Most employers seek ‘unicorn’ hires amid tighter budgets – Robert Walters
58% said they were waiting for the ideal candidate, while just 17% were willing to train new recruits.
Deel sets Guinness World Records™ title with global virtual hiring event
Deel has set a new Guinness World Records™ title for the 'Largest online hiring event' after attracting 6,848 attendees to a live virtual recruitment event.
73% of hiring managers say skills shortages hold back entry-level appointments – CV Genius
30% valued portfolio projects as a signal of employability, compared to 16% for internships and 19% for part-time jobs.
Blue Monday sparks 10% surge in job applications – CV-Library
Applications in January were up 72% compared to December, rising 61% from December 2023 to January 2024.
Pre-budget uncertainty and global volatility slow London hiring at year end – Morgan McKinley
There was a 13% drop in jobs available quarter-on-quarter in Q4 2025.
Small business job growth stalls in December, finds Employment Hero
Retail and hospitality saw the biggest hit in December, with a fall of -2%.
Precept Recruit launches in Derby to help firms tackle talent challenge
The consultancy will focus on the East Midlands but will also take on UK-wide roles, especially where specialist searches are needed.
Workplace predictions: 2026 trends and expert insights
Matt Monette, head of UK & I, Deel, said: “The businesses that will thrive in 2026 are those that combine operational efficiency with an environment where people feel seen, empowered and set up to succeed.”
Small businesses return to hiring, but jobs recovery remains uneven – Employment Hero
The report revealed that employment in UK small businesses rose by 1.7% month-on-month in November.
Most ‘entry-level’ jobs now require experience, finds CV Genius
Most employers wanted applicants to have between six months and two years of relevant experience.
Employers continue move away from traditional CVs, study finds
Willo found that four-in-10 employers said they are actively moving away from CV-first hiring, and 10% have replaced CVs with skills-based and scenario-driven assessments.
Tribepad launches new AI hiring tool
The company said the tool has been designed to help organisations hire “smarter, faster, and more fairly” amid rising application volumes and declining trust in recruitment processes.
