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Private equity firms scramble for top data talent
The world of private equity is seeing a surge in demand for data specialists, according to a report by PER People, a recruitment agency specialising in the private equity sector. This trend presents significant opportunities for…
Russian cyberattacks on Germany spur intensified cyber recruitment and training
Cybersecurity Talent Gap: Businesses Must Upskill or Get Hacked
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The United Kingdom joined its allies on the 3rd of May in condemning a series of cyberattacks attributed to Russian intelligence services.…
Top in-demand careers and skills for freelancers
A study analysed search trends and job listings to identify the UK's most in-demand skills and careers for 2024. With some roles facing less competition than others, choosing the right upskilling path is crucial.
While the findings can…
In Musk we trust: will Tesla contractors come back?
When tech talent is let go, it can be difficult for a company to lure those skills back without paying a high price. If Tesla does see another "phase of growth" will it be able to attract enough talent to meet the demand or will egos still…
M&S Chair warns Labour Worker Rights Overhaul could lead to “lack of growth and…
Archie Norman, chairman of Marks & Spencer, has voiced concerns over the potential consequences of a Labour election victory on worker rights, cautioning that it could deter investment in the UK
Norman has highlighted, according to…
UK highly skilled contractors out of work due to IR35. But not for long if the Americans have their…
An IPSE survey reveals a troubling trend: highly skilled UK freelancers are out of work due to IR35. The situation looks to have created the ideal environment for American companies to recruit British talent from across the Atlantic. Will…
Glassdoor reviews: are they now useless and risky if your identity is no longer anonymous?
A software developer based in the US, known only as Monica, became one of the first to raise the alarm about a recent shift on Glassdoor. Monica's blog post, titled "Time to delete your Glassdoor account and data," urged users to take…
Freelancers to gain from US chip R&D boom
US chip boom calls for specialist talent across multiple skill setsThe Biden administration has announced a significant $5 billion investment in a newly formed public-private consortium dedicated to research and development (R&D) of…
What do the latest tech layoffs mean for freelancers?
Tech layoffs set to continue in 2024 despite tug-of-war for AI talent
This week, another wave of tech layoffs washed over the industry, with giants like Amazon, YouTube, and Wayfair joining the ranks of those trimming their workforces.…
Australia, UK, and US deployment of AI to track submarines in Asia Pacific calls for freelance…
The development of AI-powered maritime surveillance systems is on the fast track following a tri-national alliance. This means it will be an all-hands-on-deck recruitment drive for freelancers with the right skill set and security…