Job Title: Site Contract Manager Location: St Athan, Wales (Site-Based) Salary: &pound;39,000 + Car Allowance + Noncontractual Bonus Hours: &nbsp;40 hrs/week The Role Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting a Site Contract Manager to oversee cleaning, waste, and compliance operations within a fast-paced site environment. Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Manage cleaning operations and contractor performance (SLAs/KPIs)</li><li>Oversee waste management &amp; recycling systems</li><li>Ensure H&amp;S compliance (COSHH, RAMS, risk assessments)</li><li>Conduct site audits, inspections &amp; reporting</li><li>Monitor KPIs, budgets, and service performance</li><li>Support sustainability initiatives (zero waste, carbon reduction)</li><li>Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams</li></ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li>Experience in facilities, cleaning, or waste environments</li><li>Strong compliance &amp; audit experience</li><li>Experience writing RAMS</li><li>Knowledge of H&amp;S legislation</li><li>Experience managing contractors &amp; SLAs</li><li>IOSH (or equivalent)</li><li>Full UK driving licence</li></ul>
Desirable<ul>
<li>Waste or manufacturing background</li><li>BICS, SAP, ADR or Duty of Care knowledge</li></ul>
What&rsquo;s on Offer<ul>
<li>Competitive salary + car allowance</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>34 days holiday</li><li>Pension + additional benefits</li></ul>
 Closing date is 22.11.26 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications. Apply today through Hawk 3 Talent Solutions to find out more. If you would like to apply for the role of Contracts Manager, then please email your CV to Craig.cartwright@hawk-3.com. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.

Site Contract Manager 

Management AccountantLocation: BD4, Bradford, West Yorkshire Salary: &pound;40,000 - &pound;50,000&nbsp; Working Hours: Flexible start and finish times between 6:00am and 6:00pm Working Pattern: Four-day working week option available following successful completion of probationThe OpportunityHawk3 Talent Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a confidential client for a commercially minded and proactive Management Accountant to join their finance team in BD4, Bradford.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to play a key role in supporting business performance, strengthening financial controls and providing meaningful insight to support strategic decision-making.Working closely with the Head of Finance and wider business teams, you will take ownership of the management accounts process, contribute to budgeting and forecasting, and help identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, operational efficiency and profitability.The business offers flexible working hours, with the option to move to a four-day working week following successful completion of probation, providing an attractive balance between professional responsibility and work-life balance.Key ResponsibilitiesManagement Accounts &amp; Financial Reporting<ul>
<li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end accounting processes, ensuring deadlines are consistently achieved.</li><li>Analyse financial performance against budgets, forecasts and previous periods, identifying variances, trends and areas requiring attention.</li><li>Provide clear financial analysis and commercial insight to support business planning, operational decisions and profitability.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records, reconciliations and supporting documentation.</li></ul>
Financial Control &amp; Compliance<ul>
<li>Reconcile sales, cost of sales and balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Support supplier payments and statutory payment processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Prepare VAT returns and assist with wider financial reporting and compliance requirements.</li><li>Maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures across business activities.</li><li>Work closely with the Head of Finance to promote strong financial discipline and ensure processes remain aligned with business requirements.</li></ul>
Process Improvement &amp; Commercial Support<ul>
<li>Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting accuracy, systems and controls.</li><li>Explore the use of AI, automation and technology to streamline reporting and improve efficiency.</li><li>Support the implementation and development of finance systems and processes.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support for wider business initiatives.</li><li>Offer financial insight that helps improve operational performance and commercial outcomes.</li></ul>
Wider Finance Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Provide payroll support and cover when required.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management, the Head of Finance and the Finance/Ecommerce team to support the effective running of the business.</li><li>Adapt to changing business priorities and contribute to the continuous improvement of the finance function.</li></ul>
Essential Skills &amp; Experience<ul>
<li>Previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role.</li><li>CIMA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified or actively studying towards a relevant qualification.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, commercial awareness and financial reporting capability.</li><li>The ability to interpret financial data and communicate findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate work to tight deadlines.</li></ul>
Desirable Experience<ul>
<li>Experience using Sage or similar accounting software.</li><li>Experience supporting or implementing finance systems.</li><li>An interest in using AI and automation to enhance finance processes and reporting.</li><li>Experience supporting payroll activities.</li></ul>
If you would like to apply for the role of Management Accountant, then please email your CV to Jade.Lawlor@hawk-3.comClosing date is 22.11.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client.By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Management Accountant

