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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South – UK Regional Labour Market Trends, September 2024
With the Labour Party now in power, its policy framework is expected to drive significant changes in the economy and labour market. The construction industry is preparing for a housebuilding effort on a scale not seen in decades. In other sectors, the focus is on how business-friendly the new government will be.
London – UK Insurance Labour Market Trends, September 2024
Lloyd’s of London’s recent report highlights the most favourable underwriting conditions in over a decade, signalling a significant upturn in the insurance market. Profits have surged from £3.9bn in the first half of 2023 to £4.9bn in the same period of 2024, reflecting robust market growth. This positive trend has been mirrored in London’s job market, with insurance vacancies increasing by 6.6% this year.
Engineering – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, September 2024
The UK pharmaceuticals sector is recovering from its post-pandemic slowdown, with a focus on addressing the backlog of drug approvals by the MHRA. As approvals accelerate, pharmaceutical manufacturing is ramping up, contributing to an 8.8% increase in engineering vacancies in 2024 compared to last year.
