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Ciprian Arhire

Director & Principal Consultant HR Strategy, Transformation & Technology at Leading HR into the Future

London, United Kingdom

Ciprian Arhire is an experienced HR executive known for leading complex, global HR transformations across digital strategy, workforce analytics, and employee experience. Until recently he has worked as Global Head of People Programmes and Analytics at Entain Group, a FTSE100 company with over 30,000 employees in 40+ countries where he spent 3.5 years.

At Entain, Ciprian has led enterprise-wide transformations across HR operating model, service delivery, process reengineering, and digital HR, delivering global technology rollouts including Oracle HCM, ServiceNow, Betterworks, and Microsoft platforms. These programmes improved user experience, enabled AI-powered workflows, and elevated data-driven decision-making across the HR function.

Named one of HR Magazine’s Most Influential Practitioners in 2022, Ciprian combines commercial rigour with systems thinking. His expertise spans:
• HR Technology & Digital Delivery – Implementing global HR systems to simplify operations and improve scale.
• People Analytics – Using workforce insights to support decisions, engagement, and performance.
• Employee Experience – Designing services with digital-first, people-led thinking.
• Change & Transformation – Driving adoption and alignment across functions and geographies.
• Inclusion & Belonging – Embedding inclusive practices in design, data, and strategy.

Outside his corporate role, Ciprian supports the wider HR community. He founded the CIPD Fellows & Senior Professionals Network in London and sits on the Hacking HR Experts Council. He is also a Board Trustee and Non-Executive Director at POhWER, a national charity supporting people with disabilities, vulnerabilities, and social exclusion through advocacy and advice.

Ciprian has delivered presentations at global leading events such as UNLEASH World (2023–24), the CIPD Annual Conference, Future of Work Europe, and the HR Technology Conference, among numerous others. He holds a Master’s degree in HR Development & Consulting from the University of London and is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the Quantic School of Business and Technology.

Available For: Advising, Authoring, Consulting, Influencing, Speaking
Travels From: London, UK
Speaking Topics: HR transformation, Future of Work, HR and AI enablement

Ciprian Arhire Points
Academic 30
Author 14
Influencer 210
Speaker 25
Entrepreneur 0
Total 279

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Thought Leader Profile

Portfolio Mix

Company Information

Company Type: Individual
Minimum Project Size: $10,000+
Average Hourly Rate: $200-$300
Number of Employees: 1-10
Company Founded Date: Undisclosed

Areas of Expertise

Agentic AI
Agile
AI
Analytics 30.44
Business Continuity
Business Strategy 30.33
Careers
Change Management
Coaching
Culture 30.07
Design Thinking
Digital Disruption
Digital Transformation 30.18
Digital Twins
Diversity and Inclusion 30.33
Future of Work 30.80
Generative AI
HR 33
Innovation
Leadership 30.04
Mental Health
Mergers and Acquisitions
Mobility
Predictive Analytics 30.13
Product Management
Project Management
Transformation 34.01

Industry Experience

Chemicals
Consumer Products
Cross Industry
Furniture
High Tech & Electronics
Media
Other
Professional Services
Retail
Travel & Transportation

Publications & Experience

1 Academic Certification
MSc Human Resources Development & Consultancy
University of London
July 31, 2018

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Tags: Business Strategy, Future of Work, HR

13 Article/Blogs
HR needs to think like a Product team
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July 28, 2025
Most HR teams I’ve seen are still built like internal service desks: reactive, process-driven, and often detached from how people experience work. But here’s the truth: HR isn’t just about delivering services. It’s about creating products and designing experiences… products that sh

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

The AI Trap in HR: Are We Chasing Productivity or Avoiding Responsibility?
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July 26, 2025
AI is the buzzword of the year. But here’s the hard truth: Most HR functions aren’t ready for it, not because they lack tools, but because they lack clarity. Last week, I had the honour of speaking about Digital Transformation, AI Work Integration, and the Future of Work to a group of current an

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

The Future of Jobs 2025: Key Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
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February 18, 2025
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AI ????, automation, and the green transition ???? are reshaping the job market. Are YOU ready for the future?