Recruitment Consultant

CNC Turner Setter/Operator - Twilight Shift Location: Tewkesbury, GloucestershireSalary: Up to &pound;20 per hour DOE+ Twilight Shift AllowanceShift: Monday-Thursday, 4:30pm-2:45am The Role We are looking for experienced CNC Turner Setter/Operators to join a well-established precision engineering business in Tewkesbury.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Turner who is confident with setting and operating CNC turning machinery and enjoys working in a high-quality, precision manufacturing environment.You will be responsible for setting and operating CNC turning machines, producing precision components to engineering drawings and maintaining the high standards of quality expected by the business. Key Responsibilities <ul>
<li>Set and operate CNC turning machines.</li><li>Produce precision components to engineering drawings and specifications.</li><li>Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and dimensions.</li><li>Set tooling and make tool-offset adjustments.</li><li>Carry out first-off inspections and check components throughout production.</li><li>Use precision measuring equipment to inspect your own work.</li><li>Maintain tight tolerances and quality standards.</li><li>Identify and resolve machining issues where required.</li><li>Carry out tool changes and make adjustments to ensure consistent production.</li><li>Work with a range of materials.</li><li>Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.</li><li>Work to company quality, health &amp; safety and production procedures.</li></ul>
 Experience Required <ul>
<li>Previous experience as a CNC Turner / CNC Setter Operator.</li><li>Strong CNC turning and setting experience.</li><li>Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.</li><li>Experience working to tight tolerances.</li><li>Competent using inspection and measuring equipment.</li><li>Experience with Fanuc and/or Mazatrol controls would be advantageous.</li><li>Experience with multi-axis, twin-spindle or Mill/Turn machinery would be beneficial.</li><li>Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul>
 What's on Offer <ul>
<li> Up to &pound;20 per hour + Twilight Shift Allowance </li><li>Monday-Thursday working week.</li><li>Overtime opportunities.</li><li>Permanent position.</li><li>Modern precision engineering environment.</li><li>Opportunity to work with advanced CNC turning and Mill/Turn machinery.</li><li>Long-term career opportunity within an established engineering business.</li></ul>
 Interested? If you are an experienced CNC Turner Setter/Operator looking for a permanent twilight position with a four-day working week and excellent earning potential, we would be keen to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss the role in more detail. Apply today or contact Donna at Hawk 3 Talent Solutions for a confidential chat. Closing date: 07.11.26To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to donna.gibson@hawk-3.com. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.&nbsp;

CNC Machinist  Twilight Shift

<ul>
<li>Job Title: IT Support - SAP Systems and VDU Coordinator</li><li>Location: Wolverhampton, WV9</li><li>Vacancies:&nbsp;</li><li>1 role working a permanent night Shift @ &pound;37200 p/a</li><li>1 role working a rotating AM / PM Shift &nbsp;@ &pound;31,000 to &pound;36,164 p/a</li></ul>
Due to our continued success and improvement, we have a challenging and exciting position available for an experienced IT Support - SAP Systems and VDU Coordinator to take responsibility for managing day to day IT tasks, control board escalations and investigations, and first line maintenance and troubleshooting of IT equipment.&nbsp;Being a self-motivated team player, you will be able to work independently, be proactive and persistent.&nbsp;&nbsp;Role and Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Perform hands-on fixes and changes at the PC desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, performing/validating file backups, managing custody of back-up media, and configuring applications at the direction of the site analyst or IT support group.</li><li>Organise IT equipment repairs, maintain site inventory of usable spare IT equipment, and maintain a maintenance log of equipment repairs, as directed by the site analyst.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide, at location control board, support for SAP errors, carry out investigations.</li><li>Responsible for the maintenance of EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) and certain elements of ECC (Enterprise Central Component).</li><li>Responsible for ensuring all PFEP data and master configuration data is configured in the EWM system to provide accurate information at all times.&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for EWM data execution as part of engineering change.&nbsp;</li><li>Give input to incident reports and contribute to the root-cause analysis of problems. Test fixes and perform post-resolution follow-ups to ensure problems have been adequately resolved as directed by the site analyst, or IT support group, and perform/assist key user groups in application software upgrades/maintenance and user acceptance testing (UAT).</li><li>Responsible for maintaining bespoke system applications.&nbsp;</li><li>Report site IT downtime and changes to the site production schedules using the appropriate communication procedures.&nbsp;</li><li>Follow the site related IT purchasing and asset tracking procedures receiving IT assets, updating the IT asset inventory and partake in decommissioning end-of-life assets.</li><li>Build long term relationships with both internal &amp; external stakeholders.&nbsp;</li><li>Other duties as assigned.&nbsp;</li></ul>
Skills and Experience:Required<ul>
<li>Experience with SAP EWM.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Basic to moderate IT trouble shooting skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Good level of Excel knowledge and working ability.</li><li>Experience in working with Warehouse Management systems in a shop floor environment would be desirable.&nbsp;</li></ul>
Closing date 15.11.2026Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to craig.cartwright@hawk-3.com. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.

