RecFest 2026 is nearly here, and we sat down to discuss what attendees can expect from the UK’s biggest talent acquisition festival. From AI and automation to employer branding, hiring trends, networking opportunities, and the famous RecFest after-parties, we cover it all.

Join RecTalk’s Nitin Sharma and Talking Talent host Sean “The TA Guy” Kennedy as they give their unfiltered take on:

🎪 What RecFest 2026 is really all about
🤖 The “Human Advantage” theme and whether AI has gone too far
📉 Why graduate hiring is falling and what it means for employers
💼 The reality facing job seekers and green lanyard attendees
🎤 The sessions we’d attend (and the ones we’d probably skip!)
🎁 RecFest merch, exhibitors and supplier stands
🍻 Networking, social selling and building genuine relationships
🎙️ The huge guest lineup joining us live at RecFest

We’ll also reveal some of the industry names expected to join us at the RecTalk podcast booth, including conversations with some of the biggest voices in recruitment, talent acquisition and HR tech.

If you’re attending RecFest this year, come and say hello.

👇 Let us know in the comments:
What’s the one session, speaker or supplier you’re most looking forward to seeing?

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