There's been a lot of talk recently about the lack of entry-level jobs in specific industries. Radio One ran a feature about entry-level jobs in gaming during August. Thousands of young people are taking up a degree-level qualification only to find 30 (yes, thirty) jobs being available on the open market that Radio One could find. Shocking.  Technology, Finance, Consulting and Media are the top four industries where decline is noticeable. AI and automation are cited as the root cause of this decline. By contrast, some sectors such as engineering, frontline roles, healthcare, and green economy/sustainability continue to have high demand for entry-level workers. Here are our top ten tips should you find yourself in this situation....

The current market requires a different approach - one that's based on reality rather than wishful thinking. Whether you're hiring or considering a move, success comes down to being flexible, realistic about expectations, and working with people who'll tell you the truth. That's exactly what we do, so pick up the phone and have that conversation.

The recruitment landscape has shifted considerably with AI becoming more integrated into hiring processes over the past year. I have placed thousands of candidates throughout my career, and I want to share some straight talk about what this means for your job search.

The recruitment industry has seen significant shifts with AI tools becoming more prevalent over the past 12 months. The changes are substantial, if not revolutionary. It’s not exactly "robots taking over" (yet!), the reality is more nuanced and practical

The employment landscape has shifted considerably this April, introducing significant considerations for businesses across the UK. The changes will affect how you hire, who you hire, and what it costs to bring talent into your business.

Getting yourself some strong professional references is a major part of your job search strategy that many candidates overlook until the last minute. Properly managed references can make all the difference in landing that perfect role. Here are some hints and tips to help you:

I've been chatting with many of you about your hiring experiences recently, and thought I'd share what we're seeing in the job market across Dorset, Hampshire and the UK. It's quite a mixed picture right now.

I've seen and reviewed many thousands of CVs throughout my time as a recruiter. I often see gaps and talk to worried candidates about them. But, those gaps in your employment history aren't the deal-breakers you might think they are.

After more than 35 years of placing candidates across Dorset and Hampshire, here are the things that genuinely make a difference right now:

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The Future of Jobs white paper outlines key insights for the UK recruitment sector. The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has just released its latest white paper examining the future of recruitment, and I wanted to share the key findings with you. The research provides valuable insights into how our industry is evolving and, more importantly, what this means for businesses in today's complex job market.

Here are 10 top tips for candidates considering changing jobs in the UK job market in 2025: Thinking about changing jobs in 2025? You're not alone. The job market is fast-moving, driven by new technology and changing ways of working. Companies are competing hard for talented people, while job seekers face more complex choices about their next move.