Retention is recruitment’s sharpest tool.
In today’s competitive landscape, keeping great people is just as critical as finding them - and often more cost-effective. This session will explore practical, peer-led strategies that charities are using right now to boost engagement and retain top talent.

We’ll kick off with a brief scene-setting discussion and interactive poll to get a snapshot of current challenges facing our HR leaders. Then we’ll dive into a real-world case study on one of the most talked-about retention innovations in the sector: the Four-Day Week Pilot.

What you’ll hear:

• Why one organisation decided to pilot a four-day week
• How they structured the trial
• What worked, what didn’t
• Tangible outcomes on retention and engagement
• Key lessons and takeaways for others considering similar changes

This isn’t about trends—it’s about what’s actually working in real organisations. Join us for insights, honest reflections, and practical tools you can bring back to your team.

Due to capacity at the venue we can only permit one person from each charity to attend