New to Market

14 May 2025

NEW TO THE MARKET: 12-16 MAY 2025

• Global specialist recruitment company Eames Consulting has opened a new office in Philadelphia, focusing on technology and digital enablement. Located at the Wanamaker Building, 100 East Penn Square, this is the recruiter’s second US location, following its New York office, which opened in 2022. The Philadelphia team will be headed up by Steven Stahl, a highly experienced recruiter. Also joining are Sam Youngberg (managing consultant) and Callum Stainer (senior consultant), data and AI recruitment specialists.

Eightfold AI, which helps organisations recruit and retain top talent, and upskill/reskill their entire workforce, has added two new foundational AI products to its portfolio. Expanding its capabilities in talent acquisition, Eightfold introduces AI Interviewer to automate candidate engagement and assessment, enhancing responsiveness and selection outcomes. The company has also launched Digital Twin, a personalised AI model that captures and applies employee knowledge across systems to drive real-time productivity and decision-making.

SF Recruitment has opened a new East Midlands headquarters in Castle Donington, strategically positioned next to East Midlands Airport. The new hub unites the company’s Leicester and Nottingham teams, with the company broadening its expertise into STEM fields, including technology and engineering, alongside its core areas of finance, private equity and corporate services. Over 40 team members will be based at the new headquarters and plans for European growth are underway, according to the company statement.

13 May 2025

Aspiring pilots can apply to join fully-funded training programme

Flight training typically costs in excess of £100k.

The programme has been developed to support Jet2.com’s growth, enabling the leisure airline to fly more customers away to enjoy their holidays on an expanding fleet of aircraft.

Jet2FlightPath is open to candidates from all backgrounds (subject to meeting the application criteria) and aims to boost social mobility and promote diversity within the pilot community. To apply, candidates need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and a science subject, or equivalent qualifications – making Jet2FlightPath more accessible than other programmes.

The selection process, including assessments and interviews, will see successful candidates invited to take their place on a fully funded 18-month Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) training course in the UK, Spain or US, with courses starting this year. Upon completion of the ATPL course, trainees will then be offered Type Rating training on either an Airbus or Boeing aircraft, before becoming a Jet2.com pilot. Three partners set to deliver this training are Skyborne Airline Academy, Leading Edge and FTE Jerez.

When completing the Jet2FlightPath pilot training programme, trainees will also be fully immersed in the operation and culture at Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, “so that they can understand all the qualities that make up the businesses”, a company statement said. This includes gaining exposure to various customer-facing roles such as cabin crew and ground operations.

Jet2.com plans to put 60 pilots through Jet2FlightPath in the first year of the programme and then expand it to attract “even more” aspiring pilots in the coming years as the company continues to grow, the company said. 

The UK’s third largest airline currently employs over 1,800 pilots and will operate a fleet of up to 135 aircraft this summer, flying customers to sun and leisure city destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands from 13 UK airport bases.

The brand-new Jet2FlightPath programme opens for applications today [13 May 2025]. Pilots of the future can find out further information as well as how to apply by clicking here.

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6 May 2025

NEW TO THE MARKET: 5-9 MAY 2025

Heidrick & Struggles has launched a new Government & Defense Tech Practice, aimed at serving the growing demand for technology leadership within public sector organisations. With governments estimated to account for 10% of global technology and IT services spending, the firm sees this as a significant market opportunity. The practice consolidates the company’s experience from over 200 engagements to provide leadership solutions for organisations delivering technology to national, state and local governments worldwide.

The new practice will support clients by offering leadership search, development and organisational effectiveness services. It brings together more than 30 experienced partners across sectors such as IT services, aerospace and defence, energy and private equity, operating globally across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The initiative addresses the increasing reliance of governments on advanced technologies like AI, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity and robotics.

• Workforce management solutions firm Matrix has supported more than 10,000 individuals across the UK into employment between March 2024 and April 2025 through its Social Value team. The efforts focused on a wide range of community initiatives, including employability workshops, career guidance and volunteering opportunities. These programmes were designed to help students, jobseekers and public sector employees gain essential skills and access new career pathways.