IT Support - SAP Systems Coordinator 

Contract &amp; Compliance OfficerStoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST1Salary: Circa &pound;40,000 per annumFull-Time Office Based| 37.5 Hours per Week | Permanent role - Reporting to: Head of FinanceHawk 3 Talent Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract &amp; Compliance Officer to join a well-established organisation based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. This is a replacement position due to an upcoming departure of an employee who is relocating, creating an immediate opportunity for the successful candidate to play a key role within the Finance team.This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in contract management, compliance, risk management, and regulatory oversight. You will take ownership of the contract lifecycle whilst ensuring the organisation remains compliant with relevant UK and European regulations.The RoleAs Contract &amp; Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for managing contracts from inception through to renewal or termination, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and organisational requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to identify risks, maintain robust processes, and support continuous improvement across the business.Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Manage and oversee the full contract lifecycle.</li><li>Review and amend contracts to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and commercial requirements.</li><li>Identify and mitigate legal, financial, and compliance risks.</li><li>Maintain accurate contract records and monitor key contract dates.</li><li>Monitor UK and European legislation relevant to the business.</li><li>Conduct internal compliance audits and support regulatory compliance activities.</li><li>Produce compliance reports and provide updates to senior management.</li><li>Act as a key contact for regulatory and external bodies where required.</li><li>Develop and update internal policies and procedures.</li><li>Ensure supplier and partner compliance with contractual obligations.</li><li>Support GDPR compliance and data protection initiatives.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of compliance activities, audits, and contracts.</li><li>Collaborate with departments across the organisation to drive best practice and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
About YouWe are looking for an organised and proactive individual with:<ul>
<li>Previous experience within a compliance, legal, contracts, or governance-based role.</li><li>Contract management experience, including reviewing and monitoring agreements.</li><li>Experience conducting compliance audits and reporting findings.</li><li>Strong risk assessment and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and stakeholders.</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>High levels of integrity and professionalism.</li><li>Effective time management and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Project management experience would be advantageous.</li><li>Industry knowledge within a regulated environment would be beneficial.</li></ul>
Package<ul>
<li>Salary circa &pound;40,000 per annum</li><li>Full-time permanent role</li><li>37.5 hours per week</li><li>Office-based position in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (ST1)</li><li>Standard company benefits package</li><li>Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business</li><li>Immediate vacancy due to planned departure of the current incumbent</li></ul>
If you're an experienced compliance or contracts professional looking for a new challenge within a supportive and collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.If you would like to apply for the role of Compliance and Contracts Officer, then please email your CV to <a href="mailto:debbie.gough@hawk-3.com?iframe=true">debbie.gough@hawk-3.com</a> &nbsp;or call Deb on 07557803946Closing date is 16.11.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client.By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

