Legal sector job vacancies in the UK have dropped by 10% in 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, as political instability and rapid technological change drive a more cautious approach to hiring across law firms and legal departments.
Discover key takeaways from our latest Finance Forum, including how easing market volatility, UK–US trade developments, and shifting economic trends are shaping London’s financial services and labour market.
Fintech hiring is surging in 2025, with job vacancies expected to rise by up to 50% despite a slowdown in venture funding. Growth is driven by expanding commercial teams and increased demand for risk and compliance roles amid stricter FCA regulations.
Since Brexit, around 10% of UK banking assets and 40,000 jobs have shifted to EU hubs like Paris, Dublin, and Warsaw, as the EU excluded financial services from the trade deal to maximise economic pressure.
Following the April 2nd “Liberation Day” announcement, financial markets plunged as the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Brent crude dropped over 10%, while gold prices soared to record highs amid rising volatility and a weakening U.S. dollar.
AI is the buzzword everywhere, and while more people are becoming familiar with how it can support them, questions remain about its long-term impact on jobs and industry.
