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Research undertaken by Jonathan Lee Contract Recruitment suggests that while those earlier in their career still opt for permanent roles, a greater number of more experienced specialists are opting for contract work where they have greater flexibility in work content and can build a career portfolio of interesting projects and roles.

Skillsoft, the global leader in corporate learning, today announced that a survey of 152 Learning and Development (L&D) professionals revealed a lack of understanding and preparation for digital transformation.

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Public spending in the UK is expected to reach more than £3 trillion* over the next four years (the course of the current parliament) in areas such as transport, health, education and defence, according to the organisers of the Public Sector Show 2018.

One of the careers which has struggled most to break free from the tradition of white middle-aged men is train-driving. Just 6% of train drivers in the UK are female, 5% are from ethnic minority backgrounds; only 10% are under 35.

The Job Board Summit is a two-day event that is designed for the job board industry. It takes place twice a year and brings together a community of industry leaders and the best speakers in the world of job boards.

Study of emerging apprenticeships finds a demand for digital talent and soft skills in a variety of industries

Managers at smaller businesses throughout England are embracing apprenticeships, with nine out of ten saying they have boosted productivity within their business, according to a new study by AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians)

John Lewis is the best retailer to work for in the UK, according to data released today by the world’s largest job site Indeed.

Aon Employee Benefits, the UK health and benefits business of Aon plc (NYSE:AON), has said that its Benefits and Trends Survey 2018 showed 41% of employers are unaware of the implications of the Optional Remuneration Arrangements (OPRA) which are coming into force on 6 April

The Institute of Student Employers has revealed the speaker line-up for its annual Student Development Conference.

With many of the nation’s key sectors witnessing above average salary growth last month

We hope you've had a great recruitment season with lots of offers made even earlier than usual.

Written by Conor McArdle, Content Executive at Brighter Business

Four in ten UK businesses are reporting increasing difficulty in holding onto staff, in the aftermath of the EU Referendum, with 40% of companies saying turnover has increased since June 2016, according to a new employment and skills study1 from London First and Lloyds Banking Group.