Contracts and Compliance Officer 

Job Title: Quality Engineer Salary:&nbsp;Up to &pound;50K Location:&nbsp;Gloucester &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Type: PermanentOur client, based in Gloucester, is looking to recruit an experienced Quality Engineer to join their manufacturing team and support the ongoing development of their Quality Management System in line with ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in manufacturing who enjoys working across the full quality lifecycle, from internal auditing and CAPA management to validation, supplier quality and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: <ul>
<li>Maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS)</li><li>Planning and conducting ISO 13485 internal audits and supporting external audits</li><li>Managing CAPAs, non-conformances, root cause investigations and change control</li><li>Supporting supplier quality, validation activities and complaint investigations</li><li>Analysing quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and other cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance standards are met</li></ul>
 What we're looking for: <ul>
<li>Minimum 5 years' experience in a Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485:2016</li><li>Qualified ISO 13485 Internal Auditor with hands-on auditing experience</li><li>Experience with CAPA, non-conformance management, root cause analysis, change control and continuous improvement</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills</li></ul>
Benefits :<ul>
<li>25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays</li><li>Company pension scheme with salary sacrifice option</li><li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay</li><li>Life assurance (following successful probation)</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Perkbox benefits platform with discounts, rewards and wellbeing support</li><li>Long service awards</li><li>Ongoing training and career development</li><li>Occupational health support</li><li>Regular company social and engagement events</li></ul>
&nbsp;Closing date is 20th of November 2026Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to <a style="color: #0563c1; text-decoration: underline;" href="mailto:maria.thorne@hawk-3.com">maria.thorne@hawk-3.com</a> &nbsp;By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future&nbsp;

QA Engineer 

Maintenance EngineerLocation: Blackburn, Lancashire (BB1) Salary: Up to &pound;47,677 per annum + &pound;3,000 Shift AllowanceShift Pattern: Continental Shift Pattern (2 early shifts followed by 2 night shifts) Working hours of 7:00am - 7:00pm and 7pm &ndash; 7am &ndash; 4 on &ndash; 4 off&nbsp;Holiday Entitlement: 33 days holiday (pro rata) Permanent, Full-TimeThe OpportunityHawk 3 Talent Solutions are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing operation in Blackburn, Lancashire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment where no two days are the same.The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, performance and safe operation of production machinery and plant equipment, helping to minimise downtime and maximise operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities in line with maintenance schedules.</li><li>Respond to production breakdowns and perform effective fault finding to minimise downtime.</li><li>Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.</li><li>Conduct routine inspections and identify potential issues before they become failures.</li><li>Support root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Assist with machinery installation, commissioning, upgrades and modifications.</li><li>Work closely with Production, Technical and Engineering teams to maintain equipment performance.</li><li>Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete all required documentation.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability and efficiency.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all Health &amp; Safety procedures and safe working practices.</li><li>Liaise with external contractors and equipment manufacturers when required.</li><li>Participate in shutdown maintenance and planned engineering projects.</li></ul>
About YouTo be successful in this role, you will ideally have:<ul>
<li>Experience within a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.</li><li>Strong mechanical maintenance skills, including bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps and mechanical assemblies.</li><li>Electrical fault-finding experience on motors, sensors, control panels and machinery.</li><li>Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.</li><li>Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Experience carrying out both reactive and preventative maintenance.</li><li>Ability to read engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical documentation.</li><li>Good understanding of Health &amp; Safety requirements and safe systems of work.</li><li>A recognised engineering qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li></ul>
What's on Offer?<ul>
<li>Competitive salary of up to &pound;47,677 plus &pound;3,000 shift allowance</li><li>Continental shift pattern offering a great work-life balance</li><li>33 days holiday (pro rata)</li><li>Stable, permanent employment within a well-established manufacturing environment</li><li>Opportunity to work on a variety of machinery and engineering projects</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li></ul>
If you're a hands-on Maintenance Engineer looking for your next challenge in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.If you would like to apply for the role of Maintenance Engineer, then please email your CV to <a href="mailto:debbie.gough@hawk-3.com">debbie.gough@hawk-3.com</a> or call Deb on 07557803946Closing date is 14.11.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client.By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