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

100 Must-Attend HR Events and Conferences in 2025: A Curated List for People Professionals
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February 15, 2025
Staying ahead in HR requires more than just keeping up with trends—it means engaging with industry leaders, expanding your network, and exploring new ideas. That’s why I’ve put together a curated list of 100+ HR events happening in 2025 that you won’t want to miss. From global conferences to

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

Why Emotional Intelligence Is Critical for HR Professionals
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February 26, 2023
This article explains why emotional intelligence (EI) is critical for Human Resource (HR) professionals. HR professionals are responsible for managing employee relations, training and development, recruitment and selection, and other related tasks. EI is essential for HR professionals because it imp

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

Does HR have a diversity problem?
People Management Magazine
July 07, 2022
People Management analysis of official data shows HR isn’t the most diverse field – but shouldn’t it be? We explore how the people profession can better practise what it preaches

by Katie Jacobs

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Tags: Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, HR

Future of Work Reinvented – where does HR stand?
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November 25, 2021
I’ve always been passionate about the future of work and the potential it holds for improving ways of working, economies and societies. I can’t help it…. I dream of exciting futures where work is purposeful, leveraging the full human potential, is augmented by technology and AI. A

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

Future of Work Reinvented – where does HR stand? – online event
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November 14, 2021
COVID-19 has shattered assumptions about how work gets done. Organisations have reacted quickly to adapt and survive but now, almost 20 months after Covid19 was declared a pandemic, is the time to intentionally reinvent the future of work, define what we’re keeping from the lessons learned in

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

What does excellence in HR, Learning and Organisational Development looks like?
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December 08, 2020
If you’ve ever asked yourself this question you’re not the only one and probably like me and a few hundred thousands of people professionals across this planet have done as well, ended up in a reflective cycle looking at the knowledge, skills, principles, capability and behaviors that ar

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

On a journey of improving Employee Experience
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November 10, 2020
Employee experience(eX) is about creating a great work environment for people. It involves understanding the role that trust plays in the employment relationship and making sure people are listened to and have a voice in issues that impact them. It covers how employees perceive all aspects of their

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

How I can fight racism at work #BlackLivesMatter #BeAntiRacist
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June 11, 2020
The past few days have been a real rollercoaster of emotions from anger to disappointment, to sadness and grief, from honesty and care to hope and vision. We need to abolish racism, we need to completely remove it from our lives, our minds, our organisations and society, there is no doubt about that

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

HR and L&D Events in London – April to June
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April 02, 2018
April is here and while this year its first day marked Easter weekend we also enjoyed an extended bank holiday. It’s a great way to start the second quarter of 2018, however, learning is continuous so I’ve put together a list of HR and L&D events that are happening across London and

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

The future of work needs renewed thinking and radical approaches
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June 08, 2017
At CIPD London’s Future of Work conference in May, HR professionals gathered to explore the changing landscape of work and new ways to capture the latent opportunities HR faces numerous ethical challenges and choices as technology progresses and ways of working evolve. The CIPD’s Future of Work

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

1 Author Newsletter
The AI Trap in HR: Are We Chasing Productivity or Avoiding Responsibility?
Linkedin
July 14, 2025
AI is the buzzword of the year. But here’s the hard truth: Most HR functions aren’t ready for it, not because they lack tools, but because they lack clarity

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Tags: HR

1 Faculty Member
Faculty Member & Lecturer - People Analytics, HR Transformation, and the FoW
People and Culture Strategy Institute
December 01, 2024
I design and deliver flagship learning modules for CHROs and senior HR leaders across global Certificate Programmes on: People Analytics, EDI strategies and Evidence-Based HR; Future of work, Digital HR Transformation and AI Integration; HR Finance and Business Acumen; Operating Model and Experience-Led Strategy. Equipping CHROs and HR leaders with the skills to lead analytics-driven, tech-enabled, and future-ready people strategies.
 Deliver executive-level learning for CHROs and senior HR leaders across global certificate programmes.
 Lead core modules on People Analytics, EDI and Evidence-Based HR, Digital HR and AI, HR Finance, and Operating Models.
 Enable HR leaders to drive insight-led decisions, embed technology in people functions, and align HR strategies to business outcomes.
 Support capability building for experience-led HR and future workforce design.

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

2 Keynotes
Bridging the Gap: Effective HR Tech Integration with Core Business Systems
Mark Allen Group
July 01, 2025
Bringing together the experts in HR!


The HR Minds Summit will bring together HR professionals, industry experts, and thought leaders for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and innovation showcases.

Being held at the prestigious Vox Conference Centre, the conference aims to explore emerging trends, best practices, and disruptive technologies shaping the future of HR.

With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, the conference will demonstrate the UK's commitment to advancing the field of HR and fostering workplace excellence in the digital age.

