The way companies hire in 2026 looks very different from even a few years ago. Capital-conscious markets and tighter margins have forced businesses to rethink how they build teams.
What Inclusion Really Looks Like in Recruitment
We have worked with thousands of candidates. We have seen companies talk about inclusion. We have also seen what happens when inclusion is only surface level.
Pawsitive Culture: Are Pet-Friendly Workplaces Really Worth It?
When you picture a modern, happy workplace, you might imagine a dog snoozing under a desk or a cat strolling across a video call. Beyond the smiles, do pet-friendly policies benefit teams and employers?
Fair or Flawed? What Happens When Sales Assistants Earn More Than Their Managers
It is a topic that makes people uncomfortable. Sales executives on the floor close a few big deals and walk away with a bigger bonus than the person managing the entire team. Is that fair? Or is it just how sales works?
UK Labour Market Update: What It Means for Tech and Cybersecurity Hiring
The latest ONS figures (Apr–Jun 2025) paint a mixed picture of the UK job market. While the headline numbers tell one story, the reality for tech and cybersecurity recruitment is more nuanced. Here is what the data means for employers, jobseekers, and anyone involved in hiring.
Show Us the Money: Why Salary Transparency in Job Ads Really Matters
Let’s be honest. When someone clicks on a job advert, what’s the first thing they scan for? It’s not always the company name. It’s not always the job title. It’s the salary.
The Overlooked Risk: Why HR Needs Cybersecurity Knowledge to Hire and Protect Effectively
In many organisations, cybersecurity is seen as the responsibility of IT. But in practice, Human Resources is deeply embedded in some of the most vulnerable processes within a business. These include recruitment, onboarding, data storage, and internal communication. When HR teams don’t understand the core principles of cybersecurity, it can create serious issues. These problems are legal, operational, and reputational.
Trust Is the New Tech: Cybersecurity for Leaders in a Digital World
Trust is now a business asset. And cybersecurity is right at the heart of it. The days of thinking “that’s for IT” are gone. Leaders, this one’s on you.
Agile Security and UK Recruitment: How Scrum Is Reshaping Cyber Talent Strategies
How do we stay ahead of cyber threats when the talent just isn’t there?
The answer? Agile. Not just in project delivery, but in how we hire, train, and retain cybersecurity professionals.
UK Workforce in 2025: Keen People’s Insights on Salaries, Benefits, and Employment Expectations
We work closely with businesses and professionals to stay ahead of employment trends. The UK job market is shifting, with salaries, benefits, and workplace policies redefining how companies attract and retain talent. To remain competitive, organisations must understand what professionals expect and how they can deliver the right employment packages.