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World Congress 2026 Europe • Jul 10, 2026 • Session details

From conversational job search to AI agents, must we reinvent recruitment?

Robindro Ullah

Traditional job boards are dying as candidates turn to AI agents for personalized career matches. Discover why HR must urgently master Generative Engine Optimization to remain visible.

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#1 about 2 min

Shifting from traditional job search to AI agents

The emergence of conversations with AI tools over conventional web searches requires rethinking established hiring processes.

#2 about 2 min

Higher conversion rates through informed AI candidate journeys

Candidates arriving through AI tools demonstrate significantly higher conversion rates due to better pre-application information.

#3 about 4 min

Transitioning to information and knowledge-based recruitment journeys

Recruiters must focus on managing an information journey rather than traditional career site touchpoints.

#4 about 3 min

Skipping traditional job boards and career pages entirely

Conversational agents directly prompt candidates with subsequent steps and deep links, effectively bypassing employer branding visuals.

#5 about 2 min

How academics currently utilize AI in job searches

Data shows academic professionals primarily use generative tools to identify suitable job openings and draft cover letters.

#6 about 2 min

Job search behaviors among blue-collar workers and pupils

Non-academic candidates and students exhibit similar AI adoption trends for finding open roles and drafting applications.

#7 about 2 min

Moving from generalized search to personalized match queries

Job seekers are learning to query large language models for customized employer recommendations based on their specific resumes.

#8 about 2 min

Candidate demands for AI automation in hiring processes

Applicants expect companies to use artificial intelligence for auto-responses and interview scheduling to save time.

#9 about 2 min

Understanding the questions candidates ask AI about employers

Employers must ensure their websites address the specific topics that different candidate demographics frequently query.

#10 about 2 min

Optimizing job ads for generative engine visibility

Companies should consult language models to understand and improve their visibility within AI-driven search results.

#11 about 2 min

Tracking language model usage and candidate demographic queries

The market share of AI tools used varies widely by demographic, influencing queries about salary, benefits, and hours.

#12 about 4 min

Strategies for adapting talent acquisition to AI landscapes

Recruitment teams must upskill their AI competence and closely observe their target audience to reinvent hiring workflows effectively.

#13 about 6 min

Audience questions on AI tools, demographics, and competence

Discussion covers data access, the scope of European AI competence surveys, and industry-specific tool popularity.

Matching moments

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Examining AI recruitment implementations in major talent platforms

Malcolm Myers Malcolm Myers · World Congress 2024

1:28 min

Applying AI into the daily recruitment process

José Kadlec José Kadlec · World Congress 2025

1:22 min

Preparing human resources teams for generative and agentic AI

Rudi Bauer Rudi Bauer +1 · Cappuccino with HR

1:00 min

The future impact of AI agents on recruiter roles

José Kadlec José Kadlec · World Congress 2025

7:23 min

Applying artificial intelligence to talent engagement and onboarding administration

Rudi Bauer Rudi Bauer +1 · Cappuccino with HR

1:58 min

Navigating emerging hiring legislation and shifting candidate behaviors

Leah Daniels Leah Daniels · World Congress 2024

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