Macmillan Monthly. January 2025
Welcome to the January 2025 edition of the Macmillan Monthly newsletter.
As we step into 2025, the HR landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, bringing with it a unique mix of challenges and opportunities. This year, organisations face the critical task of creating workplaces that are resilient, inclusive, and adaptable to meet the ever-changing needs of their workforce and the business environment. In this issue, we explore the priorities, trends, and innovations shaping the HR profession in the year ahead.
Our Associate Director, Leanne Boddy, takes a closer look at the key areas demanding attention in 2025, offering insights into how HR leaders can navigate this transformative period with confidence.
In recruitment, the focus has shifted beyond simply filling vacancies to building meaningful, long-lasting connections with candidates. Darren Hayman, Managing Director at Macmillan Davies, shares strategies to enhance your recruitment process and position your organisation as a standout in a competitive talent market.
We reflect on our own journey at Macmillan Davies as we implemented a 9-day fortnight in late 2024. Darren Hayman offers a candid perspective on the lessons we’ve learned and how this bold change is reshaping the way we work.
Finally, we share the details of our 2025 FuturExec: The Academy programme.
This year is full of potential for innovation and growth in HR. We look forward to being part of the conversation and supporting you every step of the way.
Enjoy the read!
2025: Priorities, challenges, and trends for HR Professionals
As we step into 2025, the HR landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation, presenting both challenges and opportunities for organisations. HR leaders in the UK are tasked with creating resilient, inclusive, and adaptable workplaces to meet the demands of a shifting workforce and business environment. This evolving landscape is also driving demand for specialised HR expertise to address critical areas of focus as Leanne Boddy, Associate Director at Macmillan Davies discusses...Read more
Elevating your recruitment process: Engagement starts before day one
At Macmillan Davies, we know recruitment is no longer just about filling vacancies; it’s about building meaningful connections with candidates and clients to ensure long-term success. In a competitive talent market, where candidates have more options than ever, a well-designed recruitment process can be the differentiator that sets an organisation apart. Darren Hayman, Managing Director at Macmillan Davies explains some key strategies that could help elevate the talent attraction strategy for your business...Read more
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Lessons learnt in implementing a 9-day fortnight
In recent years, many businesses across various industries have begun re-evaluating traditional work structures. Back in October 2024, here at Macmillan Davies, we boldly decided to permanently implement a 9-day fortnight. While the journey has been rewarding, it has not been without its challenges and lessons. Here Managing Director, Darren Hayman shares a candid look at what we've learned so far...Read more
FuturExec: The Academy 2025
FuturExec: The Academy is back for 2025, and we’re thrilled to run the program again in Manchester, Birmingham, and London, with an array of exciting events, including webinars, roundtable discussions, seminars, and workshops. This year’s focus covers timely topics such as the new Employment Rights Bill, mental health & well-being, and organisation design and change, among others. At Macmillan Davies, we’re committed to advancing HR careers, supporting professionals from entry-level to senior management, and fostering long-term growth through mentorship and development.
FuturExec: The Academy is designed to nurture ambitious early-career HR professionals, providing access to in-person sessions, roundtables, and webinars led by HR experts and business leaders. Tailored for rising HR stars, the program covers diverse, pressing topics, from AI in talent management to building inclusive workplaces, offering free training, fresh insights, and professional guidance to enhance participants' skills, confidence, and career trajectory. With benefits for individuals and teams, participants gain valuable networking opportunities, insights from industry leaders, and personal development tools to navigate their careers.
Our academies are located in key cities: Manchester, where the journey of FuturExec began and continues to thrive; Birmingham, offering a vibrant and dynamic environment for HR professionals to connect and grow; and London, the heart of global HR innovation and leadership. Each location hosts in-person sessions, providing unique opportunities to network with peers and leaders in the field.
Whether you’re interested in joining, mentoring, hosting, or speaking at an event, FuturExec provides a platform for collaboration and growth. Reach out to your Macmillan Davies HR Consultant or contact us via email at