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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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1 March 2021
Transport & logistics, Creative/Digital/Media, Executive search, IT/Telecoms

NEW TO THE MARKET: 1-5 MARCH 2021

• Executive search agency Rise at Seven, with offices in South Yorkshire and London, has announced plans to expand to the US with the launch of a new office. The recruiter has registered in the state of Illinois and plans to open a new office in Chicago later this year. Rise at Seven specialises in SEO, content, digital PR and creative services.

• Global digital recruitment agency Salt has opened a new office in Amsterdam to enable it to better serve its international client base. The Amsterdam office is Salt’s 13th location.

• Global executive search and leadership firm The Amrop Partnership has launched a global shipping practice. With eight consultants based in major shipping hubs across the world, the practice will bring together an experienced team of shipping experts. The practice will be headed by Christian Reich and Peter Poulsen from Amrop’s Copenhagen office and Thomas Hofer from Amrop in Singapore.

22 February 2021
Creative/Digital/Media, Legal, IT/Telecoms

NEW TO THE MARKET: 22-26 FEBRUARY 2021

• APSCo has launched a new Trusted Partner status to replace its Affiliate Membership for service providers to the recruitment sector. While affiliate members have always had to provide references to gain acceptance into the trade body (with umbrella companies having to pass a separate compliance audit), APSCo has now introduced a new level of annual due diligence to actively demonstrate to recruitment firms that APSCo Trusted Partners are best in class and service providers that can be relied on.

• Recruitment and selection firm Meraki Talent has opened a new Manchester office, focusing on legal recruitment, adding to its established offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. The new team will consist of qualified solicitors and now consultants James Mills and Joanna Robert.

• Sellick Partnership is expanding its service offering with the launch of a stand-alone ICT & digital technology specialism. Working across the public and private sectors, the new division will be led by principal consultant Adam Burgess and initially focus on roles in the North-East.

15 February 2021
Education, Industrial/Manufacturing, IT/Telecoms, Apprentices/Grads/School leavers

NEW TO THE MARKET: 15-19 FEBRUARY 2021

• APSCo is launching the new course in its flagship Fast Track CMI Leadership Programme. The next open programme starts with Stepping into First Line Management on the 2/3 March 2021, which can also be delivered as a tailored company programme. APSCo says it is an ideal course for new and existing team leaders and managers, giving them the resources needed to “build their management toolkit, learning how to effectively communicate and engage their team, balance priorities and build a winning team mentality”.

• Freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace Freelancer.com has launched a competition, challenging freelancers to make a video that showcases their work, to mark 50 million users worldwide. There’s $5k (£3.6k) up for grabs in the contest where winning videos can be seen across the site and seen by potentially millions.

• IronmongeryDirect launched a competition during last week’s National Apprenticeship Week (8-14 February), pledging a prize of £5k to a trades business looking to hire an apprentice. The competition closes on 31 March.

• US-based Kelly Education is launching virtual and in-person tutoring services in schools, to help both students and teachers address the loss of nearly a year of learning. Kelly Education, with its established presence inside schools across 42 states, will closely partner with teachers to ensure tutoring meets individual student’s needs, focusing on core academic areas such as maths, science, reading and language arts.

• Recruitment technology innovator Rectec is launching a range of “revolutionary comparison services”, according to the company, to help recruiters make smarter, more informed decisions about the software they use. Rectec’s online tool supports employers and staffing agencies to help identify the right recruitment technologies for their needs.

10 February 2021
Education, Engineering, Construction & property, Industrial/Manufacturing, IT/Telecoms, Healthcare/Medical

MCG Group goes international in South Africa

Operating in South Africa from Umhlanga, Durban North (pictured), the MCG Group has appointed Brett Duncan as director and shareholder of that business. Duncan has his own recruitment business in South Africa and, according to a company statement, has been “instrumental” in working closely with the UK-based board to “ensure solid governance of the business on the ground”. 

Marc Feder was hired as country manager to lead the business from start-up and to set up the new office. 

Opening the South Africa office has brought an additional eight team members to MCG Group, with the company planning to grow that number to 12 by the end of March.

Formerly known as McGinley Group and rebranded at the end of last year, MCG Group operates in aerospace, construction, education, healthcare and technology.

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