Some companies complain about the cost of recruitment, but it’s far more expensive when you get it wrong, and agency fees pale into insignificance when you look at the other costs.

Recent research from Employment Hero shows that “ghost jobs” are on the rise — with 25% of UK workers believing they’ve applied for one. That figure jumps to 37% among 18-34-year-olds.

UK salary increase budgets for 2026 are set at 3.6%, mirroring the actual pay rises seen in 2025, according to recent research by Willis Towers Watson.

With the Employment Rights Act 2025 now gaining momentum, UK employers need to prepare for some significant changes to employment law — particularly around hiring and early-stage employment decisions.

Dreaming of your dream job?

According to Personio’s latest Workforce Pulse Report, only 44% of UK professionals say they’re currently in their dream job.

A great interview is a two-way process. It’s not just about whether you’re right for the role — it’s about whether the role is right for you.

Before you go to market, make sure you’re crystal clear on what you’re looking for and what truly matters.

Clarity makes all the difference — and the best recruitment strategy is having everyone internally on the same page and aligned with what the business actually needs.

It’s the little things that make the difference, and most of the salespeople we speak with underestimate their core strengths — mainly because they do them naturally and don’t think twice about it:

A lot of good salespeople find their career progression blocked by things completely outside their control. You can be doing everything right and still feel like nothing’s moving. Progression shouldn’t rely on someone resigning.