Perm Placements Are Down Across the Midlands. So Why Is This Our Busiest Spring Since 2022?
The regional headlines might look cautious, but at Impact Recruitment, we’re telling a very different story. The latest KPMG and REC UK Report on Jobs for the Midlands (March 2026) makes for mixed reading at first glance. Permanent placements fell at their sharpest rate in five months, and the Midlands recorded the steepest decline of […]
The Real Cost of Rising Wages: What Northamptonshire Logistics Employers Need to Know
The National Living Wage has risen nearly £4 since April 2020. But behind that headline figure lies a more complicated story about compression, retention, and the true cost of keeping pace. 14th April 2025 At a recent Northamptonshire Logistics Forum, Matthew Hospon, our Operations Manager shared findings on what rapidly rising National Living Wage (NLW) […]
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 […]
