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Can you believe 2025 is almost here? As we get into the festive spirit, it’s also a great time to think about what the new year holds for global hiring.
Organization consulting firm, Kornferry recently released their Talent Acquisition Trends for 2025 report. Drawing insights from 400+ talent acquisition ´professionals, it outlines five key trends that will shape the global hiring market in the year ahead.
Let’s take a look at the leading trends and how an Employer of Record (EOR) helps you tackle what is coming next.
Trend #1: AI is NOT the Answer… Yet
Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominated the news this year but many have found its application limited or even overrated.
It has been pitched as a revolutionary force that would change the recruitment industry forever. But in reality, it has fallen short.
The Kornferry report highlights that 67% of survey respondents see increased AI usage in 2025; many are concerned by its inaccuracies.
In fact, 40% of talent specialists surveyed were worried that too much AI could mean they miss out on top candidates. While another quarter are concerned about algorithmic bias.
An Employer of Record (EOR) is ideal to help complement AI by managing the human-centric aspects of recruitment, like onboarding and employee engagement.
It promotes unbiased practices and bridges the gap between AI automation and the much-needed human touch factor in hiring success.
Trend #2: Focus on Critical Skills
As companies move toward prioritizing critical skills, 2025 presents new opportunities and challenges for recruitment.
Many organizations are focusing on roles that drive transformation, innovation and growth. However, identifying and hiring talent with the right skills remains a top concern for 24% of talent professionals surveyed.
Partnering with an EOR can simplify this process. With access to a global talent pool, an EOR helps you find the skilled professionals you need, no matter where they are. They manage compliance, payroll, and legal requirements, allowing you to focus on defining and filling key roles without complex admin.
An EOR ensures you can stay agile, compliant and focused on what matters most, growing your business.
Trend #3: L&D Is Now a Core Element
Learning and Develpoment (L&D) is no longer a box to tick. It’s a vital part of attracting and keeping the best talent. With 67% of employees willing to stay at a company offering growth opportunities, the message is clear: invest in their future and they’ll invest in yours.
An Employer of Record can help take your L&D strategy global. Whether its launching innovative programs such as gamification or managing upskilling initiatives across borders, an EOR ensures compliance with labor laws while simplifying program implementation.
By working with an EOR, you can focus on delivering impactful L&D programs that close skills gaps, support career growth, and retain your people, wherever in the world they may be.
Trend #4: EVP Is a Game-Changer
In 2025, a strong employee value proposition (EVP) will be more critical than ever. If your culture and values aren’t reflected in the employee experience, it can hurt your retention and reputation.
An Employer of Record ensures your EVP meets cultural values across borders. By managing localized onboarding, compliance and employee engagement, an EOR allows you to create a seamless, authentic experience for employees everywhere.
With an EOR, you can focus on building a workplace culture that’s consistent, credible, and resonates with the finest talent globally.
Trend #5: Beyond the Office – The Hybrid Approach
Flexibility is the future, and Hybrid 360 is leading the way. This trend goes beyond remote work to include flexible schedules, personalized benefits, and an inclusive approach to how and where people succeed.
Companies that keep rigid structures risk losing top talent to those offering more freedom.
An EOR makes putting Hybrid 360 into practice simple. By dealing with compliance, payroll and HR across borders, an EOR lets you support hybrid teams without worrying about legal issues.
With the right support and EOR partner, you can attract and retain the best talent by creating an environment that prioritizes inclusion and flexibility.
Preparing for 2025 with an EOR
The Kornferry report shows that adaptability, innovation, and a people-first approach is essential in talent acquisition in 2025.
From managing AI and critical skills to a creating a strong EVP, 2025’s trends call for bold, strategic actions.
An EOR is the perfect partner to help you overcome these challenges head-on. By simplifying compliance, enabling global hiring, and supporting flexible work strategies, it helps your business to stay ahead.
Talk to our expert team at Global Expansion about our award-winning EOR services and how we can make 2025 your best year yet!
