Against the backdrop of continued economic uncertainty, 106 new businesses were created every hour across Britain in the first half of 2024, according to research by iwoca – one of Europe’s largest SME lenders. Analysis of Companies House data reveals that over 459,000 businesses were registered in Britain between January and June 2024, an increase of 6%
More than half (58%) of tech professionals are planning to move jobs this year, the latest Salary & Recruiting Trends show. If you’re one of these professionals – whether it’s because you’re looking for a more senior role, a higher salary or a change of direction – then you might be thinking about updating your
A recent careers day with primary school pupils highlighted the important part that tech is playing in the lives of young people and underscored the importance of introducing talk of future careers early on, helping children to explore the vast opportunities available to them in a rapidly evolving digital world. Conor Whelan, chief information officer
Attracting and retaining top talent remains a priority for organisations wanting to stay competitive in a skills-short market. If you want to assess your current employee experience and identify where there’s room for improvement, reviewing your job application process is a great place to start. The application process is the first interaction a jobseeker has
In today’s globalised economy, the ability to speak multiple languages is more valuable than ever. To uncover increasing demand for multilingual professionals across various industries, researchers at City Lit have analysed the number of job advertisements which are looking for multilingual professionals. The research reveals that European languages are in high demand across multiple industries,
Career advice is typically based on conventional wisdom that often points to tried-and-true methods: networking, continuous learning, and seeking mentorship. While these strategies are undeniably effective, they can also be limiting if everyone is following the same playbook. To truly stand out and get ahead in your career, it’s worth considering some unconventional, even surprising, strategies.
UK job vacancies rose +1.1% in July for the first time this year, up to 862,043 compared to June, bringing the first sign of an improvement in prospects to those seeking a new role. Following positive growth figures and the election of a new government, business confidence rebounded in July which has translated through to increased hiring, according to
As we expect to see a surge of graduates enter the workforce this Summer, a recent survey by Student Beans, a top student discount provider, found 21% of students are unsure if they will apply for jobs related to their field of study. Confidence is the biggest reason as around 30.1% admit they lack confidence in
As we start to see the emergence of green shoots in a post-pandemic environment, it is paramount that we equip our small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the resources they need to not only survive but thrive. SMEs are the bedrock of our economy, driving innovation, generating employment opportunities, and fostering local development. As the
More than a quarter of the UK’s workforce will change employers over the next six months, according to new research recently published. Randstad polled 12,000 people in the UK aged 18 to retirement age in January 2024. The research found that 27 per cent of workers plan to change jobs within the next six months —