Trends shaping the 2025 United Kingdom market
people2people presents the UK Market Update live stream on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Instagram, delivering expert insights into the United Kingdom's employment landscape. Hosted by experienced industry professionals and featuring guest experts, these sessions provide a thorough breakdown of the latest recruitment trends, labour market dynamics, and talent acquisition strategies across the UK.
Whether you're a job seeker exploring new career opportunities or an employer striving to attract top talent, our UK Market Update offers valuable advice, real-time market insights, and a spotlight on hot job roles. Stay ahead in 2025 by gaining a competitive edge with the latest updates and expert-led discussions tailored to the unique challenges of the UK job market.
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The art of attracting top talent in a competitive market
This week, Hannah sits down with Maddy Laing, Senior Recruitment Consultant, from our people2people London office, to explore what’s shaping the talent landscape in 2025, share practical tips for employers to find and keep great staff, and highlight the risks of failing to attract the right talent in an increasingly competitive market.
Soft Skills vs. Degrees: What Matters for Hiring?
This week, Liz sits down with Recruitment Manager, Hannah Slee from people2people UK, to explore whether there’s a hiring shift toward soft skills over degrees, uncover what skills are becoming the most valuable in today’s job market, and discuss why adapting to these evolving hiring trends is key to long-term success for both job seekers and employers in 2024 and beyond
How to build high-performing teams and reduce turnover
This week, Liz sits down with Maddy Laing, Senior Recruitment Consultant at people2people UK, to discuss how businesses can build and retain high-performing teams in 2025. They explore the key factors driving employee turnover, uncover the most effective retention strategies, and highlight how leaders can foster engagement and productivity in a competitive job market.
Structuring your portfolio: What you need to know
This week, Hannah sits down with Maddy Laing, Senior Recruitment Consultant at people2people UK, to discuss the importance of structuring a portfolio for job applications, how to showcase your best work effectively, the key role a well-designed portfolio plays in securing your next job, and the common mistakes that could be holding yours back.
Top tips to ace your design job interview in 2025
This week, our people2people UK experts will discuss how to ace your interior design job interview. From perfecting your portfolio and tackling design challenges to mastering key interview questions and client relations, they’ll share tips to help you stand out and land the role.
Winning Talent in Architecture: What does & doesn't work
This week, Hannah sits down with Maddy Laing, Senior Recruitment Consultant at people2people UK, to dive into the challenges and strategies of hiring top talent in the London architectural market. They’ll explore what’s working—and what’s not—when it comes to recruitment, including key mistakes firms are making, the evolving expectations of today’s architects, and what leading studios are doing differently to retain their teams.
In-demand design skills employers want
This week, our team will discuss the top design skills employers are looking for, the creative abilities that can boost your chances in the job market, and what can help you stand out most in your design career.
EOFY Hiring Trends and Workforce Planning Tips
This week, our people2people UK team unpack critical hiring trends and workforce planning insights as the financial year winds down. They will explore what businesses should be doing right now to optimize teams, reduce risk, and set themselves up for success in the new fiscal cycle.
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UK vs. NZ: Talent Predictions for 2025
This week, Liz is joined by Principal Consultant and Chairman, Mark Smith, to compare the workforce trends and challenges facing the UK and New Zealand, and discuss how shifting market dynamics, evolving job roles, and economic conditions continue to impact the hiring and talent landscape going into 2025 In this week's United Kingdom Market Update, we also cover: • How much has the world of work evolved since 2000?
Challenges of a Four-Generation Workforce
This week, Hannah takes a look at a conversation between NSW Managing Director, Catherine Kennedy, and Marketing Manager, Remi Marcelin, to discuss the challenges of a four-generation workforce, exploring key differences in retention, management, and work preferences that employers need to be aware of heading into 2025.
The Benefits of Employee Longevity for Business Success!
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between NZ Managing Director Shannon Barlow and Recruitment Consultant Scott Bannister, to learn more about the benefits that employee longevity has on your business success, as well as some of the drawbacks of shorter staff tenure in your organisation.
2024: The year for career transitions. Is now the right time for a new job?
