Every year on the first Monday of May, Britain takes a collective breath. Roads quieten, offices empty, and for the day, the relentless pace of working life gives way to...
A Note from the Editor We’re launching a new series in May sharing real insights from and for UK recruitment leaders – and we’d love your input. The theme is:...
As we navigate 2026, it is a known fact that traditional office boundaries have largely dissolved, replaced by an ecosystem of remote work and borderless hiring. For modern recruiters, it’s...
This week Louise was joined by her guest speaker, Jenny Underhay, Head of Sales of QUBA. When recruiters look at funding, the focus usually lands on the percentage, but that’s...
A Note from the Editor Neil Carberry OBE has announced he will step down as Chief Executive of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) this September, marking the end of...
MARKET SNAPSHOT: 5 Key Numbers 49.2 Permanent placements index (still declining, but at the slowest rate in 3 years) 48.4 Temporary billings index (decline easing month-on-month) 46 Vacancy index (falling,...
recLAW is marking five years of supporting the recruitment industry, having worked with agencies across the UK to resolve disputes and recover unpaid fees. During that time, the firm has...
A Note from the Editor This week’s articles highlight a recruitment industry sharpening its tools for a more demanding, efficiency‑driven market. From stabilising but cautious hiring conditions to the growing...
Total job vacancies up 7.6% in Q1 2026, compared to Q1 prior year. But March vacancies almost flat YoY as global uncertainty impacts hiring confidence. 7th April – Business hiring confidence showed a strong increase in...
