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Latest Job Advertisements Surge Amid Economic Uncertainties

Job Advertisements Surge Amid Economic Uncertainties

Friday, April 19, 2024

In a beacon of hope for the UK economy, recent data released by the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has unveiled a heartening surge in job advertisements across the nation.

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  • Labour market overview, UK: April 2024

    Labour market overview, UK: April 2024

    Tuesday, April 16, 2024

    The latest statistics released by the UK's Office for National Statistics (ONS) provide a comprehensive snapshot of the nation's labor market dynamics for the month of March 2024, revealing a mixed bag of trends and challenges.

  • Skills Gap Surges Trigger Sharp Rise in Businesses Hiring Freelancers

    Skills Gap Surges Trigger Sharp Rise in Businesses Hiring Freelancers

    Friday, April 12, 2024

    In a bid to bridge widening skills gaps, businesses are resorting to an unprecedented surge in temporary staff hires, freelancers, and contractors, according to the latest Hiring Trends Index by Totaljobs.

  • IPPR Report Warns of Potential Job Losses in UK Due to AI Advancements

    IPPR Report Warns of Potential Job Losses in UK Due to AI Advancements

    Wednesday, April 10, 2024

    In a stark warning issued by The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), it's been revealed that nearly 8 million jobs in the United Kingdom could be in jeopardy due to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).

  • Is The Resume Dead?

    Is The Resume Dead?

    Friday, April 5, 2024

    In the ever-evolving landscape of job hunting, the debate surrounding the relevance of the curriculum vitae (CV) continues to intensify. Keith Fox, Director of Alexander Executive Search has stirred the discussion further by asserting that the CV is on its deathbed, rendering it obsolete in the recruitment process.

  • The Pros and Cons of AI in Recruitment: Balancing Efficiency with Human Touch

    The Pros and Cons of AI in Recruitment: Balancing Efficiency with Human Touch

    Thursday, April 4, 2024

    As AI increasingly infiltrates the recruitment sector, experts weigh in on the benefits and drawbacks of replacing human consultants with automated systems.

  • Textile, Leather, and Clothing Manufacturing Industry Leads UK Wage Increase

    Textile, Leather, and Clothing Manufacturing Industry Leads UK Wage Increase

    Wednesday, April 3, 2024

    According to data from the Office for National Statistics' Wages and Salaries Survey, the manufacturing of textiles, leather, and clothing sectors has emerged as the leader in wage growth.

  • Survey Reveals Job Interview Red Flags

    Survey Reveals Job Interview Red Flags

    Tuesday, March 26, 2024

    A recent survey conducted in January 2024 has unveiled the common "red flags" encountered by job seekers during the interview process, shedding light on prevalent concerns in the job hunting landscape. With 37% of respondents reporting negative interview experiences, the study provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by candidates.

  • Labour Market Tracker: 1.8m active job ads suggest “soft landing” likely for labour market

    Labour Market Tracker: 1.8m active job ads suggest “soft landing” likely for labour market

    Sunday, March 17, 2024

    Midway through the first quarter of the year the number of active job postings is settling at around 1.8 million, according to the latest Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) and Lightcast Labour Market Tracker. This represents a robust position – but weaker than the trend we have seen over the past three years.

  • Labour Market Overview, UK: March 2024

    Labour Market Overview, UK: March 2024

    Wednesday, March 13, 2024

    The latest data from the UK's labour market paints a mixed picture, with some indicators showing resilience while others hint at challenges. Let's delve into the key highlights from the recent statistics:

  • Fake Jobs: Scammers impersonate firms to target victims

    Fake Jobs: Scammers impersonate firms to target victims

    Tuesday, March 12, 2024

    Scammers are impersonating genuine recruitment companies and advertising fake jobs to try to steal personal information, businesses are warning. Fraudsters are posting vacancies online and sending WhatsApp messages to entice people into handing over their details.