• UK start-up Project Brains has launched ProdigyPB, an AI-powered platform designed to revolutionise job description creation and recruitment. Tailored for SMEs, growing businesses, and HR teams, ProdigyPB helps define precise hiring needs by aligning job roles with specific business challenges. The tool generates clear, bias-free job descriptions in seconds and enables users to engage with vetted fractional specialists from Project Brains’ talent pool, according to a company statement. ProdigyPB is currently available in Beta across the UK.

28 April 2025

NEW TO THE MARKET: 28 APRIL-2 MAY 2025

Jobmatch Sweden, a leader in occupational psychological testing, is expanding in Norway through a new partnership with consulting firm Sund Raad. Sund Raad, which focuses on enhancing employee engagement for small and medium-sized businesses, will integrate Jobmatch’s DNV-certified Talent test into its services. This marks Jobmatch’s second partnership in Norway, following its 2022 collaboration with Hapro Jobb og Karriere. Jobmatch Talent is a scientifically validated tool used for recruitment and employee development, according to the company press release.

• STEM recruitment specialist Matchtech has launched STEM Futures, a free, on-demand employability platform aimed at helping young people break into engineering and technology careers. The programme includes expert-led sessions on job search strategies, CV writing, interviews and personal development, and is part of Matchtech’s broader initiative to address the STEM skills gap and support emerging talent.

In addition, Matchtech has awarded the first two grants from its Materna Fund, a £2.5k bursary created to support engineering students facing financial hardship. The inaugural recipients, Sergio Carreno Vargas and David Sarembock from the University of Portsmouth, are using the funds to focus on their studies and development without the added pressure of financial strain.

Meet Life Sciences has launched Synergy, a new standalone service designed to tackle people capability challenges in the life sciences sector that go beyond recruitment. As part of Meet’s evolution into a full-service talent solutions partner, Synergy offers tailored support in areas like workforce planning, leadership development, skills mapping, culture embedding and organisational design. Led by vice-president Kirsty Wilson, the service is built specifically for the life sciences industry and is focused on delivering measurable, outcome-driven solutions. Unlike traditional consulting, Synergy provides hands-on support from design through to implementation, helping clients build the capability needed to grow, adapt and lead in a competitive global market.

Right Management, part of ManpowerGroup, has launched a refreshed brand strategy called ‘The Right Way’. It’s a human-centred, data-backed framework that aligns workforce development with business strategy. The new identity centres on ‘The Right Way loop’, a distinctive visual element with modern colours and typography that will be used across all brand touchpoints.

5 September 2022

NEW TO THE MARKET: 5-9 SEPTEMBER 2022

• Recruitment specialist 365 People has announced it is moving to a new four-storey office building in Leicester City Centre. The premises is located on Belvoir Street in the middle of a hotspot for recruitment in the city. 365 People, established at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in July 2020, is a warehouse, logistics, engineering and commercial recruitment specialist, supplying local workers to local businesses across the East and West Midlands.

• Payroll provider Deel has launched Instant Card Transfer in partnership with Paysend to offer contractors abroad the option to get paid instantly and directly to their bank accounts using their cards. Instant Card Transfer enables contractors to access their money when they need it, without it says unnecessary delays, costs or uncertainty. Deel is initially rolling this feature out in Ukraine, Belarus, Georgia, Honduras, Philippines, Kazakhstan and the Dominican Republic, where currency exchange and international payments often take longer than usual.

First Advantage Corporation, a global provider of human resource technology solutions for screening, verifications, safety and compliance, has opened a new office in Kraków, Poland. The firm is also hiring technology, customer care and operations positions for the facility located at High Five Office ul. Pawia 9 Kraków. One of the largest workplace HR screening providers in the world, First Advantage has a presence in 19 countries and 29 offices across the globe.

• IT recruitment firm iSource Group has relocated from Brewery Wharf in Leeds after more than a decade, moving to more central office space in Infirmary Street. The business has also welcomed eight new colleagues to the team and celebrated two senior promotions.

