Bring back the human touch

 Why It’s Time to Bring Humanity Back Into Hiring

The recruitment world is changing — and not always for the better.

Employers today are increasingly overwhelmed by the sheer volume of AI-generated CVs flooding their inboxes. With tools that can spin out tailored applications in seconds, the hiring process is becoming saturated with content that looks perfect on paper but often lacks substance and genuine connection.

But perhaps this is a taste of what job seekers have been enduring for years.

For far too long, candidates have had to navigate impersonal, automated hiring systems where their applications are screened — and often rejected — by algorithms before a human ever lays eyes on them. These systems are designed to sift through volume quickly, but they often miss the nuances that matter: transferable skills, hidden potential, or a candidate’s real story.

This tech-first approach has created a growing disconnect between employers and talent. Rejections come quickly and often unfairly. Screening decisions are made based on keywords rather than context. And too many qualified individuals are being overlooked — not because they lack ability, but because they don’t match the rigid filters of an AI system.

It’s time we reintroduce the human element into hiring.

No machine can replace genuine empathy, active listening, and the power of building real relationships. A recruiter who takes the time to understand a person — their background, challenges, ambitions — can make better, more thoughtful matches than any algorithm ever could.

Great recruitment is not just about ticking boxes. It’s about potential. It’s about culture fit. And most importantly, it’s about people.

If we want to hire better, build stronger teams, and create a fairer job market, we must bring humanity back into the process. That means slowing down, asking better questions, and engaging with candidates as individuals — not data points.

The future of hiring shouldn’t be fully automated. It should be deeply human.