Maintenance Engineer

After months of amendments between the Commons and the House of Lords, the Employment Rights Bill has now become the Employment Rights Act following Royal Assent on 18th December 2025, formally adopting the UK Government&rsquo;s &ldquo;Make Work Pay&rdquo; reforms.
While many measures are subject to phased commencement and secondary legislation, the final shape of the reforms is now clear. Here&rsquo;s the latest on what&rsquo;s confirmed, what has changed since July, and what remains under consultation.
&nbsp;
<h2>What&rsquo;s happened since July?</h2>
Since our original briefing:
<ul>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">The Bill completed all Parliamentary stages.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Amendments proposed in the House of Lords have now been resolved.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">The legislation secured Royal Assent on 18th December 2025.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">A formal implementation roadmap has been confirmed.</li>
</ul>
Some early provisions (unchanged from July) took effect immediately on Royal Assent, including:
<ul>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Repeal of most of the Trade Union Act 2016.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Repeal of the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Simplified industrial action ballet requirements.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Protection from dismissal for taking part in lawful industrial action.</li>
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<h2>Confirmed implementation roadmap and what it means for you</h2>
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<h3>April 2026</h3>
All confirmed and unchanged:
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Statutory sick pay (SSP) reform &ndash; removal of both the Lower Earnings Limit and the 3-day waiting period for SSP.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Day-one rights for paternity leave and unpaid parental leave.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Whistleblowing protections strengthened.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Fair Work Agency to be established - a new statutory body for guidance, oversight, and enforcement: will be established in April 2026.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Simplified trade union recognition process: confirmed and unchanged.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Electronic and workplace balloting for unions introduced.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Doubling of protective award for collective redundancy breaches.</li>
</ul>
<h3>October 2026</h3>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Fire and rehire regulations introduced - new statutory restrictions on using dismissal and re-engagement to change terms.</li>
</ul>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Clarified: The Act confirmed fire and rehire remains lawful only as a last resort, with explicit requirement to demonstrate genuine business necessity, meaningful consultation, and exploration of alternatives.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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<div>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Tribunal time limits extended &ndash; exact timeframe to be confirmed.</li>
</ul>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Clarified: Extension confirmed, with exact duration to be set via secondary legislation.</li>
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</li>
</ul>
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<div>
<ul>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Workplace harassment reforms &ndash; a legal duty to take &ldquo;all reasonable steps&rdquo; to prevent harassment, and protection from harassment by third parties (e.g. clients or customers).</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Fair Pay Agreement body for the adult social care sector.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Two-tier procurement code for public sector contracts.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Tipping law tightened to ensure fair distribution.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Union access and awareness rights &ndash; a duty to inform workers of union rights, strengthening union right of access, and new rights for union representatives.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Extended protections for workers taking industrial action.</li>
</ul>
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</div>
<h3>&nbsp;2027</h3>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Ban on &ldquo;exploitative zero hours contracts&rdquo; (ZHCs) - includes right to request predictable hours which will extend to agency workers.</li>
</ul>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Changed: The ban is confirmed and guaranteed hours introduced, but there is a statutory duty on the government to consult on reference periods.</li>
</ul>
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</ul>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">New: Statutory consultation required before regulations can define temporary / seasonal needs and exemptions from guaranteed hours.</li>
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</li>
</ul>
</div>
<div>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Regulation of umbrella companies &ndash; a new framework to ensure transparency and fair practice.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Day-one protection from unfair dismissal &ndash; applies from the start of employment, subject to probation rules.</li>
</ul>
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Changed: day one protection removed &ndash; six month qualifying period applies universally, and the statutory cap on compensation has been removed.</li>
</ul>
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</ul>
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<div>
<ul>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Bereavement leave entitlement extended to all workers.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Flexible working to become a day-one right.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Gender pay gap and menopause action plans &ndash; introduced on a voluntary basis in April 2026, to become standard.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Defined standards for anti-harassment measures.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">New legal protections for pregnant workers.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Reforms to the industrial relations framework.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Updates to collective redundancy thresholds.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Blacklisting protections and enforcement.</li>
</ul>
</div>
</div>
</div>
<div>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">What&rsquo;s still under consultation?</h2>
Precise dates are not published, but the duty to consult is now statutory.
<ul>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Guaranteed hours consultation: expected during 2026, ahead of 2027 commencement.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Seasonal / temporary need definitions: consultation required before regulations are made.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Umbrella company framework and enforcement measures: consultation alongside tax enforcement measures.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Codes of Practice (fire and rehire, harassment): draft versions expected before October 2026.</li>
