Executive Space

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.

Access to affordable housing remains one of the biggest challenges for professionals, especially those who need to relocate for work. According to a LinkedIn survey conducted by Servitalent, the results are striking: 88% of respondents receive no support from their companies to secure housing. Only 1% report receiving financial assistance or corporate housing, while 11% cite remote work or flexible arrangements as their only form of support.

These figures reveal not only a significant gap in corporate policies but also highlight a critical issue impacting workforce mobility, the ability to close hiring agreements, and ultimately, companies’ competitiveness.

The security and defense sector in Spain is undergoing a period of transformation and growth. The geopolitical, economic, and governmental landscape is creating a favorable environment that promises to drive its development in the coming years. We analyze the key reasons why 2025 will be a decisive year for this industry and how it will impact the demand for specialized talent

Expanding a business into new markets like Germany, Mexico, or the United States presents significant challenges. These include identifying qualified candidates, adapting to cultural differences, complying with local regulations, and retaining key talent. To overcome these barriers, companies need effective tools and strategies for managing global talent.

As the new year approaches, reflecting on leadership challenges becomes essential. One of the most overlooked yet common struggles for CEOs is the loneliness that comes with leadership. This phenomenon affects executives across all industries and company sizes, from multinational corporations to small organizations.

The emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has sparked a true revolution in the global tech market. Its disruptive and highly efficient model is challenging well-established companies, proving that even the most stable industries are not immune to unexpected change. But this phenomenon is not exclusive to technology—any market can be vulnerable to disruption.

For business leaders, the key question is: how can we navigate this shift, and what competencies are essential to thrive in this new environment?

Social media has transformed the way we interact and present ourselves to the world. Today, these platforms not only reflect our personal activities and interests but also reveal key aspects of our professional lives. This shift has led many companies to consider reviewing candidates’ social mediaprofiles as an integral part of the selection process. However, this practice has sparked an ongoing ethical debate. Below, we explore the pros and cons of examining candidates’ social media during the hiring process.

Company Christmas dinners, beyond being a festive event, provide a unique opportunity to observe soft skills that do not always emerge in the daily work environment. From communication abilities to emotional intelligence, these informal gatherings can reveal crucial aspects of personality and team dynamics.

In Spain, the aging workforce is no longer a projection—it’s a reality. Recent studies reveal that by 2030, over 40% of the working-age population will be over 50 years old. This demographic shift presents unique challenges for the labor market: while accumulated experience becomes increasingly valuable, adapting to a fast-evolving technological landscape is now essential.

As a new year begins, businesses in Spain face a series of key challenges in talent management. In a context marked by technological transformation, globalization, and regulatory changes, CEOs and HR managers have the opportunity to position themselves strategically to lead the market.