How are accountant vacancies faring amidst the challenging times in England and Wales’ broader economy? What are the leading sectors and roles? Which regions have the highest activity, and which firms are the busiest? Download our new report to find out.
Written in partnership with Morgan McKinley, this report analyses the recruitment of accountant professionals within different sectors in England and Wales. It observes the trends of the annual and monthly totals, compares the skills in demand, a regional breakdown of recruitment, and the hiring activity of top firms.
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Scotland – UK Regional Labour Market Trends, August 2024
In the first seven months of 2024, Scotland recorded 12,766 professional vacancies, which accounted for 5.3% of the UK’s total of 226,708 vacancies. Scotland’s job market has seen a modest year-on-year increase of 0.5%, significantly lagging behind the UK’s national average growth of 2.5%.
London – UK Real Estate Labour Market Trends, Summer 2024
The first half of 2024 has demonstrated market resilience despite ongoing economic challenges. While sectors like banking and real estate face pressures from new government policies and global uncertainties, strategic adjustments are evident.
London – UK Finance Labour Market Trends Report, August 2024
The banking sector continued its slump in 2024, with vacancies down 3% compared to last year. However, recent analysis suggests UK securities are undervalued, and with a new government, the sector might rebound – July has shown record performance. Tax has been a key focus for hiring, especially with Labour’s tax-raising agenda. As a result, tax roles have performed strongly, making the upcoming Autumn budget particularly significant.
