{"id":145136,"date":"2025-07-14T15:53:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T15:53:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/?p=145136"},"modified":"2025-11-05T10:12:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T10:12:10","slug":"hr-trends-in-professional-services-restructuring-hybrid-work-and-ai-transformation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/de\/market-insight\/market-update\/hr-trends-in-professional-services-restructuring-hybrid-work-and-ai-transformation\/","title":{"rendered":"HR trends in professional services: restructuring, hybrid work and AI transformation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide post-content-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>As H1 2025 wraps up, HR leaders in professional services are navigating a landscape shaped by hybrid work shifts, restructuring initiatives and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. In a mid-year market update, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/consultants\/charlotte-faktor\/\">Charlotte Faktor<\/a>, Executive Director and Head of Interim, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/consultants\/james-baker\/\">James Baker<\/a>, Partner and Head of Professional Services and Human Capital at Frazer Jones, shared their reflections on the first half of the year and what HR professionals should expect in H2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"HR trends in professional services: restructuring, hybrid work and AI transformation | Frazer Jones\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LyJeqgSzz4c?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hybrid-work-and-the-return-to-in-person-collaboration\">Hybrid work and the return to in-person collaboration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most visible shifts in the HR function has been the move back to office-based collaboration. \u201cIt\u2019s no longer a question of <em>if<\/em>,\u201d said Charlotte. \u201cIt\u2019s more about <em>when<\/em> and <em>how often<\/em>.\u201d Many firms are now landing on four days in the office, up from three in previous years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>James highlighted the impact on employee experience and retention, especially for early-career professionals. \u201cThere\u2019s a recognition that those who started their careers during the pandemic missed out on in-person learning. Being physically present is critical for development and engagement.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This shift is influencing workforce planning, onboarding workflows and how HR teams design job descriptions to reflect new expectations around flexibility and collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-interim-hiring-and-restructuring-trends\">Interim hiring and restructuring trends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The interim market in H1 reflected broader restructuring efforts across professional services. Charlotte noted a surge in demand for HR professionals with specialist skill sets, particularly in response to private equity investment in mid-tier accounting firms. \u201cWe\u2019ve seen a lot of need for people who can lead redundancy processes, support organisational change and manage transitions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional interim roles like maternity cover remain, but the focus has shifted toward transformation. \u201cThere\u2019s a trend of blending roles,\u201d Charlotte explained. \u201cTalent acquisition and talent management are coming closer together. Business partners are being asked to take on branding, EVP and even project work.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This consolidation is driven by cost efficiency and the need to optimise team structures. Many recruiters and HR professionals are now managing multiple responsibilities, often across different functions, which raises questions about long-term sustainability and burnout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ai-adoption-and-its-impact-on-hr-teams\">AI adoption and its impact on HR teams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept. It\u2019s actively reshaping the HR function. James observed that some firms are restructuring in anticipation of AI-driven efficiencies, while others are embedding AI technology more gradually. \u201cSome businesses are ahead of the curve,\u201d he said. \u201cOthers are taking a 12 to 18-month view before making structural changes.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of AI in HR is expanding across multiple areas, from automating repetitive tasks to enhancing candidate sourcing and improving the recruitment process. AI-powered tools like chatbots and generative AI applications are being used to streamline onboarding, support real-time decision-making and improve the candidate experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HR teams are also exploring more advanced AI capabilities, including predictive analytics, natural language processing and machine learning algorithms. These technologies are helping to identify skill gaps, forecast hiring needs and support performance management initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, James cautioned against rushing adoption. \u201cThere\u2019s a risk of a gap between current capabilities and what AI can realistically deliver in the short term.\u201d HR leaders must consider ethical considerations, data privacy and the human touch when deploying AI agents and systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits of AI are clear (improved forecasting, faster hiring decisions and optimised workflows) but the transition must be managed carefully. AI models trained on diverse datasets can support informed decisions, but only when paired with strong human oversight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-globalisation-upskilling-and-the-future-of-hr\">Globalisation, upskilling and the future of HR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead to H2, Charlotte expects continued demand for HR professionals with blended experience. \u201cIt\u2019s about versatility,\u201d she said. \u201cCan a business partner also support branding? Do they have restructuring experience? That kind of hybrid capability is becoming more attractive.