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Private equity firms scramble for top data talent
The world of private equity is seeing a surge in demand for data specialists, according to a report by PER People, a recruitment agency specialising in the private equity sector. This trend presents significant opportunities for…
Russian cyberattacks on Germany spur intensified cyber recruitment and training
Cybersecurity Talent Gap: Businesses Must Upskill or Get Hacked
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The United Kingdom joined its allies on the 3rd of May in condemning a series of cyberattacks attributed to Russian intelligence services.…
Top in-demand careers and skills for freelancers
A study analysed search trends and job listings to identify the UK's most in-demand skills and careers for 2024. With some roles facing less competition than others, choosing the right upskilling path is crucial.
While the findings can…
Could part-time STEM freelancers be the answer to the UK teaching recruitment crisis ?
Seasoned professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields have long been eyed as potential saviours of the teacher shortage. With their expertise and real-world experience, they represent a desirable talent…
Britain is on the brink of a biscuit crisis. Don’t let it crumble your freelance business
OPINION
For a freelancer, a good day is like a perfectly golden digestive biscuit – light, satisfying, and fuels your hustle. But here in the UK, thanks to the weather's penchant for precipitation, biscuit supplies, and by extension,…
The freelancer pay model is outdated – is this the alternative?
Jon Williams, founder of Liberty Guild, has sparked a conversation within the advertising industry about how we value creative talent. But The Freelance Informer believes this topic of conversation should be discussed among all freelancers…
Rising transport costs have made in-person meetings a luxury for freelancers
Freelancers across the UK are facing a growing dilemma: meet clients in person and eat into their profits with soaring public transport costs or forgo the potential benefits of face-to-face interaction and rely solely on video…
Italy: the digital nomad visa we’ve been waiting for
Italy is offering a digital nomad visa specifically designed for remote workers, following a trend popularised by other European nations. Many freelancers have been waiting for Italy's digital nomad visa programme to launch. But what are…
Competition among Spain’s freelancers heats up
The European freelance market is experiencing a mixed bag of emotions, with Spain showing a significant drop in freelancer confidence due to increased fees and fierce competition among freelance talent, according to a new report by…
Aumenta la competencia entre autónomos en España
El mercado freelance europeo se encuentra en un estado de transformación, con diferentes países experimentando tendencias contrastantes. En España, preocupa la caída significativa en la confianza de los autónomos, que contrasta con el…