Resourcing Leaders Exchange - March 2026 Results
Based on 278 curated 1:1 meetings across 21 sponsors and 38 senior TA leaders at RLX UK, March 2026.
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Meetings generated active pipeline
56% of curated 1:1 meetings were rated as active pipeline by sponsors.
79%
Generated pipeline or future opportunity
Only 21% of meetings were rated as not a fit.
4.3 / 5
Delegate seniority rating
Sponsors rated the seniority and relevance of delegates highly.
82%
Sponsors want to rebook
Based on post-event survey responses from the March 2026 event.
Depth, Not Volume.
Connection, Not Noise.
The modern TA leader operates at a strategic, C-suite level, yet existing industry events often fail to provide the necessary focus or quality of engagement to match this seniority.
We created the RLX to solve this disconnect. By eliminating random encounters and providing predictable, high-intent engagement, we allow you to move directly from introduction to partnership conversation.
This is not a traditional conference. There are no exhibition halls, no badge scanning, and no "hope for the best" networking.
Instead, we curate a specific environment where trust can be built. Every element, from the venue to the dining, is designed to elevate the conversation and foster genuine peer-to-peer relationships.
Not a Traditional
Conference
The Resourcing Leaders Exchange (RLX) is designed as an invite-only, hosted-buyer leadership experience. Its purpose is to bring senior talent acquisition leaders and carefully selected solution providers together in a high-value, curated environment.
The event blends business-critical engagement with premium experiential elements, building on the trust, credibility, and relationships our brands have already established.
"Attendees are pre-qualified based on budget, active buying cycles, solution interest areas, and organisational context, ensuring every interaction has tangible commercial value."
The Grove,
Hertfordshire
Set in 300 acres of rolling countryside, The Grove is the ultimate five-star retreat. Just 18 miles from central London, it offers a sanctuary where clarity of thought and meaningful connection come naturally.
We have selected this venue specifically to remove you from the day-to-day noise, providing a luxury environment that honors the seniority of our guests and the importance of the conversations taking place.
"A physical setting critical to reinforcing the premium nature of RLX."
40 Senior Talent
Acquisition Leaders
We strictly limit attendance to 40 senior leaders. This isn't about volume; it's about the right people in the room. Every leader is pre-qualified through a rigorous application process.
Note: The delegate insights and profiles shown below are based on the highly successful March 2026 event, demonstrating the caliber of leaders we attract. We are currently curating the cohort for October.
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RLX UK Enterprise Audience Overview
RLX UK convenes a senior, enterprise-only Talent Acquisition leadership audience drawn from some of the world's largest and most complex organisations. Every attending company employs over 1,000 people, with a heavy concentration of global enterprises operating at scale.
Enterprise Coverage
(1,000+ employees)
Budget Influence
& Control
Near-Term Opportunity
(< 6 month window)
Organisation Size Breakdown
Budget Influence & Control
Final Budget Holders & Approvers
Owns budget or signs off spend
Key Influencers
Materially shapes decisions
Buying Readiness
Actively Evaluating Vendors
Final Budget Holders with declared budget ranges, often £100k+ and frequently >£1m. Under pressure to act on AI, assessment, ATS, and automation challenges now.
Planning & Budgeting
Direct Approvers shaping shortlists, business cases, and investment priorities.
Benchmarking
Key Influencers gathering peer insight and market intelligence to guide future decisions.
Technology Landscape
ATS Usage
Assessment Providers
Top Enterprise Solution Needs
ATS Optimisation / Replacement
95%Enterprise ATS ecosystems require optimisation, consolidation, or replacement to deliver speed and insight.
Assessment, Screening & AI-Enabled Selection
90%Leaders need scalable screening and selection confidence beyond the CV, increasingly supported by AI.
AI & Hiring Automation
85%TA teams must scale hiring output without scaling recruiter headcount.
Sourcing Strategy & Optimisation
80%Leaders are rethinking sourcing effectiveness and channel ROI as competition increases.
TA Transformation & Operating Model Redesign
75%Many leaders are driving end-to-end enterprise TA change across process, governance and technology.
Talent Intelligence & Workforce Planning
70%Leaders want proactive workforce strategy and market insight, not reactive hiring.