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and Western Sydney Consultant Marissa Varudo to learn more about the latest labour market trends that are shaping the talent landscape across Australia, and if now is the best time to begin your job search.
Navigating labour market trends and forecasting the year ahead
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between Queensland Managing Director Ben Wheeler, and APAC economist at Indeed Callam Pickering, to learn more about the latest labour market developments and trends shaping the talent landscape, and what challenges may lie ahead for both job seekers and employers.
Simplify your early childhood staffing needs with P2P Education
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between NSW Managing Director Catherine Kennedy is joined by Team Leader jaDE McNamara to discuss how P2P Education can help simplify your early childhood education staffing needs and provide the best staff available for your centres.
Investing in your inclusive progress #IWD
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and Accounting and Finance Manager Kirsten Garrett to learn more about discuss the importance of celebrating International Women's Day, and what investing in women and accelerating the progress means in 2024.
Finding your dream job in Australia and New Zealand
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and Recruitment Consultant Shabham Shaukt to learn more about discuss how to register for our upcoming Working Holiday Webinar, Finding a job in Australia and how working holiday makers can overcome common challenges when getting ready to settle down in Australia to find their dream job.
The vital role of employee retention in the UK Job Market
This week, Liz is joined by Recruitment Consultant Aalia Sipos to learn more about discuss the importance of employee retention in your business, and why employers should make it essential to focus on retaining their top talent in 2024.
Tips for effective remote team leadership and collaboration
Liz is joined by Recruitment Manager Hannah Scanlan to discuss why it is vital for leaders to effectively collaborate and manage their teams while working remotely, and provide some key insights into how to achieve this successfully in 2024.
Attracting & Retaining Top Talent in 2024
This week, we take a look back at a discussion by Liz & Accounting & Finance Senior Consultant, Anthony Ross, about attracting & retaining top talent in 2024.
Top Emerging Workplace Trends to Watch Out for in 2024
This week, Liz is joined by Senior Recruitment Consultant Maddy Laing to learn more about what trends are helping shape the talent landscape in the United Kingdom, and how it will impact jobseekers and employers in 2024.
When is the right time to commence my job search?
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between NZ Managing Director Shannon Barlow and NZ Temporary and Contract Services Consultant Esha Nischol to learn more about what recent employment trends influenced the market in quarter 1 of 2024, and when employers and job seekers should initiate hiring and job searches once again.
Business environmental accountability with CarbonInvoice
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between Temporary and Contract Team Leader Mary Savova and CarbonInvoice CEO and Founder Carlos Chambers to learn more about the importance of businesses taking 'seriously simple carbon action', what 2024 looks like for CarbonInvoice, and how businesses can join the positive business movement towards a more sustainable future.
2024 Employment and Salary Trends Report
This week, Hannah is joined by Recruitment Consultant Aalia Sipos to discuss the release of people2people's latest 2024 Employment and Salary Trends Report, and how it can help your team delve into the future of recruitment, job seekers' expectations and company culture alongside the latest labour market trends to ensure you make the right decisions in 2024.
What impact does the rising cost of living have on the talent landscape?
This week, Aalia takes a look back at a discussion between NZ Managing Director Shannon Barlow and Permanent & Contract Services Recruitment Consultant Manish Ravikumar, to learn more about how the rising cost of living is shaping the talent landscape for 2024, and the impact it is having on jobseekers looking for their next career oppournitity, and hiring managers wanting to build their team.
How are videos changing the recruitment journey? Insights with Video My Job
This week, Liz takes a look at recent a discussion between Accounting and Finance Manager Kirsten Garrett and Founder and CEO of VideoMyJob, David Macciocca, to discuss how Video My Job has become the world's fastest-growing employer brand and recruitment marketing start-up, and how videos are changing the recruitment journey.
Navigate your career from the field to the boardroom with Infront Sports
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between Victoria Managing Director Erin Devlin and Recruitment Consultant Luke Murchie, to learn more about how Infront Sports is the premier partner in connecting exceptional talent with top-tier opportunities in the sports industry, and how it could help your career transition into your dream job 'infront' of the game.
What matters most to job seekers in 2024?
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between NZ Managing Director Shannon Barlow and Senior Consultant Jess Botha, to learn more about what job seekers and employees are saying matters most in 2024, and how it can impact your talent retention strategies moving forward.
