The number of new jobs created in the UK rose in June, according to the latest Reed Job Index.

The Index stands at 125, four index points up from May and back up to April’s level of new job vacancies.

Demand has increased for accountants, manufacturing staff for general insurance and engineering staff.

Martin Warnes, managing director at reed.co.uk, says: “Demand for skilled, highly-qualified staff has fuelled this month’s increase. Key job sectors such as insurance and engineering reached the highest levels we have experienced since the Index began 18 months ago, prompting the launch of a new £50k+ recruitment section on reed.co.uk to help employers and jobseekers in this salary-bracket.

“In spite of residual concerns over the economy, opportunities for jobseekers are growing again as employers look for the talent they need to support their ambitions for the future.”