One of my most accurate predictions we made about recruitment trends in 2024 was the rise of “realignment” – the shift back towards more office-based work environments. While many embraced remote work initially, 2025 might see this trend gain even more momentum, driven by a surprising force: big business. Data-Driven Decisions from Big Business What’s
In my Q3 insight report I talked about a talent landscape that was beginning to thaw, however, in light of the huge tax grab that that was recently rolled out, we may not quite be out of the woods yet. With a bit of luck, Rachel Reeves will take heed of the backlash and adjust
Ella joined Signature in December 2024 and is looking forward to aiding sales candidates find their perfect role within the FMCG industry. Ella says: “I really wanted this role as I love making a change to other people’s lives, more specifically, through their career and well-being. Helping people makes me happy, and it seems that
Hiring the right person is always a challenge, but with the latest changes to employment laws, small businesses need to be more diligent than ever during the recruitment process. In an era where compliance is key, it’s essential to not only find a candidate with the right skills but also ensure they’re a good cultural
In today’s rapidly changing legal landscape, it’s more important than ever for managers and senior staff to be well-informed about employment laws. With the introduction of new regulations around unfair dismissal, flexible working, and workplace protections against harassment, ensuring that your leadership team understands and complies with these changes is essential for minimizing legal risks
For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups, staying updated on the ever-evolving landscape of employment legislation is crucial to avoiding legal risks. Without an in-house HR team, it can feel overwhelming to keep track of new laws and regulations. However, proactive steps can help you stay informed, ensure compliance, and protect your business from
In my Q3 Market Insight Report, I outlined the period of growth and relative stability that we’ve experienced throughout 2024. Whether that continues into 2025 is the million-dollar question though. Apologies if I’m telling you something you already know, but recent changes to employment law and the budget announcements have heaped billions in additional costs
In a significant shift for UK employment law, the Labour Government is introducing a series of important changes that will impact businesses across the country. while these changes aim to improve worker protections, they also present new challenges – particularly for small businesses without dedicated HR teams. As a business owner or senior manager, it’s
Hi, I’m Seb, Apprentice Business Administrator. I joined Signature in September 2024 and it’s my first full time job since leaving full time education. I wanted to do a Business Admin apprenticeship to consume knowledge for the future, especially in a small business as I think I will gain more all-round knowledge than if I
All reports suggest that the talent landscape is beginning to thaw. This is because despite the number of permanent vacancies still dropping, in the last data released it had fallen by its smallest amount in 14 months. Of course, due to the way the data is collected there is always a bit of a lag