Emojis in the workplace - thumbs up or thumbs down?
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between Queensland Managing Director Ben Wheeler and Head of HR Solutions Suhini Wijayasinghe, to learn more about if it is acceptable to send emojis in the workplace, and why a generational gap can lead to misinterpretation and office disputes.
Reviewing top employment and market trends shaping 2024!
This week, Liz will take a look back at some of the leading industry trends and insights we have talked about from the first half of 2024, and how they have impacted the talent landscape across the United Kingdom.
Meeting expectations of Gen Z in the workplace
This week, Liz is joined by Aalia Sipos, to discuss the potential challenges employers face when hiring Gen Z candidates.
A Deep Dive into 2024’s Top Employment and Market Trends
This week, Liz will take a look back at some of the leading industry trends and insights we have talked about from the first half of 2024, and how they have impacted the talent landscape across the United Kingdom.
The importance on ensuring a graceful resignation!
This week Liz is joined by Aalia Sipos to discuss how to resign from your job with grace and professionalism, and the importance of not burning bridges through your departure. Don't miss people2people's Live United Kingdom Employment and Market Update.
Addressing your career gaps in job interviews!
This week, Liz is joined by Senior Consultant Maddy Laing to discuss the importance of being transparent whilst addressing your career gaps throughout your job search, and how to highlight your strengths to potential employers.
Overcoming stagnation and revitalizing your career
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between Victoria Managing Director Erin Devlin and Permanent Recruitment Consultant Matthew Galler, to learn more about how to overcome career stagnation, and the importance of utilising strategies to drive your career forward.
Resume hacks to showcase your experience honestly.
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between Western Sydney Branch Manager Mark Green and Supply Chain Management Consultant Girolamo Cristofaro, to learn more about how to craft a standout resume to catch the attention of hiring mangers and accurately reflect your skills and experience, without distorting the facts.
Top HR trends and priorities for 2024 across the UK.
This week, Liz takes a look back at a discussion between Queensland Managing Director Ben Wheeler and Specialist Recruitment Manager Leanne Lazarus, to breakdown the top trends and priorities included in the recent release of our Q3 HR Insights and Trends Report, and discuss what it means for the talent and hiring landscape across the United Kingdom.
Proactive Strategies to Land Your Dream Job.
This week, Hannah takes a look back at one of Maddy Laing's "job search tips" where she discusses proactive strategies for navigating the job market, including tailoring your CV, practicing interview questions, enhancing your online presence and being proactive with your communication.
Do's and don'ts when asking for a salary review
This week, Hannah is joined by Maddy Laing to discuss some hot tips on how to ask for a salary review, and the do's and don'ts of salary negotiations.
Showcasing leading market and job trends of 2024
This week, Hannah reviews the leading market and career trends that have impacted the United Kingdom’s talent and hiring landscape throughout 2024 so far, looking back at conversations featuring Managing Director Liz Jones, Senior Consultant Maddy Laing, and Specialist Recruitment Consultant Aalia Sipos.
Evolving mental health in today's workplace
This week, Liz takes a look at a conversation between NSW Managing Director, Catherine Kennedy, and Recruitment Consultant, Shavneel Narayan, to discuss the evolving landscape of mental health in the workplace and the profound impact of fostering open, positive conversations on employee well-being.
Employers vs employees: The battle for WFH flexibility
This week, Liz takes a look at a conversation between NZ Managing Director, Shannon Barlow, and Recruitment Consultant, Kirsty Henegan, to discuss the ongoing conflict between employers and employees over the 'right' for remote work flexibility, and the potential long-term impacts a push for a full-time return to the office can have on a business.
Working from Home: Employee Right or Earned Privilege?
This week, Hannah takes a look at a conversation between Senior Recruitment Consultant, Katarina Mali, and Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Esha Nischol, to discuss the recent push to force staff back into the office, and how the growing tension between managers and employees could potentially impact your business heading into 2025.
Employment benefits and perks
This week Hannah is joined by Recruitment Consultant Aalia Sipos to discuss what makes a great benefit and what makes a great perk and what the difference is!
