Trinity Bridge expands in Central Europe, appoints MD for Germany

Hospitality specialist executive search firm Trinity Bridge is expanding its operations in Central Europe with the appointment of Stephanie Watzek.

International manufacturer invests £170m in North Wales facility

Around 140 jobs will be created in North Wales after Knauf Insulation unveiled plans to invest £170m in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Human skills as important as ‘oven-ready’ tech skills

The UK skills landscape is experiencing rapid and regular turnover as employers look for “oven-ready talent” with much in-demand technical skills.

UK Hiring Taskforce launches to develop new hiring strategies

A UK Hiring Taskforce was launched on Friday [16 May 2025] at the Houses of Parliament to develop strategy, technology and policy for “the end-to-end process of hiring in as new a way as possible”.

Staffline secures large contract win with logistics provider

Recruitment group Staffline has secured a significant strategic partnership with one of the UK’s leading food and drink supply chain management and logistics providers.

HMRC threatens individual with Stop Notice

In the first Stop Notices case of its kind, HMRC has threatened an individual with prosecution if they promote tax avoidance schemes.

Legislation 15 May 2025

NHS SBS partners with health-tech firm to transform workforce across NHS

NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) and health-tech company ImproveWell have announced a partnership aiming to drive workforce transformation across the NHS.

Government plans to re-wire the state with civil servant moves

Thousands of civil servants – including senior leaders – will be based in 13 towns and cities across the UK to work with frontline workers and local leaders.

Morson advances with technical specialist buy in the US

Morson Group has strengthened its position as a global talent solutions leader with the acquisition of US-based technical recruiter PTS Advance.

NEW TO THE MARKET: 15-19 JULY 2024

This week’s new launches include: WilsonHCG

REC AGM: New government set to create industrial strategy council

A new industrial strategy council that will set targets and monitor progress across government is likely to be created under the new Labour government.

REC AGM: Membercentricity key for REC going forward

“The state of the union is strong”, the CEO of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) told members on Wednesday [10 July 2024].

People 12 July 2024

Vantage Consulting hires David Berks as new MD

Vantage Consulting has appointed David Berks (above left) as new managing director as the recruiter expands across the STEM market.

Government investigation will create training and job opportunities says Streeting

An independent investigation has been ordered into the state of the NHS to provide “a raw and honest assessment” of issues facing the health service.

CONTRACTS & DEALS: 8-12 JULY 2024

This week’s new contracts & deals include: G&E Partners, Goodall Brazier, Harris + Co

QX Global Group receives £100m growth investment from Long Ridge

QX Global Group, a provider of business process management (BPM) and offshore recruitment services, has received a £100m investment from US-headquartered Long Ridge Equity Partners.

Sponsored: Talent Journey - Revolutionising the Way Businesses Scale with a Founder-Focused Platform

Talent Journey, founded by renowned industry leader Hugo Sugden, is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking platform, designed to empower founders and business leaders.

11 July 2024

Dragon Steven Bartlett invests in tech talent agency Chapter 2

Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett has invested in disruptive recruitment tech and talent agency Chapter 2.

Robert Walters unifies brands globally

Robert Walters is unifying its three brands – Robert Walters, Walters People and Resource Solutions – into a single brand, Robert Walters.

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Be ‘hungry, humble and smart’

The MDs of Carrington West and Sanderson spoke to the audience at REC Live 24.

9 July 2024
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Rebuild economy with workforce strategy, says Reed

James Reed, chair and CEO of Reed, addressed the REC Live 24 conference.

9 July 2024

Ex-Rethink CEO launches transactional recruitment firm

Mark Lee left recruiter Rethink back in January and has launched a new business.

9 July 2024
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Industry mourns tragic passing of Odro’s McCabe

Recruitment industry tributes have poured in for Ryan McCabe, founder and CEO of video interview platform Odro, following his death on 22 June.

9 July 2024

TXM acquisition of Petroplan builds on North American strength

Engineering, healthcare and technology specialist TXM Group has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of energy recruiter Petroplan.

Legal experts predict swathe of employment changes

Employment lawyers are predicting sweeping legal changes to the workplace under the new Labour government as ministers set out plans for their first 100 days in office.

Legal, HR 8 July 2024
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