Recruitment Blog: Career Tips & Industry News
Discover in-depth career advice, industry insights, and practical tips through our recruitment blog, designed to support your professional journey.
Read the latest industry insights from our Guest Blogger Alison Humphreys, award-winning NED.
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Posted on Thursday, March 26, 2026 by My Recruiter Jobs
While some areas of the UK labour market are facing slowdowns, several sectors remain highly buoyant—creating strong demand for recruiters and a growing number of recruitment consultant jobs across London and the UK. Industry insights from organisations such as Recruitment Employment Confederation and KPMG highlight key sectors driving hiring activity, offering excellent opportunities for ...
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Posted on Saturday, March 14, 2026 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
When you’ve got real pressures on cash flow, or your sales pipeline is looking really sad, it’s very, very tempting to go for quick wins. With minimal input from you as a leader, you can see a burst of activity. And you know what? That may be all it takes to find a couple of job orders. But what issue has been solved? The problem is only going to come back. Here are four of the favourite quickies ...
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Posted on Friday, February 13, 2026 by Alexi Heidemann is Head of New Investments at SSG Recruitment Partnerships and a podcast host.
It’s becoming increasingly popular for UK recruiters to tap into the US market — whether that’s relocating across the pond or working remotely from the UK. So what’s the attraction? Market Saturation: A Much Bigger Pond According to recent industry data, there are around 28,000 registered recruitment agencies in the UK compared to approximately 12,500 in the US. To put that into context, the US ...
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Posted on Thursday, February 5, 2026 by James Nathan a results-driven UK trainer specialising in sales, and recruitment excellence.
(If You Want Attention, Trust, and Actual Conversations) Most recruiters treat LinkedIn like a noticeboard: Here’s a job. Here’s another job. Here’s a job you definitely won’t apply for. But LinkedIn isn’t a job board — it’s a credibility engine. If you want clients and candidates to take you seriously, you need to show up with content that’s: Interesting Useful Human And above all… worth ...
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Posted on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 by Richard Savva is a strategic and hands-on Talent Acquisition Leader with 20 years’ experience
The world of Talent Acquisition has evolved… and at some pace might I add. Change isn’t always positive, but it isn’t always negative either. Over the last 3–4 months, as I’ve navigated the job market, I’ve found myself reflecting on just how much our industry has grown and shifted - and it definitely gives you pause for thought. Why is TA Always in the Spotlight? TA and recruitment are talked ...
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Posted on Monday, January 19, 2026 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
If you run a recruitment business, you’ve probably heard your consultants falling over themselves to “please” clients. They daren’t challenge a hiring manager’s assumptions – they just take the brief and say yes. Here’s the truth: the real challenge isn’t finding clients. It’s getting them to commit. Too many recruiters are still doing the same tired dance: “We’ll send you some CVs – you let us ...
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Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2025 by My Recruiter Jobs
As a recruiter in the UK, your role is not just about filling positions quickly—it’s about managing candidates’ personal information responsibly . Yet it is not uncommon for CVs to be submitted to clients without the candidate’s explicit permission . While acting fast can sometimes feel necessary, doing so carries both legal and ethical risks . Why This Happens Recruiters face real pressures: ...
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Posted on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 by Russell Ekins, Senior Talent Acquisition professional with 15+ years in recruitment.
Most people assume their interview struggles come from poor preparation. But honestly? Nearly everyone I work with is excellent at preparing. They often: Research the company thoroughly Rehearse their STAR stories Practice answers in the mirror—or with ChatGPT 😉 Prepare notes, bullet points, and strategies And then the interview starts… …and everything seems to fall apart. Why? Because ...
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Posted on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 by My Recruiter Jobs
Despite pockets of economic uncertainty, the global recruitment landscape is experiencing powerful momentum in several high-growth sectors. Technology innovation, healthcare demand, sustainability commitments, and the evolution of global supply chains are fuelling a sharp rise in specialist hiring needs. International recruitment agencies are stepping in to close widening skills gaps—creating ...
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Posted on Thursday, September 18, 2025 by My Recruiter Jobs
In the world of recruitment, connecting with potential clients can often feel like climbing a mountain without ropes. Many recruiters dread the idea of cold calling, picturing endless rejections or conversations cut short. But here’s the truth: when done well, cold calling isn’t just about making contact—it’s about opening doors, sparking conversations, and planting the seeds for long-term ...