It’s no secret – recruitment has become one of the biggest headaches for UK businesses.
And it’s not just about filling roles.
It’s about finding people with the right skills, the right mindset and who actually want to stay.
The talent shortage is real.
From leadership roles to entry-level positions, businesses are competing for a shrinking pool of qualified candidates and salary alone isn’t cutting it.
On top of that, businesses are still grappling with the after-effects of Brexit, changing employee expectations around flexibility and the need to upskill teams faster than ever.
If your recruitment process looks the same as it did three years ago, it’s already outdated.
So what’s the answer?
Stop relying on job ads alone – proactive outreach is essential.
Rethink what you actually need – skills-first hiring is overtaking job titles.
Build your employer brand – people are looking at your culture before they apply.
Speed matters – the best talent won’t wait 3 weeks for an interview.
If you are feeling the pressure with recruitment this year, you are not alone.
But the businesses that evolve how they hire will come out ahead, while everyone else plays catch-up.