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<h2>What you can do now</h2>
With Royal Assent secured and the overall roadmap confirmed it&rsquo;s time to shift from monitoring change to actively preparing for implementation. There&rsquo;s still some key details to be confirmed, but here&rsquo;s what you can be doing now:
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Review your current employment policies and practices, both internally and across temporary labour usage, in preparation for upcoming reforms.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Assess workforce models, contracts, and HR processes in light of new and pending measures.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Engage with supply partners, especially umbrella companies and staffing providers, to ensure compliance.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Monitor secondary legislation and guidance as it&rsquo;s released (we can help with this one!).</li>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Let's navigate the change together</h2>
The Employment Rights Act represents the most significant update to UK employment law in a generation. While implementation is phased, clarity from Royal Assent allows businesses to start planning now. We&rsquo;re ready to help you understand the changes, review your policies, and prepare for compliance. Let us know if you&rsquo;d like support with:
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<li style="color: #2f455c;">Sense checking your current employment contracts.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Preparing policy updates.</li>
<li style="color: #2f455c;">Exploring what the new rules might mean for your recruitment strategy.</li>
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New year, new job scene. Or at least the saying goes, right? It seems that at the start of a every year there&rsquo;s always a shift in what&rsquo;s hot &ndash; and what&rsquo;s not, and 2024 is certainly no different. Sit back whilst we spill the tea on the latest trends to shake up our hiring habits.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 18pt; text-align: justify;">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The tech takeover continues</h2>
It&rsquo;s no surprise that technology like AI and machine learning is switching up the hiring process. Phrases that we definitely didn&rsquo;t expect to see on our 2024 bingo card just two years ago, are now stealing the spotlight, revolutionising tasks such as candidate matching, CV screening, and initial interviewing. It&rsquo;s through these innovations that we&rsquo;re seeing a real upgrade across the recruitment process, with improvements to productivity, reductions in bias, and the opportunity for recruiters to focus on what really matters to them and their business, such as relationship building and talent management. Ready or not, tech is the future - don&rsquo;t be afraid to incorporate it into your 2024 game plan.
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<h2 class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 18pt; text-align: justify;">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Don&rsquo;t shy away from the diversity dance</h2>
Equity, diversity, and inclusion &ndash; once buzzwords in the boardroom are now the real deal in successful organisations. When it comes to hiring, it's time for companies to make a big deal about their equality practices, implementing inclusive interviewing practices and diverse placements. But this shift isn&rsquo;t just about meeting societal expectations &ndash; it&rsquo;s a strategic effort to spark innovation and create a workplace that is vibrant and strong.
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<h2 class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 18pt; text-align: justify;">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The remote revolution: it&rsquo;s here to stay</h2>
Believe it or not the office is no longer a ball and chain. And, whilst the remote work debate is still going strong, the practice itself looks set to stay, at least for now; according to ONS, a whopping 44% of workers reported home or hybrid working in 2023. Sure, these figures have changed slightly over the past couple of years &ndash; in the UK there has been a sharp decline in fully remote work since 2021, when most employees returned to the office in some capacity. But one thing&rsquo;s crystal clear: for those roles that can make it work, there&rsquo;s a growing expectation that there ought to be some WHF flexibility. The way we work is definitely changing, with companies figuring out that happy employees are generally productive ones. Which often means allowing them to choose their ideal workspace.
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<h2 class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 18pt; text-align: justify;">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Skills over degrees</h2>
It appears there&rsquo;s a noticeable change in the air regarding employers&rsquo; approach to hiring, with more and more waking up to the fact that the dynamic and diverse workplaces of today demand more than just technical know-how and academic accolades. Of course, they're important, but there's a bigger, more nuanced picture. It's about honing in on the intangibles &ndash; those down-to-earth skills that make a workplace click. Think effective communication, adaptability, and problem-solving; these are the traits that offer impact and value to a team. The shift isn't about tossing that pile of CVs aside (apologies to all the admin avoiders); it's about looking past the paper trail and focusing on the skills that truly spell success. Yep, we&rsquo;re officially in our &lsquo;soft skills&rsquo; era, where a candidate's ability to navigate the human side of work is just as crucial as their paper credentials.
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<h2 class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -18pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 18pt; text-align: justify;">5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Levelling up the candidate experience </h2>
This year, it&rsquo;s predicted that the candidate experience will become a key differentiator for employers, with today&rsquo;s job seekers expecting a seamless, personalised, and candidate-centric recruitment process. They&rsquo;re looking for employers who get what makes them tick, &nbsp;understands their &nbsp;values and career goals, and guides them through the job-hunting journey with the right info at the right time. Because let&rsquo;s face it, nobody needs a headache when job-hunting. The key is making the candidate feel like a VIP; organisations that pull this off will build a rep as a workplace that everyone wants to be part of.
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So, there you have it &ndash; the lowdown on what's shaking in the UK's job market this year. In a landscape driven by technology, diversity, and changing work dynamic, it&rsquo;s imperative that companies stay ahead of the curve and adapt to the evolving industry. By doing so, they&rsquo;ll undoubtedly set their organisations up for success in 2024.
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This is our business mindset, constantly striving to redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do, always looking for opportunities for improvement across our core values.

