The big predictions for the recruitment industry include the implication of AI, with 1 in 3 people believing it will have a significant impact on job losses within their sector, the changes that are expected with the return to the office, half of the people interviewed believing that the return to working in an office … Continued
The only students where there will be any concessions will be on postgraduate research courses or government-funded scholarships. This is an attempt by the government to tackle rising immigration. In the year ending September 2023, there were over 152,000 visas for dependents issued to students and that is a rise of 930% since 2019, when … Continued
Indeed posted a report in early December, highlighting their vacancy rates which still remain higher than February 2020. The largest declines in job vacancies are still coming from those sectors led by discretionary spending, including production, retail and distribution. Construction has been hit by the slowdown in the housing market, the year-on-year Indeed Job index … Continued
Nearly ¼ of all UK workers will be seeking a new job in 2024, these figures were reported in an article in Finextra at the end of 2023 and the numbers were taken from a survey of 5000 UK workers, 40% of those believed that January was the best time of the year to start … Continued
As we close for the holidays we would like to wish all our clients and candidates a peaceful festive break
In the March 2023 budget, the government announced they would be offering free places to working parents and this plan would roll out in 2024. As we approach the end of 2023, parents are already visiting nursery schools and places in some areas are limited. But this is going to make a significant difference to … Continued
Firstly do you know what generation classification you fall into? Generations have been defined as when you were born and how that affects your attitudes, behaviours, values and perceptions. There are now 6 well-known generations, with an additional one from the turn of the century, but this was an American definition and has a lot … Continued
After months of negative news about the manufacturing sector, it was good to read their Q4 report to r and see some of the indicator arrows finally face upwards! Even though domestic orders have remained flat, there has been a net 10% increase in exports, and this is the first time exports have beaten domestic orders since … Continued
Quality management is an essential part of any manufacturing process. It ensures that products and services meet the needs and expectations of customers, and that they are consistently produced to a high standard. Quality management jobs in manufacturing are in high demand in the UK, and are expected to remain so in 2023 and beyond. … Continued
Neurodiverse individuals, individuals with conditions such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD, can bring a wide range of skills and perspectives to the workplace. By embracing neurodiversity, businesses can reap several benefits, including: Increased innovation and creativity Improved problem-solving abilities Enhanced customer service A more inclusive and welcoming workplace Enhanced Creativity – Neurodiverse individuals often think … Continued