REC response to ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey

Responding to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Chief Executive Neil Carberry said:

“The glimmers of hope in today’s Manpower employment outlook are there, but faint. Recent anecdotes from our recruiters about a stabilising job market and latent demand for hiring that hasn’t yet launched can be seen in this data. But it’s clear that firms remain very cautious, awaiting the full impact of the Autumn Budget changes and concerned about the costs of the Employment Rights Bill. In this uncertain period, it is crucial for employers to strengthen their partnership with professional recruitment partners, focused on attracting, retaining, and maximising the potential of their workforce. Building relationships beyond just the hiring phase will help recruiters better understand your business, ensuring you are poised to reap the rewards when the market starts to move.”

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