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Whitehall recruiting high-level science advisors
A recruitment drive by the Government Office for Science could open doors for independent consultants and academics to influence national policy without giving up their private practice
The UK government is hiring scientific experts to…
Stop wasting pitches: CIPD report reveals UK businesses hiring now
CIPD report hints at hiring trends and best bets for pitches and jobs going into 2026
The UK job market is showing cautious stability this autumn, creating targeted opportunities for freelancers and specialist contractors.
According…
Who’s hiring? Global contractors ideally placed for construction digital wave following major…
Big money is rushing into construction software, and it could serve as a major opportunity for global contractors. Private Equity (PE) firms, including global player KKR, are spending heavily to modernise an industry that has lagged behind…
High stakes haul: Border Force’s £72m bet pays off
The UK's Border Force has been making headlines of late, even attracting the attention of US President Trump during his recent official visit to the UK. But perhaps not the type of headlines you can boast about... until today, when the…
US giants promise jobs and capital, but at what cost?
As the old saying goes, beggars can't be choosers. Hence why the UK government is hailing a fresh wave of US investment, with financial giants including Citi Group, Bank of America, and PayPal committing over £1.25 billion. We take a…
Who’s hiring? These unicorns are
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Many UK-based AI agent companies, particularly those that have reached unicorn status or are on their way, are actively hiring, and not just in the UK. Here are over 300 job openings The Freelance Informer…
AI talent rush: Anthropic’s hiring spree sparks lucrative opportunities for European freelancers
With US AI giants launching an aggressive hiring spree across the UK and Europe, the race for top freelance talent is heating up. But what does this mean for your day rate and future opportunities?
US-based AI company Anthropic has…
UK steel is back in business: What does this mean for contractors?
We look into the UK’s unsettled steel history as a backdrop to this sudden funding surge driven by pressing national priorities from decarbonisation to defence. Which highly skilled roles will be required and how can contractors act now to…
Should temp workers ever have to make financial commitments to get a job?
“Are you a people person who loves a lively atmosphere and thrives on meeting new people and having upbeat conversations? If so, this customer-facing role, where no two days are the same, might be perfect for you.”
This is the teaser…
Government launches £200k+ packages in recruitment drive for scientific advisers
The UK government has launched a recruitment campaign targeting scientific experts for high-profile advisory roles, offering lucrative salaries and the chance to influence policy at the highest levels of government.
Lucrative salary…