• Global recruitment firm McGregor Boyall has expanded its presence in the US by launching operations on the East Coast. McGregor Boyall North America will focus on technology verticals initially, primarily in the financial services sector. International managing director Richard Lett will head up operations in North America and focus on establishing and growing McGregor Boyall’s presence on the East Coast. He has more than 20 years of recruitment experience and joined the recruiter in 2012.

Oyster Partnership today launches its rebrand and website, as well as its new offices in London’s Mayfair. The recruitment firm says the rebrand – ‘Bring on the brilliants’ – is about building something “extraordinary” for clients, candidates and for its own people. A social media campaign invites people to share experiences they feel are worth waiting for, and be in with a chance of winning a £350 voucher and some enviable goodies.

Sasza Bandiera, MD of Oyster Partnership, said: “The pandemic brought about new challenges, but also lots of new opportunity for the business. By leaning in, we discovered new opportunities, expanded on what we were doing well and got rid of what wasn’t so good… Overall, we’ve been through lots of internal change over the last 18 months: investing in new verticals, training, D&I, automation, bespoke CRM, new processes & procedures and finally a new brand that really represents who we are and where we’re going. We’ve reimagined what recruitment can be, to support clients and candidates on their journeys.”

• London-based technology recruitment agency UMATR has created a community platform for Scala software engineers, which is the niche it specialises in recruiting. The platform was created to become the place for training material, blogs, jobs, events, industry news, forums, competitions and much more.

2 September 2022

NEW TO THE MARKET: 2 SEPTEMBER 2022

Box Leisure Recruitment has become an accredited associate member of the British Holiday & Home Parks Association. The BH&HPA is established exclusively to serve and represent the interests of the parks industry in the UK. Membership is made up of the vetted suppliers, owners, managers of park home estates, touring, tenting and glamping parks, holiday caravan parks, chalet parks and all types of self-catering accommodation. Manchester-based Box Leisure serves the recruitment needs of clients in leisure and hospitality, including Haven, Warners, Butlins, Park Dean Resorts, Hilton Hotels and Shrigley hall in Cheshire.

• The Get Set Progress internship scheme run by the Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) is set to create 20 roles for blind and partially sighted jobseekers, following on from the recruitment of nine interns earlier in the year. The RNIB is collaborating with TPT to create new opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to find employment through TPT’s internship scheme. TPT and RNIB are now calling for charities in the sight loss sector to get involved.

18 August 2022

NEW TO THE MARKET: 15-19 AUGUST 2022

UK Power Networks has launched a new training programme for 16-18-year-olds from underrepresented backgrounds in South London. Twelve students will partici-pate through youth empowerment charity Urban Synergy and spend a month at the energy firm completing the DREAM programme. The group will work across various departments including asset management, employee engagement, communications and procurement. Upon completion, trainees will be rewarded with certificates and receive further mentorship to boost their job prospects and confidence.

9 August 2022

NEW TO THE MARKET: 8-12 AUGUST 2022

• Midlands recruitment agency Encore Personnel has launched a section on its website for Ukrainian refugees looking for employment in the UK. The recruitment firm has signposted a clear and accessible route to finding, applying for and securing suitable roles across a variety of sectors from logistics to manufacturing.

Encore is providing specific online resources to guide and support Ukrainian jobseekers in their job hunt. Applicants will be guided through the whole experience with expert advice on CV writing, interview advice and preparation, and personalised support on job application forms. The new web resources have been translated into Ukrainian, so refugees urgently in need of work have one less barrier to overcome in their job hunt. Its town centres branches across the region will enable Ukrainian jobseekers to have face-to-face appointments with Encore’s consultants as they search for the right role.

In addition, Encore has also opened a new office in Warrington, Cheshire. It will be led by Rob Price who brings more than 15 years’ experience in the industry to the company.

• Flexible staffing agency GIG has reopened and expanded its Manchester office, which will be led by Tony Carnall who has a background in hospitality. GIG is a staffing agency that allows maximum flexibility for their workers and clients, whilst still being able to offer greater protection compared to others in the gig economy.

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