Managers need to understand business and technology

Almost three in four (74%) of employers think the ideal future manager requires an equal understanding of both business and technology, according to new research from GIS software provider ESRI UK.

Almost three in four (74%) of employers think the ideal future manager requires an equal understanding of both business and technology, according to new research from GIS software provider ESRI UK.

The research also shows 90% of HR leaders look for critical thinking skills in interviewees when recruiting, while 88% of HR leaders said location is essential when locating skilled staff.

REC CEO hits back at government cuts to agency spend

Government calls to eliminate agency spend at the NHS have received a fiery response from the Recruitment & Employment Confederation.

Legislation 3 June 2025

Government health leaders threaten ‘rip-off temporary staffing agencies’

NHS trusts and integrated care boards (ICBs) are being urged by government health leaders to eradicate agency spending to build on a £1bn fall in spending in 2024-25.

Legislation 3 June 2025

£1.5bn defence spending will create highly-skilled jobs in the UK

The UK government is to create more than 1,000 new jobs as a result of a £1.5bn defence investment.

Legislation 2 June 2025

APPOINTMENTS: 27-30 MAY 2025

This week’s appointments include: ECMS, Madison Berkeley, The Education Network

People 27 May 2025
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