Mastering AI in the Workplace.

DLA Piper
160 Aldersgate Street
London
EC1A 4HT 

Join us for an exciting half-day event where in-house employment lawyers and HR leaders will converge for expert-led workshops and engaging discussions on the transformative role of AI in the workplace. This interactive session is designed to empower you with the insights and tools needed to engage with internal stakeholders on the use of AI and its impact on the workforce and understand the legal, ethical and practical challenges of AI on the workforce.

Highlights of the event include:

• tackling bias and discrimination risks in AI systems;
• complying with data privacy for AI used in the employment context;
• navigating workforce transformation linked to AI expansion;
• understanding the need for effective AI policies and governance framework; and
• addressing AI literacy and recruitment strategies.

Spaces are limited. Secure your spot by clicking the button below to register for the event.

Early Bird Price: GBP599 (increases to GBP799 from 9 October)

12:00   Arrival and Lunch

12:30 – 13:10   Opening Remarks & Setting the Scene

Welcome and Introduction to AI in the Workplace

Kick off the day with a strategic overview of how AI is reshaping the employment landscape. This session will outline the key opportunities and challenges for HR and legal professionals, and set the tone for the discussions ahead.

13:10 – 14:00   Understanding Bias in AI: Employment Risks

Explore how AI systems can unintentionally perpetuate bias and discrimination in employment decisions. This session will cover:

• Why bias in AI matters for employers
• Legal risks including direct and indirect discrimination
• The duty to make reasonable adjustments
• Practical steps to identify and mitigate bias in AI tools
  
  

14:00 – 14:45   Data Privacy and use of AI in the employment context

Managing Automated Decisions and Recruitment Risks

Delve into the data protection implications of using AI in HR processes with recruitment as a worked example. Topics include:

• The legal framework around automated decision-making
• Uderstanding the risks for AI-driven recruitment and talent management
• How to mitigate these risks, including meaningful human intervention

 

14:45 – 15:00   Refreshment Break

 

15:00 – 15:45   Workforce Transformation in the Age of AI

Considerations for Workforce Change and Consultation

As AI changes job roles and requirements and reduces headcount, this session will guide you through:

• Anticipating the potential employee impact of AI developments at the right time – privacy and employment considerations
• Overview of consultation obligation – who, what and when
• Engaging with unions and employee representatives during transformation

 

15:45 – 16:30   Building AI Literacy and Future-Ready HR Strategies

Policy, Upskilling, and Responsible AI Deployment

This session we will discuss how to prepare your workforce and HR function for AI integration:

• Developing internal policies and governance for AI use
• Upskilling employees and promoting AI literacy
• Recruitment and performance management in an AI-enhanced environment
• Conducting impact assessments and why they are important

 

16:30 – 17:00   Closing Panel and Q&A

Reflections, Key Takeaways, and Open Discussion

An interactive session to address audience questions, share insights, and consolidate learnings from the day.

 

17:00    Networking Drinks