Reed Job Index: vacancies up 18%

UK job vacancies in May were 18% higher than a year ago, according to the latest Reed Job Index.

UK job vacancies in May were 18% higher than a year ago, according to the latest Reed Job Index.

However, the Index fell for the second month running, down 4 index points (3%) in May compared to April, indicating demand for staff is falling.

Public sector jobs are around half the level they were in December 2009. However, the Reed Public Sector Job Index rose by 9 points in May to 59.

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Legislation 15 May 2025

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Contracts 14 May 2025

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Legislation 13 May 2025

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Contracts 8 May 2025
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