The Talent Digest – March 2026

Why Is Learning & Development Important for Early Talent?

As the evenings grow lighter and spring approaches, we hope the year is shaping up well for you. Read on for the latest insights, events and updates from Amberjack.

Latest Insights  

Tech Powered, Human Led: Don’t Forget Who We’re Trying to Hire

“Technology can make hiring better, faster and fairer, but it cannot replace the human connection that shapes a candidate’s experience, their trust, or their decision to join.” Our Head of Sales Jenny Fitzgerald looks at why organisations must remember who they are trying to hire: real humans with real hopes, nerves, questions, and expectations.

Hiring for Potential at Scale: Why the Process Is the Problem

Our Solutions & Delivery Director Jared Massey looks at why, when it comes to volume hiring, you should be looking beyond just speed and focus more on trust and authenticity. 

Upcoming Events 


Thursday 5th March (1pm-2pm):
From Data to Action: Addressing Disability Disclosure & Adjustments in Recruitment 🖥️

This webinar, brought to you by Amberjack and disability employment experts MyPlus, will explore why these discrepancies exist and what employers can do to encourage candidates to disclose their disability, and how to ensure appropriate adjustments are put in place when they do.

Amberjack exhibiting at the IHR Early Careers Conference

We had the pleasure of attending the IHR Early Careers Conference last week. Thanks to those who came over to our stand and to all the fabulous speakers throughout the day. It was an insightful day with many important takeaways! 

The Talent Download Podcast

On the latest episode of our Talent Download podcast, host Darren Lancaster sits down with Kema Davies, Global Early Careers Lead at Hiscox to discuss the critical importance of diversity and “the human wraparound” in modern recruitment.

You can watch the episode in full here: 

You can also listen now on the following channels:

🎙️Spotify -The Talent Download 
🎙️Apple – The Talent Download 

Awards

Our clients Morrisons have been shortlisted for both the Best Apprenticeship Programme and Best Use of AI in Recruitment at Target Jobs Awards in April.  

We worked closely with them to prioritise an effective attraction strategy, as well as an immersive and interactive recruitment process and are delighted to see the project recognised in this way.

Have Your Say

At Amberjack, we are committed to continually refining our approach to assessment so it remains closely aligned with our clients’ evolving priorities. As part of this, we’re gathering insights into which AI‑related behaviours matter most for our clients.

We’d be grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete a short survey about your views and current position when it comes to AI. 

If you have any projects that you need support with, or if you’d like to discuss any of the topics covered further, then do not hesitate to get in touch

The Amberjack Team

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