Small fall in permanent placements highlights tightness of Scottish Job Market

The latest Bank of Scotland Labour Market Report showed a slight fall in permanent staff placements in May

The latest Bank of Scotland Labour Market Report showed a slight fall in permanent staff placements in May, as recruiters struggled to find suitably qualified staff. However, temporary billings increased over the month as employers looked to meet demand for staff through other channels. Underlying demand for employees continued to increase, contributing to further increases in pay rates.

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