Vacancysoft Market Update: 2021, What Next?
As we approached the end of what has been a frenetic year 2021, with recruiters challenged in unique ways never seen before, the big question was: What next?
In this 20 minute presentation (recorded on Nov 18, 2021) we will give you a snapshot of the latest recruitment trends we are seeing emerging, both by regional area and across the key industries of the knowledge economy so you know how best to organise resources in your business.
James Chaplin, Vacancysoft CEO is presenting, where attendees had the opportunity to both network with each other, using the highly innovative REMO platform, and ask questions about the presentation directly, where after the main presentation, we will have plenty of time to respond to the issues you consider to be most important.
Download our Year in Review Magazine 2021 edition below!
In our annual magazine 2021 edition you will find a full review of the hiring activities across key sectors of the UK economy over the past year. The magazine covers trends seen in Britain’s tech, life sciences, law, finance, real estate and insurance industries.
North – UK Regional Labour Market Trends, October 2025
This report analyses professional hiring trends across Northern England as the regional market enters a recovery phase, with vacancies up 6.9% year on year. It highlights how construction, retail, and digital transformation are driving renewed growth in the North East, North West, and Yorkshire, while banking remains under pressure amid sector consolidation.
Clinical – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, October 2025
This report examines Europe’s clinical research labour market as it stabilises following a turbulent 2024, with overall hiring projected to rise modestly by 0.4%. It explores how CROs and biotech firms are driving recovery, supported by regulatory clarity and renewed investor confidence, while pharmaceutical companies adopt a more selective, efficiency-focused hiring approach.
C&I – UK Legal Labour Market Trends, October 2025
This report explores the revival of Britain’s Commerce and Industry labour market, with finance vacancies forecast to rise 9.2% in 2025 — the strongest expansion in three years. It highlights how easing inflation, regional investment, and rising demand for tech and tax expertise are reshaping hiring across the UK’s key business hubs.
South – UK Regional Labour Market Trends, September 2025
This report explores labour market trends across the South of England in 2025, led by 8.5% growth in marketing roles and strong hiring in retail, consumer goods, and engineering. It highlights how leading employers such as Balfour Beatty and the University of Oxford are driving regional expansion through investment in infrastructure and innovation.
Banking – UK Legal Labour Market Trends, September 2025
This report analyses banking law hiring trends in 2025, examining how the Leeds Reforms and wider regulatory changes are reshaping demand across firms and financial institutions. It highlights the surge in in-house counsel recruitment, regional expansion beyond London, and the growing influence of AI and compliance on legal workforce planning.
Drug Safety – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, August 2025
This report explores how pharma innovation, AI-led R&D, and regional investment are sustaining scientific hiring in Switzerland’s life sciences sector in 2025.
Banking – UK Finance Labour Market Trends Report, September 2025
The UK banking sector is set for an 11% rise in vacancies in 2025, led by London with 15% growth. AI-driven IT and operations roles are powering demand, while regional hubs like Glasgow and Belfast are seeing the fastest expansion. The report highlights how digital transformation is reshaping hiring strategies across the industry.
London – UK Regional Labour Market Trends, July 2025
Professional vacancies in London are set to grow by 6% in 2025, reinforcing the capital’s role as the UK’s employment hub. IT, banking, and sales are the main drivers of demand, while the technology and consumer goods sectors see the fastest growth. Hiring strategies remain mixed, with firms like Capgemini and J.P. Morgan expanding, while others scale back.
Insurtech – UK Tech Labour Market Trends Report, July 2025
The report highlights how digital transformation is reshaping UK insurtech hiring, with IT roles rising sharply even as overall vacancies decline. It explores regional shifts, evolving skill needs, and how insurers are investing in data, delivery, and infrastructure to build a more agile, tech-driven workforce.
Switzerland – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, June 2025
This report explores how pharma innovation, AI-led R&D, and regional investment are sustaining scientific hiring in Switzerland’s life sciences sector in 2025.
