Every year, thousands of graduates leave university wondering the same thing: “How do I get my first job when every role seems to require experience?” It’s a fair question. The graduate market is competitive, and many students are understandably concerned by headlines about economic uncertainty, AI, and changing hiring trends. The good news? Employers are
AI has moved from an experiment to an everyday playbook across a growing number of roles. For HR leaders, this has quietly redefined what “good” looks like in a candidate. As routine tasks are increasingly handled by AI, employers are placing greater value on people who can frame problems, interpret outputs and apply sound judgement,
Two fifths of UK employers (40%) are actively hiring people returning from a career break, while around a third are actively hiring (31%) – or looking to retain (37%) – older workers, new research from independent consultancy Barnett Waddingham (BW) reveals. The findings reflect an environment of mounting pressures both within, and outside, of businesses.
At Kingsgate Recruitment , we want to keep you informed about the latest scams targeting job seekers. Scammers are using WhatsApp to contact candidates with fake job offers, often promising easy, remote work with good pay. Here’s what to look out for and how to stay safe. How the scam works Fake job offers: Scammers reach
The UK employment market is in a different place this year. According to recent figures from the Office for National Statistics, job vacancies fell by 26,000 between January and March—making it the 33rd consecutive month of decline. But fewer openings don’t automatically mean smoother recruitment. If anything, it’s become harder to hire the right people. The
The debate over remote work versus office attendance is heating up again, and companies are finally drawing a line in the sand. Barclays, WPP, and Lloyds have all recently put their foot down, signalling: the office is typically where the magic happens. While remote work had its moment, the reality is that showing up in person
According to Cognizant research, 90% of jobs will be disrupted to some extent by generative AI (GenAI) within the next 10 years. This does not mean it is replacing humans, instead GenAI is emerging as a powerful productivity tool, reshaping roles and creating new opportunities for businesses. To navigate this seismic shift, business leaders must take
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