealing with political and economic uncertainties, HR will continue to be a key driver in shaping the future of work. By Orla Leonard In 2025,…

Unlocking Employee Potential

By investing in technology to create inclusive workplaces and adopting a people-first approach to culture, HR can drive individual and collective success in 2025. By Rebekah Wallis In today’s rapidly…

Developing Top Talent

Filipa Gamanho Esteves, chief human resources officer at Capgemini Portugal, has optimised the company’s TA and candidate selection processes to improve time to hire and ensure recruitment keeps pace with…

Fostering Inclusion and Belonging

Kyndryl’s inclusion networks in the U.K. and Ireland are dedicated to cultivating community and improving engagement among the company’s diverse workforce.   By Maggie Mancini Since becoming an independent company…

UAE Salaries Falling Amid Surplus of Talent

Research from Robert Half finds that 65% of employees remain in their jobs out of necessity rather than preference. By Maggie Mancini As the United Arab Emirates continues to attract…

U.K.’s New Industrial Strategy Should Focus on Skills

To address workforce challenges, employers believe that the government should prioritise upskilling, expanded job training, fostering entrepreneurship, and attracting international talent. By Maggie Mancini Employers are urging the U.K. government…

AI Could Save Labour Time for Middle East HR Leaders

Streamlined HR tasks enable HR leaders to focus on meaningful initiatives like talent management and employee experience finds research from Bain & Company. By Maggie Mancini Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)…