Technology and AI Masterclass

How to buy and implement well

When: January 2027

Where: London, Birmingham, Manchester

AI is moving quickly, but many recruitment businesses are still asking the same questions. Which tools are right for my business? How do I assess suppliers? How do I ensure I’m not locked into technology that will date quickly? What are the compliance risks? And how do I ensure technology supports good recruitment rather than replacing it? 

Join the REC and industry experts for a practical advice session on how to plan, buy and deploy your technology for success. The half day masterclass will provide you with the framework, tools and techniques to make decisions on which technology you need for your business and how to buy and implement it well.  A mix of case studies, demos and expert advice, you will leave feeling confident to make the choices you need for your business.  

Welcome and industry context

What we are seeing across the recruitment market

• AI adoption in recruitment today

• Opportunities for growth and productivity

• Why governance and compliance matter

How to buy AI with confidence

• Understanding the AI and recruitment technology landscape

• Questions to ask technology suppliers

• Assessing value, risk and return on investment

• Integrating AI into existing recruitment processes

• Avoiding common mistakes

AI in practice

• Real-world examples from recruitment businesses

• What has worked well

• Challenges and lessons learned

• Measuring impact and return on investment

Using AI responsibly

• Data protection and GDPR considerations

• Bias, fairness and transparency

• Human oversight and accountability

• Emerging legislation and regulatory developments

• Developing an AI policy for your business

Panel discussion and audience Q&A

• Where AI can add the most value

• Balancing technology with the human element of recruitment

• The future of AI in recruitment

• Audience questions

Key takeaways

• How to buy AI solutions with confidence

• How to maximise the technology you already have

• How to remain compliant while adopting new tools

• Practical guidance on AI governance and implementation

• Real-world insights from recruitment businesses already using AI

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