ISITC TALKTIME: AI Risks in HR

ISITC TALKTIME: AI Risks in HR

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Cathy Wright

TalkTime Podcast: AI Risks in HR

Step into one of the most eye‑opening conversations in the ISITC Europe AI podcast series, where Gary Wright and AIRTA Systems CEO Bob Morel unpack a topic many firms haven’t yet realised is sitting right under their noses: the growing regulatory and operational risks of using AI in HR.

This episode shines a light on an area often overshadowed by front‑, middle‑, and back‑office AI discussions. Yet, as the podcast makes clear, HR is rapidly becoming one of the highest‑risk zones for AI deployment. As Bob explains, everyday HR tasks—“recruitment, promotions, dealing with complaints, giving out references”—are classified as high‑risk systems under the EU AI Act. That means strict compliance obligations, mandatory assessments, and even CE‑marking for tools used within or affecting the EU.

The conversation goes deeper, revealing how AI is already reshaping the job market in ways many employers haven’t fully grasped. From automated CV screening to AI‑generated applications, Gary and Bob explore how candidates and employers are increasingly using AI against each other—sometimes without realising it. As Bob notes, “AI is taking entry‑level jobs… any white‑collar job where you’re using a computer.” And with AI‑generated CVs, fake IDs, and even exam cheating, the risks to employers are multiplying.

Key themes explored include:

• Why HR AI systems face some of the toughest global regulations
• How AI‑driven hiring may already be distorting the job market
• The rising danger of bias, discrimination, and data leakage
• Why firms must audit every AI tool used in HR—formal or informal
• How upcoming 2026–2027 regulations will reshape HR compliance

Gary closes with a clear warning: these rules will reach every regulator, even if the wording differs. Firms that prepare now—through risk assessments, audits, and governance—will avoid costly mistakes later.

If your organisation uses AI anywhere in HR, this is essential listening.

Viewing time: 20 mins

Bob Morel is the CEO of AIRTA Systems  (formerly Genbounty), an AI Risk Management platform designed to facilitate market access for AI-driven applications within the European Union. Specializing in the EU AI Act and Enterprise Architecture, Bob helps AI teams classified as manufacturers under new regulations to navigate complex compliance landscapes. Through AIRTA SYstems, he delivers end-to-end product risk management, offering services that range from litigation defense and consumer safety to accreditation for CE Marking.

With a robust background in technical leadership, Bob previously served as the Head of Application Security at Centrica and the Application Security Lead at CoinFLEX, where he oversaw secure development lifecycles and ISO 27001 compliance. He is an active contributor to the cybersecurity community as an author for Infosec, creating learning paths on topics such as HTML5 security and the use of ChatGPT for offensive security. His expertise is supported by a B.Sc. in Computer Science, an ongoing MBA in Cybersecurity, and industry certifications including the (ISC)² CISSP, Security+, and SecAI+.