Sarah Smart, founder of Horizon Human Resources and a seasoned talent acquisition (TA) leader, joins us this episode to discuss the transformational impact of AI on talent acquisition. We explore how AI is reshaping TA roles, from coordinators to sourcers, and make the case for a fundamental shift in how organizations structure and skill their recruiting teams for the future. Sarah also provides critical advice for CHROs on adopting a skills-first strategy and integrating workforce planning directly into the TA organization to create a more predictive, data-driven, and effective hiring engine. 

[0:00] Introduction

[5:28] How is AI impacting Talent Acquisition today?

[20:32] How will TA structure and skills evolve over the next two years?

[36:18] What is your advice for CHROs?

[44:19] Closing

Quick Quote

“When you flip everything on its head and think skills first, it completely changes the structure of your organization.”