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ManpowerGroup reports US hiring intentions are holding steady

December 10, 2024

Still, the findings in the latest Employment Outlook Survey are more nuanced when you dig down into the data.

Staffing firm builds solar power farms and more

December 10, 2024

The marketing/creative staffing supplier is now carbon negative as it works to help the environment and meet client demand.

Staffing hours reflect Thanksgiving time off: SIA | Bullhorn Staffing Indicator

December 10, 2024

Staffing hours fell in the week ended Nov. 30, Thanksgiving week, but the year-over-year comparison is to the first full week after the holiday in 2023.

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Majority in survey are weighing holiday temp jobs

December 10, 2024

Indeed Flex reported that top reasons for pursuing the work includes access to instant cash and raising money for holiday gifts or vacations.

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Heidrick & Struggles taps Nirupam Sinha as CFO

December 10, 2024

CEO Tom Monahan said Sinha has the strategic insight, leadership skills and deep experience to support the organization.

ManpowerGroup reports leadership changes in Europe

December 9, 2024

David Herranz will become regional president, Southern Europe. Riccardo Barberis will take on responsibility for the French market.

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Jury rules against Cognizant in bias lawsuit

December 9, 2024

It finds the firm had a pattern of discriminatory conduct toward non-Indian workers. A Cognizant spokesperson told Bloomberg that the company plans to appeal.

Resources Connection reports workforce reduction

December 9, 2024

The firm expects restructuring charges of between $2.5 million and $3.0 million. RGP also reaffirmed revenue guidance for its fiscal second quarter.

US has more than 4M nurses, though shortage is still a concern

December 9, 2024

The Heath Resources and Services Administration report tracks health workforce data including total numbers, burnout and more.

Health Advocates Network acquires Medical Temps Inc.

December 9, 2024

The deal for Louisiana-based MTI marks the third acquisition this quarter for Health Advocates Network.

Employment Trends Index posts first consecutive gains in 2024

December 9, 2024

Employment, turnover and economic activity all came in on target in November, according to report by The Conference Board.

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Nature-based solutions may generate up to 32 million jobs by 2030: ILO

December 9, 2024

The biggest gains would be in Africa, Latin America and the Arab States.

It’s taking longer for the unemployed to find jobs

December 6, 2024

More than 40% say they have been searching for employment unsuccessfully for at least 15 weeks.

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Canada adds 50,500 jobs in November

December 6, 2024

The increase was driven by full full-time positions, which rose by 54,200. That was partially offset by a decline in part-time jobs.

Canadian union calls for ban on staffing firms in healthcare

December 6, 2024

The Canadian Union of Public Employees says proposal by Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s government doesn’t address the escalating staffing crisis.

People on the move: ShiftMed, Stevenson Search, BakerGilmore, Beamery

December 6, 2024

Personnel announcements this week include a chief nursing executive at ShiftMed and a CEO at Stevenson Search Partners.

US temp jobs rebound in November after October loss

December 6, 2024

While today’s numbers may reflect a rebound from strike- and hurricane-related disruptions, other trends also indicate an improving environment for staffing.

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Korn Ferry Q2 revenue slips 4.2% impacted by economic climate

December 5, 2024

While overall revenue fell, executive search revenue edged up, with growth coming from outside North America.

FTC noncompete ban may fizzle

December 5, 2024

The upcoming Trump administration will likely take a more employer-friendly approach and shift focus away from noncompetes.

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UK hiring confidence stalls following October Budget

December 10, 2024

At the same time, one in four UK employees feel at risk of unemployment in the next six months.

Heidrick & Struggles taps Nirupam Sinha as CFO

December 10, 2024

CEO Tom Monahan said Sinha has the strategic insight, leadership skills and deep experience to support the organization.

Indeed UK job vacancies tumble 23% as labour market softens

December 10, 2024

Indeed's data also found that businesses' concerns about hiring have become sharper since the October budget announcement.

Most UK workers feel confident about their job prospects

December 10, 2024

It comes as most workers find it more challenging to negotiate a pay rise than last year.

ManpowerGroup reports leadership changes in Europe

December 9, 2024

David Herranz will become regional president, Southern Europe. Riccardo Barberis will take on responsibility for the French market.

France’s temporary workforce falls 6.2% in October

December 9, 2024

The use of temporary workers trended downward in all monitored sectors.

Nature-based solutions may generate up to 32 million jobs by 2030: ILO

December 9, 2024

The biggest gains would be in Africa, Latin America and the Arab States.

UK permanent placements plummet following October Budget

December 9, 2024

Vacancies also fell, with the rate of contraction recorded as the steepest since August 2020.

Randstad Spain’s Christmas campaign to generate 15% more contracts in 2024

December 9, 2024

Logistics and transport are expected to generate the most contracts.

