UK – Most employees are stressed about money, study finds

The majority, or 70%, of UK employees are stressed about money while 19% are completely satisfied with their compensation, according to a report by software firm Ceridian.

The report explored what UK employees think about their compensation and payroll experiences. It found that 42% of workers describe...

Saudi Arabia – Maharah Human Resources Q1 revenue and profits rise

Saudi Arabia-based recruitment firm Maharah Human Resources reported revenue rose by 13.9% for the first quarter ended 31 March 2019.

The company launched its IPO earlier this year and became the first Middle Eastern staffing firm to become publicly-listed.

Finland – Dovre Group completes acquisition of Tech4Hire

Finland-based project management services firm Dovre Group announced that it completed the acquisition of Norwegian staffing and consultancy group Tech4Hire.

Dovre Group said that all customary closing conditions are now fulfilled and Tech4Hire is consolidated with the Dovre Group and reported as part...

UK – Employer confidence in hiring improves: REC

UK employers’ confidence in making hiring and investment decisions increased by 4% in the quarter ended May from the previous rolling quarter, returning to positive territory at net +1, according to the latest Jobs Outlook from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.

At the same time, the REC’s...

Switzerland – Michael Page Swiss Job Index records 8.6% increase in June

The number of jobs advertised throughout Switzerland increased by 8.6% in June 2019, when compared to June 2018, according to the Michael Page Swiss Job Index. When compared to the previous month, advertised jobs declined by 3.0% over the same period.

The German speaking region, which accounts for 9 out...

UK – Disengaged workforce calls for bespoke training approach, study finds

More than two-thirds, or 69%, of UK workers saying training content is not always exciting or engaging, according to research from City & Guilds Group and Kineo.

This disengagement has not driven them to take learning into their own hands as employees in the UK were amongst the least likely to have...

Ireland – Most workers prefer pay hike over more time off (Irish Independent)

Seven in ten employees in Ireland would prefer a pay rise rather than more time off, reports the Irish Independent, citing data from Korn Ferry Ireland. The data also found that, when staff do take time off, it appears they have problems switching off, with 71% of employees admitting to staying in contact...

Netherlands – Government publishes plans to regulate self-employment, sets new minimum rate

The Dutch government has outlined plans to introduce a minimum rate of €16 an hour for those who are self-employed.

The new plans would take effect from 2021 and are aimed at preventing self-employed people working for such a low amount that they cannot afford to ‘make ends meet’. The rate will...

Spain – Boost in Summer jobs

The Adecco Group Spain forecasts this year's summer campaign will create 1.4 million jobs throughout Spain, an increase of 7.3% compared to the previous year.

The tourism and hospitality sector will be where the bulk of the contracts will be signed. Other sectors such as airport, services, transport and...

UK – Businesses taking longer to fill skilled roles

Half of UK businesses say it takes longer to recruit people now compared with five years ago, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with global job site Indeed.

The research, which surveyed over 1,100 businesses from across the UK, also found that 21% of businesses...