The Growth Bites Podcast S3 Ep5

Michael Halpin


Accessible by Design: What the EAA Means for Recruitment in 2025

 

 
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About this episode

In this episode of Growth Bites, Jo Perrotta speaks with Michael Halpin, Global Head of Marketing at Recite Me, about digital accessibility in recruitment and creating more inclusive candidate experiences.

Michael discusses the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and its implications for UK-based recruitment businesses, reflecting the context at the time of recording ahead of June 2025. He explores how accessibility can support wider candidate reach, search visibility and brand trust, alongside practical steps such as auditing your website, improving user journeys and making content more accessible.

The conversation also covers common pitfalls, the importance of accessible applicant tracking systems (ATS) and how teams can prioritise improvements without overloading internal resources.

 

 

 

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Michael Halpin

Global Head of Marketing

Michael Halpin is a commercially focused marketing leader with over 15 years of experience shaping and executing global go-to-market strategies across multiple sectors. As Global Head of Marketing at Recite Me, he leads the company’s brand, demand generation, and customer acquisition efforts, driving international growth and market penetration.

He specialises in building scalable marketing operations, developing data-driven GTM frameworks, and aligning brand positioning with commercial goals.

Michael is passionate about digital inclusion, accessibility, and using marketing to create meaningful social impact. Known for his collaborative leadership and growth mindset, he is committed to continuous innovation and delivering measurable results at scale.

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