Delegates are set to flock to a conference devoted to the ever evolving world of human resources.

The University of Kent's 2018 HR Conference - now in its fourth annual event - will feature a host of guest speakers when it takes place at its Canterbury campus on Wednesday, November 14.

Through a series of practical sessions delivered by local businesses, the university's academics and guest speakers, those attending will get new perspectives on the remit of today's HR professional.

Speakers include Dr Heejung Chung, reader in sociology and social policy at the university, Jonny Gifford, senior advisor of organisational behaviour at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and Dr Todd Mei, senior lecturer and head of philosophy at the university.

Keynote speaker will be Perry Timms of People and Transformational HR - a TEXx speaker, consultant and writer on the future of work, HR and learning.

The conference takes place at the Darwin Conference Suite between 10am to 4pm and costs £99 per person.