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United Kingdom: Disability discrimination in recruitment and the impact of AI

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The recruitment process stands as a critical juncture in shaping the workforce of any organisation. As organisations scale, the influx of job applications creates a complex balancing act. They must attract and retain top talent, maintain or increase diversity, optimise recruitment workflows, and maintain cost effectiveness. To address these challenges, a growing number of employers are turning to artificial intelligence. In an article for Compliance & Risk, Morven Ross explores the risks to organisations of disability discrimination in the recruitment process and the correct management of AI in this context.

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Julia Wilson is a partner in Baker McKenzie's Employment & Compensation team in London and co-chair of the Firm's Workforce Redesign client solution. Julia also leads the employment data privacy practice in London. Julia advises multinational organisations on a wide range of employment and data protection matters. She is highly regarded by clients, who describe her as a ā€œstandoutā€ performer who "knows how we think." A member of the Firm's Pro Bono Committee, she plays a lead role in the Firm's pro bono relationship with Save the Children International. She also collaborates with Law Works to deliver employment law training to solicitors who provide pro bono advice to individuals. Julia regularly presents and moderates panels on podcasts, webinars and in-person events, is often quoted in mainstream media, and authors articles and precedents for a range of industry and other publications.

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Annabel Mackay has extensive experience of advising employers and employees on a range of complex employment issues.
She has been ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners since 2015.
Chambers & Partners 2024 report that Annabel "draws praise for her work on behalf of financial sector clients and large corporates." An employer client notes that "she navigates her way through complex legislation and case law to give us new perspectives and initiatives."

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Morven Ross is an Associate in Baker McKenzie, London office.

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