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12 June 2025
Creative/Digital/Media, IT/Telecoms

NEW TO THE MARKET: 9-13 JUNE 2025

• Lattice has announced its next generation of AI agent functionalities aimed at streamlining HR operations and improving workplace productivity. Key updates include voice input for hands-free interaction, automated 1:1 meeting summaries, and a dashboard delivering proactive management insights. A new ‘Coach’ feature offers real-time guidance to managers and employees, while expanded integrations bring the AI Agent into tools like Slack and Microsoft Teams. Overlaying these new functions, Lattice’s new AI Agent Platform allows companies to build their own agents. Employees will be able to create their own AI agents that can be customised to their data, roles and systems.

• IT blog makethehire.com has launched to explore and share insights on how tech is shaping the recruitment world – from applicant tracking systems and AI tools to sourcing automation and candidate experience platforms.

4 June 2025
Oil & gas/Energy, Life sciences

Green energy firm aims to bring skilled jobs to Kent

Hydrogen TE (UK) is seeking planning permission from Kent County Council to build the UK’s first waste-to-hydrogen base at a 10-acre site in Manston, near Ramsgate. The project aims to convert household and commercial waste into clean hydrogen, significantly cutting landfill and carbon emissions.

According to a report from news site BDaily, bosses say the jobs would include skilled and graduate roles, alongside a training centre to foster local talent. The hydrogen produced will supply commercial heavy vehicle fleets and waste management operations, helping meet UK net-zero targets.

Michael Engsted, Hydrogen TE managing director, says: “This area of Kent has seen a huge depletion in jobs over the past few decades, which has forced many skilled workers and graduates to relocate.

“We are determined to help revitalise the local community by giving talented individuals a reason for staying here. We are committed to prioritising local recruitment for positions including finance, engineering and science.”

According to BDaily, the company also has plans to expand with a second plant near Newport, Wales. Joint MD Jeremy Parkin adds: “We are keen to establish the standard for plants like this, which will one day become a familiar sight across the UK.”

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27 May 2025
Creative/Digital/Media, Industrial/Manufacturing

NEW TO THE MARKET: 27-30 MAY 2025

• Aston University has announced a new initiative, guaranteeing all full-time master’s students a professional internship as part of their studies. Launching in September 2025, the Postgraduate Guaranteed Internship Scheme will be available to students enrolled in MSc, MA and MBA programmes at both the Birmingham and London campuses.

This scheme is designed to enhance employability by providing high-quality industry placements lasting between one and six months. These internships may be conducted in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid format, and will be facilitated through Aston’s global network of employers. The initiative is available to both UK and international students.

• Worcestershire-based Four Squared Recruitment has launched its new Recruitment Academy, a strategic initiative aimed at developing early careers and entry-level talent. The Academy supports new entrants with structured training, mentorship, and hands-on experience to prepare them for the demands of a competitive job market. Three new team members have also joined Four Squared as a result of the programme. The initiative helps close the gap between emerging candidates and evolving industry needs.

• Gi Group UK, part of global company Gi Group Holding, is strengthening its position in the recruitment and HR sector by delivering forklift and material handling equipment (MHE) training. With warehouse operative roles in high demand across the UK, the company provides essential upskilling opportunities to meet the growing needs of the logistics sector. The MHE training programme supports up to three candidates daily and is RTITB-approved, ensuring high standards of safety, compliance and operational efficiency.

• Technology recruitment provider itris has launched itris X, a cloud-based CRM and applicant tracking system (ATS) built specifically for recruitment agencies and staffing professionals. The new platform is designed to streamline the entire talent acquisition process with a focus on automation, scalability, and ease of use. itris X addresses core operational challenges in recruitment by offering AI-powered automation to reduce repetitive tasks, advanced reporting tools for performance insights, and personalised candidate communication features. The system is accessible across devices and integrates with a wide range of recruitment tools and platforms. Key features include lead and marketing management, user-friendly design and comprehensive customer support. itris X is scalable for use by both small agencies and large global firms, maintaining performance and usability regardless of company size.

• ManpowerGroup has launched the Work Intelligence Lab, a new global initiative designed to help employers and workers understand and adapt to the impact of AI on jobs and skills. With over half of employers (53%) already using AI in hiring and onboarding, the Lab provides real-time insights into how automation is transforming the labour market. The Lab leverages Manpower Group’s workforce data, drawn from millions of placements over 70 countries, and integrates real-time hiring trends, employer demand and worker sentiment. It aims to give organisations clearer visibility into emerging skill requirements, role changes and workforce dynamics.

