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Accurate salary benchmarking for employers has never been more important. Across Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, businesses relying on outdated labour market data are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain the right talent, as salary expectations, candidate priorities and statutory pay requirements continue to evolve. The UK labour market has…

As 2025 draws to a close, many businesses are asking the same question: what’s next for the UK labour market? To help you prepare, we’ve compiled our expert UK employment market predictions 2026, analysing economic indicators, hiring trends, vacancy levels, jobseeker supply and the impact of AI on recruitment. Here’s…

What Is the Employment Rights Bill and Why You Should Care The UK government’s Employment Rights Bill, first introduced to Parliament on 10 October 2024, represents one of the most significant overhauls of employment law in a generation. As part of its “Plan to Make Work Pay,” the Bill is…

Hiring the wrong person can cost your business more than just salary. It can lead to wasted training, lost productivity, damaged team morale, and the cost of recruiting all over again. In fact, according to the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), a poor hire at mid-manager level with a salary…

According to ONS data for early to mid 2025, the UK as a whole faces a cooling jobs market. Vacancies have fallen by about 7.2 % in Q2 (April–June 2025), down to approximately 727,000 nationally, marking the 36th consecutive quarterly decline. This is also 16.5 % lower than a year ago, and 8.6 %…

The UK job market has shifted dramatically in recent years.  While the overall unemployment rate sits at 4.5%, a closer look reveals significant variations across different segments of the population. Of particular concern is the growing number of young people aged 18-24 who are struggling to find work since the…

The April 2025 changes to employers' National Insurance contributions have added new pressures to an already challenging UK jobs market.  Businesses now face higher costs when hiring staff, but how exactly has this affected recruitment patterns, and what does it mean for jobseekers? What Changed in April 2025? The key…

National Living Wage: A Game Changer for Recruitment and Employment in the UK? Introduction At Plus One Recruitment, we’ve seen first hand the challenges that candidates and employers face in an ever-evolving economic landscape. One of the most significant shifts we’ve seen in recent years is the regular annual increases…

🎉 We are delighted to announce that we are celebrating a very special birthday! 🎂 Plus One Recruitment is 20 years old this month, having opened in Banbury on 1st March 2005. What began as a small operation in the heart of Banbury, has grown into a trusted partner for…

The integration of recruitment automation is a serious topic of discussion among HR professionals and business leaders.  As companies face mounting pressure to fill positions efficiently while maintaining quality hires, many are considering AI solutions.  But does AI truly belong in your hiring process?  Benefits of Recruitment Automation AI tools…

The job market has shifted dramatically in recent years, with companies adapting their hiring methods and job seekers needing to adjust their approach.  Whether starting your career or changing the current one, understanding what employers want in 2025 can make your job search more effective. We have added some helpful…

As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the key developments that shaped 2024’s job market. Throughout this article, we’ll be taking a closer look at what’s happening in the UK job market today, exploring the challenges faced by both employers and candidates and…