2025 Report Reveals the Five-Stage Journey to Talent Enablement

2025 report by Talent Strategy expert Nadine O’Regan unpacks the rapidly shifting landscape of Talent Acquisition, revealing a maturity model that redefines the function’s role in business success.

Titled “The Evolution of TA,” the report explores how TA teams are moving beyond traditional hiring practices into strategic business partnership and talent enablement.

“It’s no longer about filling roles. It’s about enabling growth, co-owning strategy, and creating long-term value through talent,” says Nadine O’Regan.

Key Insights from the Report Include:

  • TA’s New Mandate: From transactional hiring to transformational impact
  • The Five Stages of TA Maturity: From Reactive Recruiter to Strategic Talent Enabler
  • No Universal Path: The right approach depends on your organisation’s stage, complexity, and ambition
  • Talent Enablement as a Strategic Advantage: High-performing TA teams are influencing workforce design, capability planning, and business outcomes

With frameworks, real-world examples, and a clear roadmap for TA leaders, this report provides practical tools to benchmark progress and spark transformation.

Why It Matters Now

As workforce expectations shift and AI reshapes how work gets done, TA teams face increasing pressure to deliver value beyond speed and cost. This model offers clarity and direction for teams seeking to stay relevant, impactful, and aligned with the future of work.

Access the Full Report:The Evolution of TA

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