Introduction

The world of hiring has seen dramatic changes in recent years, with continuous evolution in the labor market altering how we live and work. Talent acquisition teams are increasingly adopting AI to augment manual tasks and leveraging analytics to free up time, focusing on improving candidate experience, fostering employer brand, and creating a people-first recruitment experience.

This report examines the challenges and opportunities HR teams have encountered in the past year, along with several recruiting metrics to help talent teams benchmark their performance against other organizations and industry standards. We also explore the outlook for the future of recruiting and provide takeaways to help you thrive in 2025.

Whether you’re a business leader wearing multiple hats or part of a talent acquisition team supporting an evolving organization, the Employ Recruiter Nation Report 2024 offers insights to help scale your business and provide solutions for both simple and complex needs. It aims to share insights that allow you to continually and confidently refine your approach to create a truly people-first hiring strategy.