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Tags: Digital Transformation, HR, Transformation

Oracle CloudWorld Tour London | advancing people analytics
Oracle
March 20, 2025

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Tags: Analytics, HR, Predictive Analytics

2 Media Interviews
From coding to Hacking HR: Ciprian Arhire, Entain
HR Magazine
December 05, 2024
Ciprian Arhire, global head of people programmes and analytics for the sports betting and gaming business Entain Group, talks to Charissa King.

Before Ciprian Arhire’s career had even begun, it looked like the game was over. While studying for what he thought was his dream career in computer programming, illness forced a change of course.

Arhire explains: “The illness prevented me from looking at screens or flashing lights, so I had to drop out of my computing course. But the recovery process led to me falling very much in love with HR.

“I realised that, through HR, I could be much more impactful than being stuck in a room coding. I switched careers, and started looking at the wonderful world of HR, and what it can do for organisations.”

Arhire started out in the learning and development sector in his birth country, Romania. But it was working within the HR department of a major international organisation that truly ignited his passion for strategic HR. That company was doing a different kind of HR than the “documents-and-payroll-only HR” that he’d previously experienced.

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Tags: Digital Transformation, Future of Work, HR

The Workplace in Review: LGBTQIA+
Chartered Management Institute
February 08, 2023
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the only chartered professional body in the country, dedicated to setting and maintaining the highest standards of excellence in the field of management and leadership.

We have conducted research into the challenges that still exist to create fair, inclusive workforces. This episode seeks to understand how the ever-present barriers to LGBTQIA+ inclusion can be overcome through targeted action. Watch to gain practical insights on key themes related to LGBTQIA+ in the workplace from the lived experience of participants.

With thanks to:
Lenna Cumberbatch MCMI, Director for Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Change
Adrian Ball, Academic Mentor Manager, University of Exeter
Rachael Evans FCMI, Interim CEO, Bizedge
Ciprian Arhire, Head of People Experience and HR Transformation, Entain

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Tags: Diversity and Inclusion, HR, Leadership

2 Panels
Beyond digital transformation: The employee experience revolution
ServiceNow
March 04, 2025
Join Devoteam & ServiceNow for an Exclusive Roundtable Discussion
We’re excited to invite you to an exclusive roundtable event in London, hosted by Devoteam and ServiceNow. This is your opportunity to explore how HR Service Delivery (HRSD) can transform employee experiences and drive platform adoption within your organisation.

Join us to discuss:

How HRSD elevates employee experience and satisfaction
Streamlining HR operations for ITSM customers
Overcoming common pain points like manual processes and siloed systems
Real-life insights on HRSD platform adoption
Whether you’re an existing ServiceNow customer or exploring HRSD for the first time, this roundtable will provide actionable insights to ignite change.

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Tags: Digital Transformation, Future of Work, HR

HR Minds Summit
HR Minds Summit
February 05, 2025

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Tags: Future of Work, HR, Transformation

1 Video
Designing your holistic people experience strategy
The HR Congress - The HR World Media
January 17, 2024
Exploring the various components and considerations involved in creating a comprehensive strategy for optimizing the people experience in your organization. The session will cover key topics such as understanding the various touchpoints that employees have with the organization, including recruitment, onboarding, development, retention, and exit, and the importance of ensuring a consistent and positive experience at each of these touchpoints.

Ciprian Arhire, Global Head of People Experience and HR Transformation - Entain

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Tags: Culture, Future of Work, HR

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1 Keynote
Reimagining HR: From Admin to Architect of the Future Workforce

Location: London, UK    Fees: 10000

Service Type: Service Offered

Ciprian Arhire, a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD and global HR transformation leader, delivers an engaging and practical keynote on how HR leaders must reposition themselves as architects of business value. Drawing on his work across 42 countries with brands like Entain and Oracle, Ciprian explores:

How to future-proof HR through digital strategy

Real-world use of AI, data, and automation in people functions

The leadership behaviours needed to drive cultural and operational transformation

A framework for HR that influences from the boardroom to the front line

This keynote is designed for executive audiences, HR professionals, and decision-makers leading change in complex environments.

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Events

1 Physical Event
HR Minds Summit

Location: Birmingham, UK    Date : March 10, 2026 - March 11, 2026     Organizer: Mark Allen Group

Bringing together the experts in HR!


The HR Minds Summit will bring together HR professionals, industry experts, and thought leaders for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and innovation showcases.

Being held at the prestigious Vox Conference Centre, the conference aims to explore emerging trends, best practices, and disruptive technologies shaping the future of HR.

With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, the conference will demonstrate the UK's commitment to advancing the field of HR and fostering workplace excellence in the digital age.

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