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:
1. How and why do people choose a career in HR?
2. How are HR careers changing, and what are the five patterns we see?
3. How can you manage your own HR career?
4. What skills underpin a future-proof HR career in the age of GenAI?
The presentation shares practical insights that HR individuals can apply to navigate their careers, as well as guidance for HR leaders responsible for building sustainable HR skills and teams within their organization.