Ukrainian women want higher-end job roles in Poland
Most of the Ukrainian refugees that have found employment in Poland are women. But regardless of their qualifications, they are being ushered into the social care field.
May data shows vacancy growth is slowing slightly, yet British skills gap is still hindering economic recovery
Vacancy growth is at its lowest since early 2021, but employers still cannot find qualified staff – especially as wage growth continues, albeit more slowly.
How AI is being used by businesses to eliminate bias in hiring processes
AI chatbot tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT can aid the hiring process for companies by using the software's abilities to communicate and organise everything.
UK job postings soar to record high after Easter holiday
According to REC and Lightcast, there were nearly 190,000 new job posts during the Easter holiday. However, industry and job type disparities emerge.
Rising energy costs have caused 40% of British firms to stop hiring
To mitigate the impact of the rising energy costs, some UK firms have halted their recruitment of new staff, and others are downsizing their workforce.
Reducing time to hire remains a key trend in HR tech search
Recent data demonstrate that organisations are still trying to reduce the time-to-hire rate and fill key roles in a short period of time amidst a tight talent market and despite a slowing economy.
Tech sector faces recruiting struggles amidst skills shortage crisis after global layoffs
The tech sector was forced to reorganise twice, at first due to higher demand and then because of inflation, leaving over 55,000 unfilled positions.
Strong UK pay growth boosts chance of Bank of England rate rise
British wages rose faster than anticipated last month, in a move that economists judge may tip the Bank of England towards a further rise in interest rates next month, despite an unexpected increase in joblessness too.
UK recruiters slow pace of pay growth in March, REC survey shows
Britain's labour market showed signs of a slowing in the sharp pace of pay growth in March and a shortage of candidates eased for the first time in two years, according to a survey of recruiters published on Wednesday.
Job adverts are high - though the UK economy faces labour and skills shortages
The total number of job adverts remains high as the UK government tries to entice individuals back to work with spring budget measures.
UK Workers remain divided over Hunt's Spring Budget announcements, new survey shows
A recent survey reveals that the UK workforce is divided over Jeremy Hunt's Budget announcements, with the CEO of CV-Library stating that "personal finances remain the key driver for the overwhelming majority".
Job seeker confidence 'higher than during the Financial Crash', new research shows
Jobseekers remain optimistic about their job security and career progression prospects, according to the Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index.
UK unveils cost-of-living budget as mass strikes hit nation
Britain on Wednesday unveils a new cost-of-living budget, including more help on soaring energy bills, but the government is set to stand firm on rising public sector pay demands as the country endures a fresh wave of strikes.
UK employers feel the strain of missing skilled workers
Frustrated with England's education system, Simon Biltcliffe spends a lot of time training new hires at his marketing firm in the "soft skills" he and many employers say the country's sluggish economy badly needs.
UK pay growth slows as Bank of England mulls rates pause
Growth in pay in Britain - which the Bank of England is watching closely as it weighs up whether to pause its run of interest rate hikes next week - lost pace in the three months to January, official data showed on Tuesday.
CEO of failed Silicon Valley Bank no longer a director at SF Fed
The chief executive officer of failed Silicon Valley Bank, Greg Becker, is no longer on the board of directors at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.
British labour market, and pay growth, slow in February - REC
Britain's labour market showed further signs of cooling as permanent job placements fell for the fifth month in a row in February and pay growth slowed, reflecting employers' concerns about the economy, a survey published on Wednesday showed.
Big oil to take centerstage at Houston meet as markets, alliances shift
Top energy executives and officials from around the world will descend on Houston next week just as the political fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine a year ago continues to distort global oil supply lines
Work Foundation Director suggests UK economy reforms to make UK employment more inclusive
Ben Harrison suggests long-term investments and reforms for the UK's employment services, as the nation's economic challenges continue to haunt employers and employees alike.
Germany bids to clear the rocky path for foreign talent
Costa Rican Alex Madrigal, a trained economist, had his visa approved in May last year in just six hours, although that was just the beginning of the hurdles he faced in settling in Germany, despite the country's chronic skills shortage.
UK wages at 32-year high even as labour market fears possible recession
Despite an economic slowdown widely expected to morph into a recession later this year, the labour market remains tight, with upward pressure on wages.
Five ways businesses can help employees fall back in love with their jobs
According to recent research, a sizeable proportion of the UK's workforce is falling out of love with their jobs, around 38% of workers wouldn't wish their current role on their worst enemy.
'Quiet Hiring' is taking over the workplace in the UK
New trending workplace phenomenon, 'Quiet Hiring', describes the practice of companies filling vacancies - without doing any actual hiring.
UK firms plan biggest pay rises since 2012 to fill staff gaps
British employers expect to raise wages for their staff by the most in at least 11 years but the 5% pay deals for workers would still fall well below expected inflation, a survey published on Monday showed.
Apprenticeships announcement failed to meet full endorsement from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation
Recruitment and Employment Confederation has responded to the government's announcement by the Secretary of State for Education, Gillian Keegan, regarding young people who will be able to use UCAS to search for apprenticeships.
Hospitality in Crisis: Are there enough chefs to keep up with London's insatiable demand for fine dining?
Chefs have not returned to work in the same numbers post-pandemic, leaving the hospitality industry grappling with an acute staffing crisis at a time when operators are also struggling with the soaring costs of doing business.
Recent studies reveal the best cities in the UK for job opportunities and affordable cost of living
A number of people living in the UK have moved towards smaller towns or places with higher perks and salaries.
German economy to avoid recession in 2023, says Berlin
Germany is set to narrowly escape a recession this year, the government said Wednesday, as Europe's biggest economy weathers the fallout from the Ukraine war better than expected.
Australia jobs take surprise dip in Dec, but unemployment stays low
Australia employment unexpectedly dipped in December following an outsized gain the month before in a sign the red-hot labour market might be cooling, though the jobless rate stayed near five-decade lows.
UK pay growth speeds up again as BoE frets about inflation
Pay growth in Britain - which is being closely watched by the Bank of England as it gauges how much higher to raise interest rates - picked up more pace in the three months to November, official data showed on Tuesday.