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ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey – Q2 2024
17 days ago by Daniel StackUK Employment Outlook for Q2 2024 (April – June) is +23%, indicating cautious optimismBoth defensive and offensive hiring strategies are evident as managers adopt chess-like workforce planning tactics by backfilling roles due to employee departures (39%) versus actively creating new positions (36%) going into the next quarterSmall organisations demonstrate greatest appetite ...
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World of Work Outlook for Women in 2024
21 days ago by Daniel StackAlthough women are increasing their global economic power and entering the workforce in greater numbers, true gender parity is still far from a reality. In 2023, for every 100 men promoted from entry level to manager, just 87 women were promoted. Coupled with the fact that they often desire more flexibility than leaders are willing to give, 60% of women are considering leav...
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ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey – Q4 2023
7 months ago by Daniel StackUK employers indicate hiring confidence remains positive for every sector in the fourth quarter 2023, with a slight decrease of two percentage-points since last quarter to +27%, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey (MEOS).MEOS is based on responses from 2,030 UK employers and asks if they intend to hire additional workers, maintain current headcoun...
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ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey – Q2 2023
about 1 year ago by Daniel StackUK employers report a buoyant labour market with the Net Employment Outlook rising to +21%, up two percentage-points since last quarter and down ten percentage-points on Q2 2022.In the context of record low unemployment and a historically tight labour market, employers continue to struggle to attract skilled talent, and in demand workers can’t find employers that fit their ...
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The Brook Street Finance Jobs Report – 2023
about 1 year ago by Daniel StackIn one of the toughest hiring markets since records began, UK businesses must rethink their total employer offer to attract and retain top finance talent.Even though hiring intentions have begun to cool, falling 5% to +19% from Q4 2022 to Q1 2023, the demand for skilled talent, especially those with high digital-fluency and in sectors such as IT, Tech and Finance, remai...
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The New Human Age
about 1 year ago by Daniel StackWe believe we are embarking on a New Human Age — a time where people are utilising technology and digital tools to enhance human connections, be more productive, and live more meaningful lives. In our latest report, The New Human Age Workforce Trend Report, we explore the workforce trends that are accelerating The New Human Age and key insights impacting talent demands and ...
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ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey – Q1 2023
about 1 year ago by Daniel StackIn the context of high inflation and an economic downturn, UK employers have signalled they are determined to keep hiring in the New Year with the Net Employment Outlook remaining positive at +19% for Q1 2023. The ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey is based on responses from 2,030 UK employers and asks if they intend to hire additional workers, maintain current head...
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WEBINAR: UK Jobs Outlook: Q4 2022 - How to turn a positive experience for employees into a positive experience for your organisation
over 1 year ago by Daniel StackWhilst hiring confidence remains positive across all sectors, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey (MEOS) for Q4, new candidates are faced with less bargaining power as employers prioritise retaining their existing workforce.The focus is now shifting to existing employees. Fair wages and stability will always be important, but they are increasing...
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What Workers Want: From Surviving to Thriving
over 1 year ago by Daniel StackWhat does it mean to thrive at work? According to today’s workforce, it means being empowered to grow, nurturing mental fitness and physical well-being, finding meaning and purpose in their work, and defining success for themselves. The world of work has irrevocably changed; the seismic shifts caused by the pandemic have accelerated trends that have been building for som...