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.
When Job Offers Turn Into Scams: The June 2025 WhatsApp Fake Recruiter Attack and Why It Matters
Cybersecurity isn’t just a concern for IT teams anymore. Sometimes, the threat is deeply personal.
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.
Navigating the Impact of National Insurance Increases on the UK Tech Sector
The UK tech sector is adjusting to a new cost factor in 2025. It’s not AI or talent shortages this time, but a rise in National Insurance contributions. This change is reshaping both how companies hire and how professionals view their earnings.
How Education Shapes Your Labour Market Success
In a competitive job market, understanding the link between education and career progression can transform how you attract and develop talent. Our latest data-driven analysis reveals clear steps on the ladder of employability, earnings and promotion speed and shows why savvy employers use these insights to design hiring and upskilling strategies that really work.
Data Driven Strategies for the Modern Recruiter
Recruitment today is about more than just filling vacancies, it’s about finding people who connect with your values and culture. Precision and empathy now drive hiring success.
Rethinking Overqualified Candidates: Are We Missing Out on Top Talent?
Hiring managers often hesitate when they see an overqualified candidate applying for a role. The assumption? They’ll be bored, expect too much, or leave as soon as a better offer comes along. But what if we’re looking at it all wrong?