The latest analysis from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) indicates a recovery in the professional staffing market, particularly in contract hiring, which increased by 4% month-on-month and 11% year-on-year in May. Although permanent job postings remain below 2024 levels, they are stabilizing. Permanent placements rose by 3% month-on-month, suggesting a positive trend. APSCo's UK Managing Director, Samantha Hurley, notes increasing contractor jobs reflect growing demand for expertise, while caution persists regarding headcount growth. Bullhorn's Andy Ingham echoed optimism regarding the uptick in jobs and recruiter resilience despite market uncertainties.
This latest data show signs of optimism that the professional staffing sector will certainly welcome. The increase in contractor jobs and placements demonstrates that demand for expertise is growing, but caution remains in relation to increasing headcount.
The May data shows a welcome uptick in perm and temp jobs following the dip in April. Permanent placements remain steady despite a lean pipeline - a testament to recruiter resilience and focus on quality.
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