Dos and Don'ts for your Work Christmas Party!
This week, Liz is joined by Recruitment Manager Hannah Scanlan to discuss the do's and don'ts when celebrating at your end of year work Christmas party, and how to ensure you stay professional.
How to make your job application stand out!
This week, Hannah is joined by Recruitment Consultant, Aalia Sipos to share essential tips on how to make your job application stand out in the UK's competitive labour market.
Work Secret Santa Gifts - Dos and Don'ts
This week, Liz is joined by Hannah Scanlan, our UK Recruitment Manager, to explore the Dos and Don'ts of Secret Santa gifts for the workplace.
What 2024 trends will shape the 2025 talent landscape?
This week, Hannah is joined by Aalia Sipos to explore the defining employment and labour market trends of 2024, highlight the industries poised to drive business confidence in 2025, and discuss what lies ahead for the hiring and talent landscape in the year to come.
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What are job seekers looking for in 2023?
This week, Mark Smith is joined by Recruitment Expert Leanne Lazarus to discuss what job seekers are looking for when applying for new roles in 2023.
Common counteroffer mistakes
This week, Hannah takes a look back at a conversation between Mark Smith and recruitment expert Arabella Favetti to discuss the common mistakes employers are making when onboarding new employees, and how they can rectify these errors to retain staff longer.
How To Ask For A Salary Increase
This week, Hannah is joined by Maddy from the P2P UK team to discuss how to best ask for your next salary increase as the end of year is fast approaching.
Get prepared for your end-of-year salary review
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and Permanent Specialist Recruitment Team Leader Krystal Spittal to learn more about how you can get prepared for your end-of-year salary review, and be ready heading into 2024.
What to expect from a Working Holiday in the UK
This week, Liz is joined by people2people Group Managing Director Mark Smith to discuss what job seekers coming over to the UK on a working holiday can expect, and how we can help them find the job they love upon arrival.
Kickstarting your working holiday
Join United Kingdom Managing Director Liz Jones for the latest insights into the employment and job seeker markets. Explore our hot jobs across the United Kingdom as well as some exciting opportunities abroad in New Zealand and Australia.
Benefits of working over the holiday season
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and Temporary and Contract Services Consultant Demi Aitken to learn more about the benefits of working over the end-of-year break, and how people2people can help you find your next dream job.
Setting a work life balance
This week we talk a look back at a discussion between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and people2people expert Josephine Ting on how to establish a healthy work-life balance in 2023.
How to ask for a pay rise in 2023
This week, we are joined by Recruitment Expert Rachel Adams to discuss the hot topic of salary increases, and how to approach the dreaded conversation of asking for a pay rise.
Introduction to people2people United Kingdom
For the first time, P2P Live United Kingdom broadcasts this Thursday 16th February 2023 at 10.00 PM GMT. Join Group Managing Director Mark Smith for the latest insights into the employment and job seeker markets. Explore our hot jobs across the United Kingdom as well as some exciting opportunities abroad in New Zealand and Australia.
Job Seeker Trends in 2023
This week, Mark Smith is joined by Branch Manager Liz Punshon and Senior Recruitment Consultant Jessica Hickey to discuss job seeker trends in 2023.
Is a permanent job the right move?
This week, Mark is joined by Recruitment Expert Jessica Bales to discuss if going into a permanent job in this market is a good career move in 2023.
Top Career Tips for 2023
This week, we will take a look back at some Top Career Tips for 2023 with Krystal Spittal and Mark Smith, and how they can help you find a job you love.
How a working holiday can benefit your career in 2023
Join Group Managing Director Mark Smith for the latest insights into the employment and job seeker markets. Explore our hot jobs across the United Kingdom as well as some exciting opportunities abroad in New Zealand and Australia.
Counteroffer management
This week, Mark is joined by our P2P Recruitment Expert Thomas Alexander to discuss counteroffers, and some hot tips employees can utilise when faced with one upon resigning.
Celebrating International Womens Day
This week, we asked some of our consultants in Melbourne what #EmbraceEquity means to them and how it has impacted their careers with people2people.
Insights into Working holidays in 2023
This week, Mark is joined by Recruitment Expert Mary Savova to discuss if 2023 is the right year for a working holiday.