Staffing 100 Europe spotlight: Matthew Rodger

December 9, 2024

He has worked in a leadership capacity within the organisation since April 2001, holding several different roles.

EU employment and GDP edge upward in Q3

December 6, 2024

When compared to the prior year, the highest growth was seen in Croatia while the biggest decrease was seen in Latvia.

Liveforce expands across European market with acquisition of Reppio

December 6, 2024

Liveforce said the newly added multi-time zone and multi-language capabilities will enable businesses to better manage staff in various regions.

Greece’s temporary workforce down 5.6% in Q3

December 6, 2024

The share of persons with temporary jobs is 10.8%, down when compared to the previous quarter and the previous year.

Korn Ferry Q2 revenue slips 4.2% impacted by economic climate

December 5, 2024

While overall revenue fell, executive search revenue edged up, with growth coming from outside North America.

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European staffing market set to improve in 2025: Executive Forum Europe

December 5, 2024

Europe needs regulation to be complimentary to the overall industry, says SIA Research Analyst Francesca Profeta.

Global GDP growth to rise to 3.3% in 2025 despite challenges

December 5, 2024

The global economy has “proved resilient,” according to OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann.

Ireland’s seasonally adjusted jobless rate edges down to 4.1%

December 5, 2024

The number of unemployed persons stood at 118,900, down 5,400 from the year prior.

Sick workers without job flexibility are more likely to leave employment

December 5, 2024

Of employees who experienced a health decline, 9% left the labour market by the end of the four-year study period.

Delivery firm Evri and GMB Union to pay sick leave for couriers

December 5, 2024

Eligible self-employed couriers will also receive benefits such as death, disability, accident and sickness insurance.

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University of Melbourne to pay millions to underpaid academic staff

December 10, 2024

Most of the underpayments relate to casual academic and professional staff across all faculties and campuses at the university.

Asia Pacific hiring plans steady in Q1 as employers adopt cautious approach

December 10, 2024

Employers in India (40%), Mainland China (29%) and Singapore (25%) reported the strongest outlooks in the region.

Over half of Singapore professionals uncertain about salary hikes

December 10, 2024

Singaporean companies are also looking into offering contract positions as a way to better manage costs.

Gakujo full-year revenue rises 22.2% while profits rally

December 9, 2024

The company forecasted revenue growth of 14.6% for the full year 2025.

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Artner revenue rises 9.3% while profits climb

December 9, 2024

Net income rose by 15.9% year-on-year while operating and gross profit also increased.

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Quess Corp acquires Archer & Astrin’s food catering business

December 9, 2024

The acquisition will allow Quess Corp’s Operating Asset Management (OAM) business to expand its food business geographically within the manufacturing sector.

Nature-based solutions may generate up to 32 million jobs by 2030: ILO

December 9, 2024

The biggest gains would be in Africa, Latin America and the Arab States.

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Philippines jobless rate improves to 3.9% in October

December 6, 2024

When compared to September, the unemployment rate was up by 0.2%.

Majority of workers in Japan report professional growth in 2024

December 6, 2024

Most respondents also said they would like to acquire or develop new skills in 2025.

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AD1 Holdings rebrands to AdNeo

December 6, 2024

The group also recently announced the appointment of Angus Washington as CEO.

Korn Ferry Q2 revenue slips 4.2% impacted by economic climate

December 5, 2024

While overall revenue fell, executive search revenue edged up, with growth coming from outside North America.

Global GDP growth to rise to 3.3% in 2025 despite challenges

December 5, 2024

The global economy has “proved resilient,” according to OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann.

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Indian court probes Amazon over warehouse labour conditions

December 5, 2024

Workers also detailed stories of an unsafe work environment at a warehouse in the state of Haryana, according to an Al Jazeera report.

Tokyo government set to introduce a 4-day workweek in 2025

December 5, 2024

The government also plans to introduce a new “child care partial leave" system.

Magnit names new CEO

December 4, 2024

Chandra Dhandapani takes over the key leadership role at the VMS and MSP provider as former CEO Teresa Carroll steps down as part of a planned transition.

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Aya Healthcare acquires Cross Country Healthcare in $615M deal

December 4, 2024

The acquisition is expected to provide clinicians with greater flexibility by tapping into the companies’ combined pool of nationwide opportunities.

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New Zealand regulator fines recruitment firm for underpaying workers

December 4, 2024

The debts owed were significant, and Asad Horticulture and Asaduzzaman’s record-keeping breaches were “systemic.”

Australian watchdog fines former tiling business operator for ‘deliberate’ breaches

December 4, 2024

A judge found that the director’s failure to issue pay slips and comply with the compliance notice was “deliberate” and a “serious disregard” of obligations.

Job ads across Australia fall 11.5% in November

December 4, 2024

Indeed senior economist Callam Pickering said Christmas-related hiring has provided more uplift to job ads this year than last year.

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