Demand For Workers High

official labour market data confirms the trends that business surveys have been suggesting for some time. Demand for workers is still higher than pre-pandemic, which according to many recruiters combines with candidate shortages to make hiring workers a challenge. At Jaxdene we are busier than ever due to our candidate strategy being stronger than our competitions - We have the candidates you need and CV response is currently within 48 hours. However, slower economic performance and high inflation is starting to slow this trend, but it has not reversed. High inflation and a tight labour market have also fed into higher pay for existing and new staff, a challenge to companies who are facing rising costs across the board. This also affects the hirer as counter offers are at an all time high, and if not managed correctly can mean you have to start over. At an unpredictable time, it is also no surprise to see firms dipping into the UK’s world-leading temporary work market for short-term access to key skills.

“For businesses, this report confirms the need to keep investing in getting hiring right because even in a slower economy we are likely to still have a tight labour market. Working with a professional recruitment partner is an essential part of that. Let us help you discover a wider plan for long-term growth and workforce sustainability.”

For more information contact Richard Smith on 01354 572255