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 —
The time between leaving university and landing your first graduate job will test your patience as well as your confidence. Not only is it tough looking for a job anyway – you’ll be competing with the millions of other graduates who are potentially looking at the same jobs as you at the same time. Finding a
A recent study by London Office Space has revealed the most sought-after job positions for graduates in the UK this year, with data analysis taking the top spot. The findings, based on average monthly Google searches and the availability of job listings, provide valuable insights for new graduates navigating the job market. TOP CAREERS FOR
CVs have been a crucial part of the employment process since the 1950s, when they became a formal expectation at job interviews. In the decades since then, the CV has evolved, and now digital elements have been incorporated. Job seekers need to know various tips and tricks to ensure their CV can compete in the
The study, which surveyed 1,500 businesses and 1,500 workers in the UK, revealed that ghosting, originally associated with the dating world, has permeated the recruitment process. Indeed’s research indicates that 75% of employees have engaged in ghosting over the past year. The trend is particularly pronounced among Gen Z (18-24-year-olds) and Millennials (25-44-year-olds), with over three-quarters (79%)
Job seekers are advised to ask questions at the end of an interview to show interest in the opportunity. The challenge is that most candidates worry so much about what to ask that they can’t focus on the actual discussion happening right before them. To alleviate the anxiety, you should have a few questions ready
The lead-up to Christmas is an important time of the year for businesses to boost their profits, with 4.7 million adults intending to spend more than usual on Christmas presents this year. In light of this, small business credit card company, Capital on Tap, has shared expert tips to help small businesses make the most
New survey data from music licensing company PPL PRS reveals that although the majority of UK workers are confident at work, they still get wobbles sometimes. 49% of UK workers shared that they suffer from low confidence during performance reviews, even though 71% of those respondents feel confident other times. This PPL PRS survey asked
Adaptive workforces based on demand could help businesses save money and boost employee morale. It is no understatement that businesses across the UK have faced an extremely turbulent couple of years financially, having to deal with residual economic impacts left over from the pandemic, as well as more recent challenges – such as the cost
Millions of Britons and around one-in-six Londoners are looking to change jobs in the next six months according to new research, in a sign that the UK’s labour market could get even more competitive. Around one in seven workers questioned by Barnett Waddingham, the professional services consultant, predicted they would have different work in six