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If the CV is dead, what’s replacing it?

The Freelance Informer Nov 29, 2025

Why personality and behavioural traits are becoming the new indicator of success in contractor recruitment Decades of research reportedly prove that CVs are poor predictors of job performance. In this article, we discover why modern…

New details emerge following news of umbrella collapse owing £2m+

The Freelance Informer Nov 18, 2025

THIS ARTICLE HAS BEEN UPDATED ON 26 NOVEMBER 2025 An umbrella company's administration highlights the major risks that can be inherent in the recruitment supply chain when it comes to payroll credit facilities and upcoming PAYE tax…

Wolverhampton Council and Adecco seal £75m deal to create hundreds of temp jobs

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Jun 3, 2025

City of Wolverhampton Council has finalised a £75 million contract with recruitment giant Adecco, opening the door to hundreds of temporary employment opportunities across the region over the next three years. The authority agreed on…

YunoJuno Freelancer Rates Report 2025: what it reveals about your ability to survive as a freelancer

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Feb 8, 2025

What's interesting about the freelance jobs market right now is this weird situation where companies are laying people off, yet they're also struggling to find people with the right skills. It's a hair-puller for those looking for more…

Age bias: which generation is getting shut out of jobs?

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Jan 2, 2025

Research from Totaljobs paints a concerning picture for job seekers in the UK The study reveals that people from Gen Z (1997-2012) submit an average of 24 job applications before securing a role—twice the number of Gen X (1965-1980) and…

Deloitte stays mum on future contractor hiring strategy as umbrella company sector shake-up looms

The Freelance Informer Dec 26, 2024

With major legislative changes set to rock the umbrella company sector in 2026, why are some advisories and other hiring companies keeping to an umbrella-only contractor policy? Keep on top of your game by joining the thousands…

SEO-whiz shares tips to get noticed by recruiters

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Sep 7, 2024

One freelancer shares their experience of signing up with one of Europe's largest freelance platforms but says the application process can be biased for those not proficient in Search Engine Optimisation The freelance platform Malt, is…

Zero-hours contracts: they should be a choice, not an ultimatum finds report

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Aug 19, 2024

Hiring managers remain undecided as to whether the Labour government’s proposal to ban zero-hours contracts is a good thing for business, the economy and workers. That’s because every business and worker have a unique situation and salary…

Candidate conversion content: is this the secret sauce behind Steven Bartlett’s investment in…

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Jul 16, 2024

Dragon's Den Star Steven Bartlett Invests in Recruitment Disruptor Chapter 2: Is This the Future of Hiring? Chapter 2, a recruitment firm launched by Leo Harrison, a consulting strategist and the former global COO of ad and marketing…

Why this town ranks No. 1 for International Freelancers

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Jun 26, 2020

“We long for the days when we’ll enjoy a live show, clink our glasses, and gather around a bowl of queso together…” These are the words that welcome visitors to the Visit Austin website. These words are to remind the local Texans and…