The demand for top-tier professionals in sales and marketing jobs is projected to reach new heights this year. For recruiters, this presents a prime opportunity to tap into an expanding talent pool while responding to the evolving demands of global industries. From analytical marketing specialists to highly adaptable sales experts, these roles are redefining the way businesses connect with customers. Read the rest of this entry »

The chemical process industry is undergoing a complex transformation in 2025, shaped by innovation, sustainability demands, and shifting global dynamics. For independent recruiters, staying ahead of these changes is essential to capitalize on burgeoning opportunities. Here’s a closer look at the hiring landscape, highlighting key trends, challenges, and actionable strategies for success. Read the rest of this entry »

Third-party recruiters have a pivotal role to play in 2025, as hiring demand surges across accounting, finance, banking, and financial services. Insights from the Robert Half 2025 Salary Guide and Robert Walters 2025 Hiring Guide for Banking and Financial Services reveal a shifting global landscape shaped by technological growth, sustainability priorities, and workforce dynamics. Within this evolving framework, recruiters can tap into unparalleled recruitment opportunities in accounting and finance by understanding the trends and challenges driving the market. Read the rest of this entry »

The skilled trades shortage is often seen as a challenge confined to labor-focused industries like construction or manufacturing, but its impact reaches much further. This workforce gap has profound consequences for hiring in professional sectors such as engineering, energy management, and construction planning. With a lack of tradespeople to execute foundational work, projects stall, creating ripple effects that disrupt recruitment efforts for high-level positions.

By understanding the interconnectedness of skilled trades and professional roles, recruiters can help businesses address these challenges and minimize bottlenecks in the hiring process. Read the rest of this entry »

The 2025 healthcare hiring outlook is set to experience robust growth, providing ample opportunities for third-party recruiters to connect qualified candidates with high-demand roles. Data from Deloitte and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) paints a promising picture for the healthcare sector, highlighting its resilience and adaptability in a rapidly evolving environment. Here’s what recruiters should know to stay ahead in their efforts to meet the growing demands of this critical industry. Read the rest of this entry »

The 2025 technology hiring outlook reveals a recruitment landscape ripe with opportunity yet fraught with rapid change. Insights from Deloitte and Forbes highlight strong growth in tech hiring, driven primarily by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and escalating cybersecurity needs. Both fields are not just reshaping industries but also demanding a renewed focus on talent acquisition strategies. For recruiters, staying ahead means understanding these dynamics and adapting their approaches to better align with market realities. Read the rest of this entry »

As we move into 2025, the automotive industry sits at a fascinating crossroads—one shaped by rapid technological advancement, shifting consumer preferences, and global economic pressures. For automotive industry recruiters, these trends and challenges present opportunities to connect top talent with organizations navigating this transformation. Here’s a breakdown of what lies ahead in the hiring landscape for this critical sector. Read the rest of this entry »

Manpower Group has released its quarterly Employment Outlook Survey for Q1 2025. The net hiring outlook, which is the difference between employers planning to hire in the upcoming quarter (41%) and employers planning to cut headcount (16%), is 25%. This is the same as the previous quarter and slight decline (-1%) compared to the same quarter last year. The stability is a welcome sign and many members of our recruitment network are already seeing signs of more robust activity moving into the new year. Read the rest of this entry »

For more than 60 years, Manpower Group has conducted its quarterly hiring outlook survey. This is the largest survey of its kind, soliciting date from more than 40,000 employers in 42 countries. The net hiring outlook is the difference between employers planning to increase hiring and those anticipating a decrease. For the upcoming quarter, 41% of surveyed employers anticipate increased payroll, while 16% anticipate a decline. This represents a net hiring outlook of 25%, a modest increase of 3 percentage points from the previous quarter, but a decline of 5 percentage points compared to last year. Some of the key takeaways include: Read the rest of this entry »