Talent Trends January 2025 Industry And Hiring Insights
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  • Author:by Dena Hyett
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Talent Trends Report - January 2025

​Unlock the latest talent trends for your businessStay ahead of the competition with insights from our latest Talent Trends report. Discover how contract and temporary staff can fill critical talent gaps, optimise costs, and reduce hiring risks, all while meeting your business needs.Key takeaways from this month's report:Permanent vacancies on the decline: Vacancy rates for permanent positions continue to fall at an accelerated pace.Pay rises at a four-month high: Salaries are increasing at the fastest rate we've seen in the past four months.Increased candidate availability: A surge in available talent gives you more options for filling positions quickly.Read the Full Report NowWant to learn more or discuss how these trends affect your hiring strategy? Get in touch today - We’d be happy to help you navigate these changes and find the right talent for your team.

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​Unlock the latest talent trends for your business

Stay ahead of the competition with insights from our latest Talent Trends report. Discover how contract and temporary staff can fill critical talent gaps, optimise costs, and reduce hiring risks, all while meeting your business needs.

Key takeaways from this month's report:

  • Permanent vacancies on the decline: Vacancy rates for permanent positions continue to fall at an accelerated pace.

  • Pay rises at a four-month high: Salaries are increasing at the fastest rate we've seen in the past four months.

  • Increased candidate availability: A surge in available talent gives you more options for filling positions quickly.

Read the Full Report Now

Want to learn more or discuss how these trends affect your hiring strategy? Get in touch today - We’d be happy to help you navigate these changes and find the right talent for your team.

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