CRM & Candidate Engagement
65%Enterprise hiring requires continuous engagement, not vacancy-by-vacancy recruiting.
Interview Process & Scheduling Efficiency
60%Interview bottlenecks slow hiring and damage candidate experience at scale.
Data, Reporting & Hiring Analytics
60%Leaders need stronger visibility, measurement and governance across TA.
Employer Brand & Talent Attraction
55%Attraction is harder in competitive talent markets, especially for scarce skills.
Industries Represented
The RLX Advisory Board
The RLX Advisory Board brings together long-standing RL100 and Resourcing Leaders Community members – senior TA Heads and Directors chosen for their expertise. Their input helps shape the RLX around the themes TA leaders care about most.
Alan Mackinnon
Senior Director of TA
Smith & Nephew
Chris Tennant
VP Global Recruiting – TA
Infor
Sarah Cooper
Group Talent Director
Rentokil Initial
Cath Possamai
TA Director – International Stores
Amazon
Tracy Quinn
Global Head TA Programs & Sourcing
Bechtel
Mark Brooker
Talent Acquisition Director
BT
Precision Intelligence
We don't just promise "senior leaders." We provide deep, actionable intelligence on every delegate before you even meet.
Every meeting is backed by a comprehensive profile outlining organisational challenges, budget cycles, solution priorities, and purchasing intent—ensuring you walk into the room ready to close, not just pitch.
Sample Delegate Profile
Confidential Snapshot
Strategic Priorities
Leading a major EVP refresh and hiring manager enablement program. Exploring AI use cases for TA to drive efficiency and improve candidate experience across the member firm network.
Tech Stack Evaluation
Current Pain Points
- Need to consolidate vendor capability across global network
- Integrating new tools with 40+ existing ATS platforms (SAP SF main)
- Driving adoption of AI tools among recruiters and hiring managers
Event Format & Experience
RLX is designed to feel five-star from start to finish. The format mixes structured and informal touchpoints that maximise value for both delegates and partners.
30-minute hosted buyer meetings between sponsors and pre-qualified leaders. Each meeting is backed by a comprehensive profile outlining organisational challenges, budget cycle, solution priorities, and purchasing intent.
Facilitated, small-group sessions (4-5 leaders) focused on key challenges or solution deep dives. These 60-minute sessions allow for solution discovery and positioning your brand as a strategic thought partner.
Hour-long premium activities (e.g., wine tasting, culinary classes, mixology) designed to deepen relationships in an informal setting. These relationship-led activities elevate sponsor perception in a relaxed environment.
Curated Experiences
We believe that the strongest business relationships are formed when people can connect as individuals, not just job titles.
RLX integrates premium experiential sessions—from culinary classes to wellness activities—designed to deepen rapport in a relaxed, informal setting. These moments build the authentic trust necessary for closing large enterprise deals.
Culinary Classes
Collaborative cooking sessions that break down barriers and foster teamwork in a fun, low-pressure environment.
Wine Tasting
Guided tastings by expert sommeliers, offering a sophisticated backdrop for relaxed, high-level conversation.
Wellness Sessions
Morning yoga or mindfulness sessions to refresh the mind and prepare for a day of strategic thinking.
What Our Partners Say
"Incredible use of my time... a perfect blend of learning, networking, promoting and relationship development. The outcomes were outstanding."
JobSync
"The quality of the people in the room is outstanding. Extremely well run event by passionate and genuine people."
Amberjack
"The event enabled us to further hone our positioning and establish what senior leaders are genuinely spending their time thinking about."
Stepstone Group
"An incredible opportunity to network and meet with a large group of very senior TA leaders."
Happydance
Commercial Impact
A highly scalable, high-margin revenue model built on predictable, qualified buyer engagement.
Early Sponsor Benefit: Target Your Top 100
Sponsors that sign up early will have the exclusive opportunity to provide us with their Top 100 Target Company List. Our delegate acquisition team will actively target and invite senior leaders from these specific organizations to attend the October event.
Essential Engagement
- Pre-qualified 1:1 meetings based on mutual interest
- Full delegate intelligence profiles provided in advance
- Access to all networking and social functions
Maximum Impact
- Maximum market penetration and pipeline acceleration
- Priority scheduling for high-value targets
- Enhanced branding visibility throughout the event