27 May 2025
Oil & gas/Energy, Engineering

Energy recruitment firm launches in Aberdeen

Founded by Alan Golightly (pictured), an experienced recruitment professional with more than 27 years in the industry, the company targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) requiring tailored support for complex hiring needs. 

The firm provides permanent recruitment solutions for technical and engineering roles, as well as short-term internal recruitment assistance to help businesses manage hiring fluctuations without increasing fixed costs. Agilient also offers custom recruitment strategies that align with clients’ specific values and growth plans.

Golightly previously worked for, among other oil & gas recruiters, NES Fircroft, and launches Agilient from global energy recruiter Simpson Booth.

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28 July 2021
Public sector, Executive search, IT/Telecoms

NEW TO THE MARKET: 26-30 JULY 2021

• Competex Pro, a payroll umbrella company for senior independent professionals, has announced that it has achieved approved provider status under the Professional Passport accreditation for payroll umbrella companies. The Professional Passport accreditation demonstrates the high standards that companies adhere to across all their processes, policies and procedures. It shows that Competex Pro is fit for purpose, complies with current government legislation, and adapts to legislative changes.

• Investigo Consulting, part of recruitment company Investigo Group, has relaunched as Definia. Definia offers tailored services to “transform and future proof businesses” in the public and private sectors. It deploys teams of subject matter experts to help its clients deliver business initiatives, adopt new technology and bring about transformation. Investigo says the rebrand will “emphasise its own unique identity in the group’s suite of businesses”.

20 July 2021
IT/Telecoms

Hays relaunches IT business as Hays Technology

The Hays Technology brand will operate globally, and has launched in Australia and New Zealand so far.

Since 2008, the Hays IT business has grown from being Hays’ third-largest specialism, generating around 14% of group net fees, to its largest specialism, with annual fees of a quarter of £1bn, a company statement said.

James Milligan heads the company’s global technology business. He is based in Ireland.

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19 July 2021
Sales, Oil & gas/Energy, Life sciences, Engineering, Construction & property, Executive search, Industrial/Manufacturing, IT/Telecoms, Accounting/Finance

NEW TO THE MARKET: 19-23 JULY 2021

• Birmingham-based energy recruitment agency Consult Energy has launched a new clean energy division. Extending its services for energy companies in emerging markets, such as clean energy, renewable energy, sustainability and EV, Kevin Tyler and Ashley Pitt will lead this new service for the energy recruitment firm.

• Red Diamond Executive Headhunters has launched a new middle market recruitment company called Red Diamond Recruitment. The new company will operate from its head office in Huddersfield alongside the headhunting business, with clients in sectors including manufacturing, accounting, aviation, construction, pharmaceuticals, electronic products and the beauty industry.

• Global recruitment firm Spencer Ogden has opened a new office in Taiwan. The recruitment firm has been working with clients in Taiwan for four years remotely, with demand for recruitment solutions to support clean energy – and offshore wind leading much of the resourcing needs.

• TheJobApp has launched to “change the temporary recruitment industry in the UK”, according to a company statement. The app will be available from mid-July and support businesses by sourcing workers quickly and effectively, allowing them to manage their staff requirements, while offering shift workers a chance to be paid immediately after their shift has ended.

15 July 2021
Sales, Industrial/Manufacturing, IT/Telecoms, Hospitality/Leisure, Apprentices/Grads/School leavers

NEW TO THE MARKET: 12-16 JULY 2021

• Budweiser Brewing Group is recruiting for 25 roles in the UK throughout its commercial teams, in addition to six apprentices. The available positions range from key account managers to tech sales managers. Other roles include trade marketing executives, as well as various regional field sales positions around the UK.

Budweiser’s six apprentice drinks technician vacancies are within its drinks dispense team. Apprentices will take part in a 12-18-month course to achieve their Level 3 Drinks Dispense qualification.

• Fuze, a cloud-based communications provider, has launched Fuze for Recruiting, a new tailored solution for recruiting agencies and corporate recruiting teams. Fuze for Recruiting enables organisations to address the needs of recruiting professionals by introducing two new packages – Fuze for Recruiting Essentials and Fuze for Recruiting Contact Center.

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