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Positive recruitment news stories (part 2): 🔹Korn Ferry fee revenue up 4% with boost from Executive Search 🔹Norman Broadbent Plc H1 revenue rises 47%, net fee income up 🔹NES Fircroft full-year revenue rises 12.3% 🔹Heidrick & Struggles Q2 2025 +14% revenue YoY, strong profitability 🔹Staffline Recruitment Limited: H1 2025 revenue +8.7% (OP +54%) 🔹Empresaria Group plc returns to NFI growth (+55% CC LFL)

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Spent a brilliant afternoon with Kat Ward and Donal McLaughlin and the Indeed RPO team diving deep into the market, exploring up coming tools and a focus on skills-based hiring - how to do it well, and how to do it effectively. We explored the growing role of AI as an enabler, how data + insights can drive better candidate experiences, and the power of brand in attracting and converting top talent. Candidate Engagement- a couple of standout stats shared; 83% of job seekers research a company before applying. 70% are more likely to apply if the employer actively manages its brand. That’s the opportunity - if it’s managed well - build fans, not just applicants. Candidates behave like consumers: “We don’t buy products we don’t believe in, and we don’t apply to companies that we don’t trust.” We wrapped with a fantastic panel hosted by Donal McLaughlin (including our own Victoria Hyland ) discussing Skills based hiring and how we balance AI and human judgment to deliver better outcomes. A final stat to share: Indeed now collects 320TB of candidate data daily - 15x the size of Netflix’s entire library. Access to data on postings, wages, remote work + AI focused posting is publicly available via the Indeed Hiring Lab: http://Data.indeed.com

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The job market in 2025 is shaping up to be full of changes. With rising living costs, hybrid work becoming the norm, and technology continuing to influence industries, how we work, and how we hire is constantly evolving. The 2025 Salary Guide dives into these shifts, offering valuable insights for both employers and professionals. It’s a resource designed to help you make confident decisions, whether you’re looking to attract and retain top talent or take the next step in your career. Check out the guide here: https://lnkd.in/gGza4hQf #WorkplaceTrends #FutureOfWork #RobertWalters

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Contingent staffing is on the rise—and we all know the buzzword benefits: cost efficiency, flexibility, and access to specialized skills. But if the takeaway is just about technical things like saving money, that's a HUGE missed opportunity. Some of the most successful companies I’ve talked to lately have fully embraced contingent staffing—not just to cut costs, but to bring in fresh ideas and challenge groupthink. One lesser known power of contingent staffing isn’t just saving a few bucks. It’s in adding cognitive and neurodiversity that traditional teams may lack— often because too many companies are obsessed with “culture fit” instead of “culture add” (but I'll save that rant for another day). Companies that see the whole picture aren’t just filling gaps or pinching pennies—they’re using contingent talent to break through stagnation, challenge outdated strategies, and push boundaries. Meanwhile, those stuck on old models are about to get left behind. #ContingentWorkforce #CognitiveDiversity #FutureOfWork #LinkTech

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The Enterprise RPO market is set for interesting times in 2025. There's a lot of buzz about its growth, and there's data to back it up. 🗹 Market Growth: The global RPO market is expected to reach £5 billion this year. This speaks volumes about the increasing demand for specialized recruitment solutions. 🗹 European Expansion: Europe is seeing a significant uptick in RPO adoption. A study from Statista shows the European RPO market will grow by 7% annually. 🗹 Tech Integration: More firms are integrating AI and machine learning to improve recruitment. This isn't just a trend - it's a need. Gartner reports that 50% of large enterprises will use advanced analytics in their recruiting processes by 2025. 🗹 Efficiency and Cost: Companies are always looking for ways to streamline operations and save costs. RPO offers both. According to Deloitte, businesses using RPO services can reduce hiring costs by up to 30%. These figures show that the RPO market is a space to watch in the coming year. Companies looking to scale efficiently will certainly benefit from these trends. Share your thoughts or get in touch to discuss how your business can take advantage of these opportunities. https://biggsolutions.com #RPO #Recruitment #MarketTrends

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Here are 5 key points about RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) 1. Scalability & Flexibility – RPO solutions scale up or down with your hiring needs, ensuring efficiency during peak and low recruitment seasons. 2. Cost Savings – Streamlined processes, better candidate sourcing, and reduced time-to-hire lower overall recruitment costs. 3. Access to Talent & Technology – RPO providers use advanced tools, databases, and networks to deliver top-quality candidates faster. 4. Employer Branding – A strong RPO partner enhances your company’s image, providing candidates with a professional and engaging hiring experience. 5. Focus on Core Business – By outsourcing recruitment, internal teams can focus on strategic business goals while experts handle talent acquisition. #RPO #RecruitmentProcessOutsourcing #TalentAcquisition #HiringSolutions #FutureOfWork #HRTech #RecruitmentStrategy #EmployerBranding #ScalableHiring #FlysoftRPO #Flysoft https://flysofts.com/

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Insightful comments from ManpowerGroup UK's Michael Stull on BBC News this week discussing the importance making hiring easier, not harder, for businesses as they tackle an ongoing talent shortage.

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