Recruitment Smarts #1171

April 1, 2025

A Note from the Editor

We talk a lot about candidate control – but what about client control?
This week’s LinkedIn poll digs into what’s frustrating recruiters most about client-side behaviour right now.
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Straight off the back of The Recruitment Agency Expo, Louise is heading to the TEAM conference this Friday.
They kick off the day with Vanessa Raath talking about Recruitment in the AI Era, head into multiple focussed breakout rooms and then wrap up the agenda with Martine Wright MBE sharing her thoughts on High-Level Performance and Mindset. If you’re going along, make sure you say hello to Louise.

Essential Funding Options for Recruitment Agencies
In recruitment, managing cash flow is vital, especially with client payment delays. Knowing the differences between invoice finance and business loans is key, as both impact your agency’s financial stability. This article explores how they compare and how to leverage them for growth.
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The End of “Hiring” As We Know It? Welcome to the AI-Driven Talent Marketplace
Today’s recruitment model is mostly event-based: a role opens, and we search for talent. However, this no longer aligns with the dynamic, project-based nature of modern work. Skills needs shift quickly, demand fluctuates, and hiring must keep pace. This article looks at how.
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Essential Tech for Recruitment Agencies
When launching a recruitment agency, it’s clear that the right software is essential for streamlining processes and boosting efficiency. From front-end tools to back-end solutions – the options are vast. This blog covers five essential technologies for recruitment agencies.
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Hiring Harder Than Ever? Three Quarters of Employers Struggle to Find Quality Candidates
New research from Indeed highlights a UK job market disconnect: 74% of employers struggle with a lack of quality candidates, while 64% of jobseekers find it hard to find quality roles.
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