Anton Blades

Associate Director

UK

Anton is a specialist in HR technology and analytics recruitment, including HRIS, HR data, HR reporting, and HR systems recruitment within the UK. He started his HR recruitment career in 2018 and now covers his HRIS recruitment specialism for the mid to senior market, for both interim (fixed term and day rate), and permanent hires across all sectors. Anton holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Exeter University.

Anton’s Insights

Navigating your career in HR analytics in Germany: skills, tools and trends

  • Posted May 6, 2026
Contents Share HR analytics has shifted from a niche capability into a core part of modern human resources. In Germany, this shift has been particularly pronounced due to a strong focus on precision, compliance and long‑term workforce planning. Organisations increasingly expect HR professionals to use HR data and metrics to inform decision‑making, support talent management […]

Mastering global HR technology: scaling HR systems, data and AI at global scale

  • Posted April 30, 2026
Contents Share As organizations expand internationally, HR technology moves from a supporting function to a core part of business strategy. Global HR teams are now expected to manage complex HR systems, growing volumes of employee data, and workforce management challenges across multiple jurisdictions while still delivering a strong employee experience. Fragmented HR processes, disconnected HR […]

How multinational companies are adapting HR leadership profiles in Dubai 

  • Posted April 29, 2026
Contents Share Dubai has established itself as a major regional hub for multinational organisations operating across the Middle East, Africa and parts of Asia. As companies scale across the UAE and wider GCC, the expectations placed on HR leadership have shifted. Traditional human resources leadership models, often designed for mature Western markets, are being reshaped to meet […]

Succession planning for HR leadership in top law firms: building strength from within 

  • Posted April 23, 2026
Contents Share Succession planning in US law firms has traditionally focused on one thing, continuity of client relationships. Who will inherit the work? Who will keep the revenue flowing? Who will step into leadership roles at partnership level?  Increasingly, though, another question is moving to the foreground, how will the firm sustain the leadership capability […]
  • Fixed term contract

HR Systems Analyst

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced HR Systems Specialist to enhance and evolve their digital HR landscape. This position plays a key role in shaping how people data is managed, reported, and leveraged across the business, while supporting ongoing transformation and system optimisation. This role requires SuccessFactors experience and is being recruited on a […]
  • Salary GBP50000 – GBP55000 per hour
  • Posted Posted 4 weeks ago

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  • Permanent

HR Systems Specialist

I am delighted to recruit on behalf of a fantastic client in the financial services space for an HR Systems Specialist. Based in the heart of London, you will own configuration across multiple tools, reporting directly to the HR Systems Manager. This role sits within a central people analytics function, providing essential support to global […]
  • Salary Up to GBP75000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 4 weeks ago

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