Preparing for a global talent market shaped by technology and AI

For decades, graduate careers were largely local. You studied, applied, and built your path within a relatively defined market. Today, that landscape has expanded.

Graduates are now entering a global, technology-enabled talent ecosystem. Opportunities are no longer limited by geography, and collaboration happens across borders every day. You may find yourself working alongside a software engineer in Bengaluru, a data analyst in Singapore, or leveraging AI tools that are reshaping how entry-level work gets done.

In this evolving environment, expectations are changing. Organisations are becoming more intentional about how they hire, looking for graduates who can contribute meaningfully while continuing to learn and grow. It’s not just about potential, but about how you apply your skills to create impact.

Drawing on more than 35 years of experience, Vish will explore how these shifts are reshaping careers in technology. He’ll unpack practical ways to build adaptable skills, challenge common assumptions about career paths, and share strategies for staying relevant through ongoing change.

The opportunity is there. The focus now is on how you position yourself to make the most of it.

Speaker

Mr. Vish Padmanabhan

• Former Senior Trade & Investment Commissioner to India & the Middle East, NSW Government
• Former Managing Partner, Digital & Technology, KPMG India
• Former Senior Partner, Digital & Technology, PwC Australia
• Former CIO, Telstra — 35+ years leading global tech transformation