Categories: Recruitment News

As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the key developments that shaped 2024’s job market. Throughout this article, we’ll be taking a closer look at what’s happening in the UK job market today, exploring the challenges faced by both employers and candidates and…

As of September 2024, LinkedIn has over 1 billion members, making it one of the most powerful tools for job seekers. To Optimise your LinkedIn profile means you're turning it into a page that persuades recruiters to reach out to you or consider responding to your outreach attempts. Throughout this…

We have a new government, a new Chancellor, and now, a new 2024 Autumn Budget outlining what the government’s main tools to deliver change will look like. So, what is the verdict? Keep reading to find out! New Tax Changes and National Insurance Updates for Employers The Chancellor announced a…

What are the career options for graduates? As technology advances and global demands shift, some jobs may become obsolete, while new opportunities emerge.  This guide aims to provide future graduates with insights into careers likely to be in high demand over the next decade and beyond. Factors Shaping the Future…

The Employment Rights Bill 2024 marks a significant shift in UK labour law, promising to enhance worker protections and reshape the employment landscape. Introduced by the new Labour government within its first 100 days in office, this legislation aims to address long-standing issues in the workplace and modernise employment practices.…

The recent general election has ushered in a new era with the Labour Party's victory, and it's set to bring some big changes to the UK's employment landscape.  Labour's manifesto is packed with promises to beef up workers' rights, protections, and benefits. So, what's on the table, and more importantly,…

How Party Pledges Could Shape Employment Law After the 2024 General Election As the United Kingdom approaches the general election on July 4, 2024, the stakes for changes in employment law are significant.  Each of the main political parties—Conservative, Labour, Liberal Democrat, Green, and Reform UK—has outlined distinct proposals that…

Searching for a new job can be tiring, we get it. However, you can make this experience a little easier on yourself by using certain proactive strategies.  In this article, we’ll explore some of the best tips for finding a new job, which are applicable to all job seekers —…

The UK job market is facing a challenging period, with job vacancies continuing to decline and unemployment on the rise. Understanding the current state of the job market throughout 2024 is key for both employers and job seekers, so let’s dive in! What's Going On in the UK Job Market…

Now that we are a couple of weeks into the new year and figures are in for the last quarter of 2023, it's interesting to see that job vacancy numbers across the UK dropped for the 18th consecutive month. Vacancy numbers fell on the quarter for a record 18th consecutive…

With the jobs market starting to slow down to pre-pandemic levels, companies becoming more selective when it comes to making hiring decisions, and more candidates on the market due to redundancies, it's time to make sure that your CV is working for you! Despite the rise of AI writing tools…

With the end of the year fast approaching and the festive season nearly upon us, this is usually the time we start to see a flurry of recruitment activity. Was that the case this October? In this comprehensive update, let’s delve into the key developments that shaped the recruitment industry…