Tag: recruitment

Graduate hiring remains stable despite AI disruption, research finds

Australia’s graduate job market stabilised in early 2026 – with postings well above pre-pandemic levels – after softening over the previous two years. So far, evidence that artificial intelligence is influencing graduate hiring trends is tentative rather than conclusive.

HR case study: Deloitte’s approach to strategic workforce planning

AHRI’s research shows Australian businesses are contending with the ‘5R effect’ – recruitment, redundancy, reorganisation, reskilling and retention all happening at once. To understand how HR can respond to this complex environment, HRM spoke with Deloitte’s CHRO to learn how she is approaching this challenge.

Infographic: How the 5R effect is reshaping Australia’s workforce

A new report paints a picture of a workforce in flux, where recruitment, retention, reorganisation, reskilling and redundancies are unfolding simultaneously. In this environment, HR’s role is to provide clarity and direction – ensuring organisations can navigate immediate pressures while building long-term capability.

5 ways businesses are responding to the rise of AI-generated job applications

With AI enabling jobseekers to apply for dozens of roles at the same time, employers are facing unprecedented volumes of applications. Here’s how five organisations are adapting their hiring processes to meet this challenge.

Infographic: Key considerations when hiring overseas workers

The rise of global hiring represents a huge opportunity for recruiters, but legal and jurisdictional complexities can introduce challenges for HR. Use these tips to optimise your strategy for recruiting and managing overseas workers.

Will checking character references really help you find the best candidate for a job?

While reference checks are commonplace in most organisations’ recruitment processes, there are important limitations that are worth keeping in mind.

Employers say 20 per cent of workers are not proficient in their roles, finds AHRI research

AHRI’s latest Quarterly Work Outlook report reveals that Australia’s skills gap is harming productivity, with high turnover predicted to be a key cause.

Real wages increase could be on the horizon once inflation eases, AHRI research finds

The basic mean pay increase is expected to be 3.7 per cent in the 12 months to January 2025, AHRI data finds. Plus, the research reveals employers’ recruitment and redundancy intentions for the current quarter.

3 common hiring mistakes and how to avoid them

From rushing the process to failing to consider transferable skills, here are some common hiring mistakes and steps you can take to avoid them.

3 ways to avoid candidates backing out of a job offer

Recent research reveals that within a 12-month period, half of candidates have accepted a job offer and then backed out at the last minute. How can recruiters avoid falling victim to this concerning trend?