What has changed in the legal market in 2023?
This week, we will take a look back at what has changed in the legal market in 2023 with Kalinda Campbell and Catherine Kennedy, and how they can help you find a job you love.
Introducing CarbonInvoice
This week, Liz takes a look back at a conversation between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and Carlos Chambers to discuss our new partnership with CarbonInvoiceâ„¢, and why people2people decided to join the Positive Business movement towards a more sustainable future.
Taking the next step of your career in Brisbane
This week, Hannah takes a look back at a conversation between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and recruitment expert Renagi to discuss people2people’s upcoming talent webinar, Taking the next step of your career in Brisbane, and you can register for this event.
Overcoming micromanagement
This week, Liz takes a look at a conversation between recruitment expert Renagi Ingram and Group Managing Director Mark Smith to discuss the hot topic of micromanagement, and how business leaders can stamp out this toxic habit in the workplace.
The work-from-home debate
This week, Hannah takes a look back at a recent Channel 9 interview with people2people NSW Managing Director Catherine Kennedy, discussing the hot topic of working from home and how to get staff back into the office.
The perils of remote working
This week, Liz takes a look back at a recent conversation between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and recruitment expert Jessica O'Brien who discussed the perils of remote working, and how it can impact the workplace.
The downsides of overusing A.I.
This week, Liz looks back at a conversation between Mark Smith and Renagi Ingram to discuss the increase in reliance upon AI and automation in recruitment, and how overusing can lead to some downsides.
How to prevent your team from becoming burnt out
This week, Liz takes a look back at a conversation between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and recruitment expert Juma Mrisho to discuss the dangers facing staff getting burnout towards the end of 2023, and how employers can help prevent this from occurring.
Salary Reviews: A Guide for Employers
This week, Liz talks a look back at a discussion between NZ Managing Director Shannon Barlow and Recruitment Consultant Emma Pottinger to learn more about how you ensure you get your teams salary reviews right the first time, and retain top talent heading into 2024.
The benefits of hiring temporary help over the end of year
This week, Maddy takes a look back at a conversation between NZ Managing Director Shannon Barlow and Shavneel Narayan to discuss the benefits of hiring a temporary set of hands to help combat the end-of-year rush, and how they could help you be staffed up.
Building towards a sustainable future
This week, Liz takes a look back at a conversation between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and recruitment expert Liam Sharples to discuss how employers can transform their businesses towards a more sustainable future, and why it can benefit their recruitment process.
The downsides of overworking
This week, Liz looks back at a conversation between Recruitment Experts Mary Savova and Rianna Mannering to discuss the downsides of overworking.
Overcomming common market challenges
This week, Liz takes a look back at a recent conversation between NSW Managing Director Catherine Kennedy and Recruitment Expert Marissa Varudo to discuss the most common challenges in the market right now, and how jobseekers can overcome them to get the job they want.
The workplace flexibility conflict
This week, Liz takes a look back at a recent conversation between Group Managing Director Mark Smith and recruitment expert Kalissa New, where they discussed the hot topic of the 'workplace flexibility conflict', and how it affects both job seekers and hiring managers.
Bringing people back to the office
This week, we take a look back at Group Managing Director Mark Smith's discussion with recruitment Expert Mihilea Line to look at how employers can bring people back to the office.
What benefits are jobseekers looking for?
This week, Mark is joined by Recruitment Expert Joanna Middleton to discuss the most in-demand benefits that job seekers are looking for in 2023.
The benefits of AI in the workplace
This week, we take a look back at Catherine Kennedy and Recruitment Expert Renagi Ingram's discussion about the recent rise in popularity of A.
The importance of job security in 2023
In this week's recruitment flashback, Mark is joined by Sharna Bryant to discuss the importance of job security in 2023, and how job seekers should keep this in mind.
Preventing staff burnout
This week, we will take a look back at Mark Smith and Juma Mrisho's discussion about the recent rise in burnout, and what steps employers can take to help prevent their staff from experiencing it.
Improving productivity in 2023
This week, Mark is joined by recruitment expert Demi Aitken to discuss how to combat procrastination and some great tips to improve productivity at work in 2023.
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