Five ways how HR careers are changing - and how to manage yours | Sessions

Workplace Application: Practically, the insights gained during this presentation can be applied by HR leaders to build sustainable HR teams that grow and develop in line with environmental and business requirements, as well as giving insight into the HR skills agenda for the future. For individuals, the perspectives shared can be incorporated into their own development planning for the future, setting the course for a successful HR career.

Description: How do HR careers develop, and which paths are HR professionals likely to explore to advance their ambitions? This talk dives into the current reality of HR careers, drawing from a global study of more than 3 million HR profiles, surveys with 350 HR professionals, and in-depth career stories of 10 senior HR leaders, to explore the following questions:

• How and why do people choose a career in HR?
• How are HR careers changing, and what are the five patterns that we see?
• How can you manage your own HR career?
• What skills underpin a future-proof HR career in the age of GenAI?

The presentation shares practical insights that can be applied by HR individuals to navigate their own careers, as well as guidance for HR leaders responsible for building sustainable HR skills and teams within their organization.

Learning Objectives: 

• Deeper insights in terms of the motivations behind HR career decisions
• How to navigate their own careers and make informed decisions about their next steps
• A better understanding of possible career paths and options
• The opportunity to measure their own readiness in terms of the skills required to manage a successful career within HR