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In today's complex geopolitical landscape, talent management faces a growing challenge: the rise of tariffs. This situation introduces economic uncertainty that directly impacts talent attraction and the retention of professionals. Candidates, especially those with stable jobs, may show greater risk aversion and lower job mobility, fearing the potential negative repercussions on companies seeking professionals in the market.

Talent management decisions cannot be based on intuition. Training, team development, internal promotions, and cultural alignment with the company are essential for organizational growth. Without proper competency mapping, these efforts may be ineffective. In this article, we explore its importance, the benefits of proper implementation, and the risks of overlooking it.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing talent management, strategic decision-making, and business efficiency. However, its implementation must align with ethical and responsible principles. That’s why at Servitalent, we have joined the Commitment to Safe and Responsible AI in the Workplace, an initiative led by AEDIPE (Spanish Association for People Management and Development), supported by organizations such as the OECD, G7, and ILO.

The recent announcement by the Spanish Government regarding salary increases for the military has reignited the debate around pay equity and the need for structured salary reviews in any organization. While this raise has been welcomed by many, it has also sparked criticism when compared to other security forces.

From a talent management perspective, this case highlights the importance of designing salary policies using a data-driven and strategic approach, avoiding reactive decisions that could lead to internal inequalities or financial instability.

Sustainability is no longer an option—it is an obligation within the European Union framework. With the enforcement of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies are required to integrate ESG criteria (Environmental, Social, and Governance) into their corporate reports. This regulatory shift is transforming how organizations manage their strategy and talent.

With the new year, HR teams must adapt to a regulated environment where the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) is key. The Spanish Agency for AI Supervision (AESIA) will begin inspections on February 2, 2025, ensuring compliance with Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, which classifies AI systems based on risk level. If your company uses AI in recruitment, now is the perfect time to optimize your processes and ensure that they are ethical, transparent, and effective.

In a job market where the competition to attract and retain talent is increasingly fierce, ensuring that a job offer is solidified correctly is as important as finding the ideal person for the role. Often, after a long recruitment process, uncertainty between the company and the candidate can lead to doubts or even the loss of a key profile. This is where the pre-contract of commitment to hire comes into play: an agreement that guarantees both parties are committed and secure before the final contract is signed.

Far from being just a formality, the pre-contract is a powerful tool that secures both the company and the candidate, providing security, clarity, and commitment from the outset. In this article, we explain how this document can make a difference in your recruitment processes and why you should consider it a key part of your strategy to attract and retain top talent.

At Servitalent, we work with a clear mission: to select executives, middle managers, and highly qualified professionals who will lead the most demanding industrial sectors. Since June 2019, we have been operating under the international ISO 10667-2:2013 standard, making us one of the few companies in the sector with this quality certification. This commitment to excellence is reinforced annually through external audits, such as the one we are currently conducting.

On June 14, 2024, the European Parliament approved Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 on Artificial Intelligence, commonly known as the EU AI Act. This regulation establishes a regulatory framework that significantly impacts various sectors, including human resources. Specifically, it affects recruitment, assessment, and selection activities. The law will come into effect on January 1, 2025, with full enforcement starting from July 1, 2025.