Effective Candidate Shortlisting: Balancing Scale, Speed, and the Human Touch
🚀 The Challenge of Scale in Modern Recruitment The digital age has brought an unprecedented volume of applications for every job posting. While this breadth is excellent for talent sourcing, it presents a significant hurdle: how do hiring professionals efficiently sift through hundreds – sometimes thousands – of resumes while ensuring no stellar candidate is […]
February Labour Market Report
The latest data from the ONS and HMRC paints a picture of a cooling yet complex labour market. As your recruitment partner, we’ve broken down the key trends to help you navigate the current landscape, whether you are looking to hire or looking for your next move. For Our Clients: Navigating a Cooling Market The […]
Eliminating Discrimination and Unconscious Bias
Navigating the Law: Your Ethical Recruitment Partner. In the UK there are a number of labour laws that companies must adhere to, including: The Equality Act (2010) Data Protection Act Employment Rights Act Agency Workers Regulations 2010 The Health and Safety at Work Act Whilst keeping on top of all these rules and regulations can […]
January Labour Market Report
The latest data for the UK labour market (covering September to November and provisional December 2025) indicates a continued cooling trend, marked by a steady contraction in payrolled employees and a stable but elevated unemployment rate of 5.1%. While vacancies showed a marginal uptick, the overarching sentiment remains one of business caution and a focus […]
The Ghosting Phenomenon: Why people disappear…
The ghosting phenomenon: Why people disappear… The term “ghosting,” typically associated with romantic relationships, has firmly entered the professional world. It describes the abrupt end to communication during the hiring process, and both employers and candidates are guilty of it. This phenomenon goes beyond emotional rejection; it carries significant consequences for the efficiency and integrity […]
Why is Impact outside of Northamptonshire?
Enjoy the convenience of working with Impact even if your business spans multiple sectors and locations. One partner, many locations Choosing one trusted recruitment partner for all the roles is a great way to bring consistency and efficiency to your recruitment experiences. It’s not just easier – it’s more personal. Building a recruitment agency partnership […]
Labour Market Report – November 2025
The latest data for the UK labour market (covering July to September and provisional October 2025) indicates a continued cooling trend. This is primarily evidenced by a fall in payrolled employees, a rise in the unemployment rate to 5.0%, and only a small increase in job vacancies, suggesting a stable but cautious hiring environment. As […]
Labour Market Report – October 2025
The October 2025 Labour Market Report for the UK indicates a continued cooling of the labour market, primarily driven by a sustained decline in payrolled employees, rising unemployment, and a falling number of vacancies. While the overall employment rate is stable and real-terms earnings are growing modestly, strong nominal wage growth is still observed, highlighting […]
Labour Market Report – August 2025
As your local recruitment specialist, we pride ourselves on providing you with up to date market knowledge. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new position or a business navigating recruitment, here is an overview of the latest data and what it means for you. The August 2025 Labour Market Report indicates a continued […]
Labour Market Report – July 2025
The July 2025 Labour Market Report indicates a continued cooling of the labour market, primarily driven by a persistent decline in payrolled employees, rising unemployment, and falling vacancies. While the overall employment rate shows a modest increase, strong nominal wage growth is also observed. Caution is advised when interpreting certain data points, particularly Labour […]
