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Legislation

Employment Rights Bill roadmap launched with enhanced workers’ rights

The government has unveiled its long-awaited roadmap setting out how it will deliver its new package of workers’ rights.

HR 2 July 2025

Legislation

Recruitment industry welcomes consultation and timeline for ERB roadmap

Recruitment industry leaders have applauded the publication of the Employment Rights Bill roadmap.

2 July 2025

People

Org Group appoints former Gravitas CEO

Multinational professional services provider Org Group has appointed Kurt Schreurs (pictured) as chief revenue officer (CRO) for Recruitment Solutions.

Creative/Digital/Media, Engineering, Executive search, IT/Telecoms, HR 2 July 2025

Viral TikTok video sparks surge in the creative CV for Gen Z candidates

A Legally Blonde inspired TikTok has gone viral, and it’s transforming how Gen Z approaches job applications.

Lighter SideCreative/Digital/Media, HR 1 July 2025

ERB amendment would require licensing authority to oversee umbrella firms

Lord Chris Holmes of Richmond plans to introduce an amendment to the Employment Rights Bill (ERB).

LegislationHR 30 June 2025

UKG acquires Shiftboard to boost scheduling tools

HR and workforce management firm UKG has acquired Shiftboard, a US-based employee scheduling software provider.

ContractsOil & gas/Energy, Creative/Digital/Media 30 June 2025

NEXTAFF appoints vice-president to expand franchise in the US

Staffing firm NEXTAFF has appointed John-Reed McDonald as vice president of franchise development, as the company looks to expand its franchise network across the US.

People 26 June 2025

Five senior appointments at ECB STAR Group

Executive search firm ECB STAR Group has appointed five new senior partners to its leadership team.

PeopleTransport & logistics, Banking/Financial services 26 June 2025

Franklin Fitch appointments strengthen global operations

Technology recruitment specialist Franklin Fitch has strengthened its global and US operations with two major hires.

PeopleCreative/Digital/Media, Executive search 26 June 2025

Apprentice winner Martin and Lord Sugar’s HRS sets sights on European base

2012 Apprentice winner Ricky Martin has revealed to Recruiter which countries he has set his sights on for international expansion of his science industry staffing business Hyper Recruitment Solutions (HRS).

PeopleLife sciences 18 September 2018

FINANCIALS: Kellan Group considers delisting from AIM

Multi-sector recruiter Kellan Group is considering delisting the trading of its shares from the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) stock exchange.

FinancialsRetail, Transport & logistics 18 September 2018

FINANCIALS: Hydrogen sees strong trading performance

Specialist professional recruiter Hydrogen Group has seen net fee income increase 57% year-on-year, according to unaudited results for the half year to 30 June 2018.

FinancialsInterim recruitment 18 September 2018

Lidl’s Leeds site to create 500 jobs

Retailer Lidl has announced plans to create 500 jobs at a new warehouse near Leeds.

Retail, Transport & logistics 18 September 2018

Bombay Sapphire finds a new recruit for its role of global ambassador

We have to break it to you that gin brand Bombay Sapphire’s search for a global ambassador is over.

Lighter SideRetail, Hospitality/Leisure 18 September 2018

Recruitment director jailed for spending VAT payments on luxury homes

A recruitment agency director, found to have stolen more than £470k in VAT payments and spending it on houses and a luxury holiday home, has been jailed for 27 months.

People 17 September 2018

Candidates’ past online comments can cause problems for recruiters in the future

Recruiters have been urged to be alive to the risks connected to the vetting of candidates on behalf of clients, in cases where a candidate’s controversial social media posts subsequently come to light.

LegislationCreative/Digital/Media 17 September 2018

FINANCIALS: US background check firm ClearStar reveals revenue rise

US-based ClearStar has seen revenue increase 11% year-on-year, according to interim results for the six months to 30 June 2018.

FinancialsHR 17 September 2018

The X Factor uncovers yet another recruitment talent

Stand aside Honey G and Olly Murs – there is a new recruiter blowing away the judges on TV singing competition The X Factor.

Lighter SideHospitality/Leisure 17 September 2018

APPOINTMENTS: 17-21 SEPTEMBER 2018

This week’s appointments include: Airswift, Claremont Consulting, NP Group, Pedersen & Partners, VMAGROUP

PeopleRecruitment Process Outsourcing, Marketing 17 September 2018

CONTRACTS & DEALS: 17-21 SEPTEMBER 2018

This week’s contracts and deals include: Ethos BeathChapman Australia, Quay Appointments, Sopra Steria Recruitment

ContractsPublic sector, Executive search 17 September 2018

NEW TO THE MARKET: 17-21 SEPTEMBER 2018

This week’s launches include: BP, Charlton Morris, Darcy Associates, Zinc

New to MarketOil & gas/Energy, Engineering 17 September 2018

Recruiters could act as key link in Labour’s new immigration work visa proposals

Labour’s new immigration policy presents an opportunity for recruiters with access to in-demand candidates from outside the EU, lawyers say.

LegislationHealthcare/Medical 14 September 2018

Apprentice winner Martin’s HRS breaks £1m profit barrier

Hyper Recruitment Solutions (HRS), the science industry staffing specialist launched by 2012 Apprentice winner Ricky Martin, is eyeing expansion into Europe, as the group announced it has reached £1m in profits.

PeopleLife sciences, IT/Telecoms 14 September 2018

FINANCIALS: SThree posts profit rise, but UK down

SThree has seen gross profit increase 13% year-on-year, according to a trading update for the quarter to 31 August 2018.

Financials 14 September 2018

Alchemy Technology creates software roles in Derry

Northern Ireland is to be boosted to the tune of 250 new software roles.

IT/Telecoms 14 September 2018

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