Green Skills The transition to a low-carbon economy dominates the global agenda, and its impact on employment cannot be overstated. In this paper, we explore the importance of green skills, the UK’s relative strengths and weaknesses, and the impact of the transition on the economy and labour market. We address the key challenges, and provide recommendations for cultivating a resilient, sustainable, and future-proof workforce. Read More
In times of uncertainty, it’s vital to inform your decision-making with the latest market insight. The Labour Market Outlook combines salary data from salary.com, economic analysis from Oxford Economics, and insight from Adecco experts on the ground. This snapshot of the UK labour market aims to help you better understand the current landscape, and we hope the analysis and data provided will help inform your workforce strategy and hiring plans.
September 2023 September’s labour market update highlights the emerging paradox within the UK’s employment landscape; record levels of pay growth signal fierce hiring competition, whilst unemployment levels are rising at the fastest rate seen outside of a recession. Read more...
August 2023 Despite an increased talent pool, this quarter's hiring movement remained slow, skewing towards temporary roles as economic uncertainty contines. Read more...
July 2023 Emerging shifts in the UK labour market contribute to a diverse landscape impacting both employers and job seekers as we move into the second half of 2023. Read more...
June 2023 Following persistent talent shortages, candidate availability has risen for the past three months. Our June Labour Market Outlook explains what the upswing means for your region and sector, with definitive analysis of hiring activity, skills gaps, and employment trends. Read more...
May 2023 Tight conditions may be turning a corner as economically inactive people return to the labour market, easing competition for candidates. Learn how to capitalise on changing market conditions in this month’s report. Read more...
April 2023 Confidence and hiring activity have been boosted, but businesses still face a labour shortage and fierce competition. Read our recap of Q1 recruitment activity and forecast of things to come. Read more...
September 2023 September’s labour market update highlights the emerging paradox within the UK’s employment landscape; record levels of pay growth signal fierce hiring competition, whilst unemployment levels are rising at the fastest rate seen outside of a recession. Read more...
August 2023 Despite an increased talent pool, this quarter's hiring movement remained slow, skewing towards temporary roles as economic uncertainty contines. Read more...
July 2023 Emerging shifts in the UK labour market contribute to a diverse landscape impacting both employers and job seekers as we move into the second half of 2023. Read more...
June 2023 Following persistent talent shortages, candidate availability has risen for the past three months. Our June Labour Market Outlook explains what the upswing means for your region and sector, with definitive analysis of hiring activity, skills gaps, and employment trends. Read more...
May 2023 Tight conditions may be turning a corner as economically inactive people return to the labour market, easing competition for candidates. Learn how to capitalise on changing market conditions in this month’s report. Read more...
April 2023 Confidence and hiring activity have been boosted, but businesses still face a labour shortage and fierce competition. Read our recap of Q1 recruitment activity and forecast of things to come. Read more...
Adecco Skills Series Your gateway to insights on in-demand skills in the UK job market. Uncover the challenges and opportunities for employers in key areas, gain a competitive edge, and stay ahead of the evolving workforce landscape.
Learn how UK policymakers and businesses can take practical steps to producing a sustainable workforce. Read more...
Public sector employers are struggling to source qualified candidates. Adecco's latest research provides strategies for tackling critical public sector skills gaps Read more...