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upskilling and reskilling will be essential as HR teams adapt to new technologies and evolving business needs. With many professionals stretched thin, addressing skill gaps and supporting employee engagement will be key to retention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>James also noted a rise in global hiring initiatives, particularly among US-led firms expanding into Europe and Asia. \u201cWe\u2019re seeing more dual-location and even triple-location searches,\u201d he said. \u201cFirms are thinking globally about their HR leadership teams and spreading talent across time zones.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This trend is influencing how recruiters and providers approach talent acquisition. As AI tools become more embedded in the hiring process, HR teams will need to stay ahead of emerging use cases and ensure their strategies reflect both technological innovation and the human resources expertise that underpins long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-want-to-explore-how-ai-restructuring-and-globalisation-are-shaping-your-hr-strategy\">Want to explore how AI, restructuring and globalisation are shaping your HR strategy?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Get in touch with one of our expert consultants using the form below. We\u2019ll help you optimise your hiring process, workforce planning and HR initiatives for the second half of 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-black-05-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow\" id=\"get-in-touch-1\">Get in touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<script charset=\"utf-8\" type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/js-eu1.hsforms.net\/forms\/embed\/v2.js\"><\/script>\r\n<script>\r\n  hbspt.forms.create({\r\n    region: \"eu1\",\r\n    portalId: \"26669168\",\r\n    formId: \"91651939-2b79-4991-a2e0-138e948898c2\"\r\n  });\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-author\" id=\"block_d326d6afe5d0290b2dd9b70db78d55c1\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Author<\/h3>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"cards cards--people\">\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card card--person post-4577 hd_person type-hd_person status-publish has-post-thumbnail hentry hd_person_experience_focus-executive-search hd_person_sector-professional-services hd_person_seniority-partner hd_person_specialism-human-capital hd_person_location-uk hd_person_location-us\" id=\"block_d326d6afe5d0290b2dd9b70db78d55c1-person-4577\">\n\n\t<div class=\"card--person__inner\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/de\/consultants\/james-baker\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/James-Baker-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"card__image test\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 781px) 50vw, (max-width: 1023px) 40vw, (max-width: 1200px) 25vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/James-Baker-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/James-Baker-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/James-Baker-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/James-Baker-1.jpg 1000w\" \/><\/a>\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__titles\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"card__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/de\/consultants\/james-baker\/\">James Baker<\/a><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__subtitle\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/de\/consultants\/james-baker\/\">Partner | Head of Professional Services and Human Capital<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__location\">UK, US<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__email\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"card__contact-link card__contact-link--email\" href=\"mailto:jamesbaker@frazerjones.com\">jamesbaker@frazerjones.com<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__tel\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"card__contact-link card__contact-link--tel\" href=\"tel:+442073322163\">+44 20 7332 2163<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__linkedin\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"card__contact-link card__contact-link--linkedin\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jamespatrickbaker\/\">Connect<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-jobs is-style-reduced is-template- alignwide\" id=\"block_d5dc872e9de87fdd286001b04af12d84\" style=\"\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Jobs<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cards cards--jobs\">\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card card--job post-174142 job_listing type-job_listing status-publish hentry\" id=\"block_d5dc872e9de87fdd286001b04af12d84-job-174142\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/de\/job\/hr-director-174142\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag card__tag--srgroup_job_industry\">Pharmaceuticals\/life sciences<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag card__tag--srgroup_job_contract\">Permanent<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"card__title\">HR Director<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Delighted to be working with a South Wales manufacturer that are looking for an HR Director on a permanent basis. 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In the video below, Leona McCarthy and I discuss the hiring landscape across our markets and what stood out most. 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When two of our leadership team, Erica Ravich from New York and Charlotte Matthew from Singapore, meet in London, it\u2019s a unique opportunity to reflect on the trends shaping global recruitment. 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