The best interests of all our people are at the heart of all we do; we’re not “yes” people, we want to offer our expertise, even if it means a difficult conversation.

We uphold a culture of responsibility, defining and agreeing expectations, and being held accountable against them.

We are not faceless; we’re people who work on a national basis across a range of sectors, all towards a common goal. Let’s have real conversations about needs and how we can help.

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<h5>Mission</h5>“Through real people providing real solutions, our customers and candidates experience a true recruitment partnership. As a national provider with local presence, we are proud to deliver ethical and flexible employment solutions, accredited training, and people development.”We’ve grown over the years, but that doesn’t mean we’ve lost that commitment to providing an individual solution to your specific needs – solutions are in our name!

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If we say we’ll do it, then we’ll do it. Got questions about an opportunity or hiring company? If we don’t already know the answer, then we’ll find out and get back to you. Expecting feedback on your application or interview process? We’ll let you know the timeframe, and that’s exactly when you’ll hear from us.

We want to get to know you so we can support you personally. We’re approachable and responsive, and that’s why we’re confident we can build a real relationship with you. Searching for a new job can be daunting, we get it. So, let’s have open and honest conversations at every stage of the process so we get it right first time.

We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

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With access to circa 22 million candidates (yes – really!) through our industry leading technology and job board partnerships, our specialists will support you throughout the full recruitment lifecycle, all the while giving you peace of mind thanks to our aftercare service and perm placement refund schedule.We’ll build a solution around your specific resourcing requirements, and guarantee that all of our recruitment campaigns will offer:<ul><li>A consultative partnership to understand your exact needs</li><li>A dedicated consultant with sector knowledge and experience</li><li>A tailored talent attraction campaign launched within 24 hours</li><li>All applications screened, and their interest in the role confirmed in writing</li><li>All CVs sent in a uniformed format within a pre-agreed timescale</li></ul>Sound like something you could benefit from? We’ve included a bit more detail around our recruitment solutions below, or you can get in touch with one of our team today who’d be happy to have a no-strings discussion about your business and resourcing needs.<h5>Contingency recruitment</h5>Are you recruiting for up to 4 permanent or fixed term vacancies? Operating on a project-to-project basis, we’ll source the right people for your business and negotiate an introductory fee based upon the candidate’s annual salary, which we’ll apply only once the candidate has started work.<h5>Dedicated campaign</h5>Is your business growing? Are you finding a need to recruit for a variety of roles? Then a dedicated campaign might just be the model for you. We’ll create a bespoke marketing campaign to attract and secure the right people. The campaign cost will be a combined fee based upon each candidate’s annual salary, and 20% will be due as an upfront payment prior to the project launch.<h5>Executive search</h5>Maybe you’ve got a senior role to fill and need some targeted support? We know there are times that targeted headhunting is required in order secure the best candidate for the role. We’ll provide you with market data and conduct psychometric assessments for shortlisted candidates. Our introductory fee will be based on the candidate’s annual salary.<h5>Build-to-fit</h5>If you’ve got more than 10 vacancies at entry to mid-level, then we can actually build a bespoke solution for you based on your business needs and the skill set you require. For temporary placements, we’ll apply a margin fee based on the candidate’s salary (chargeable on an hourly basis) or we’ll create a bespoke pricing model based on your volume or project specific requirement.<h5>Specialist contractor</h5>Lastly (but certainly not least), perhaps you find yourself on the hunt for a specialist on an interim or contract basis. Just tell us exactly what you’re looking for, and we’ll get to work finding the ideal candidate. We will agree a fixed introductory fee depending on the number of roles and your specific requirements.

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With access to circa 22 million candidates (yes – really!) through our industry leading technology and job board partnerships, our specialists will support you throughout the full recruitment lifecycle, all the while giving you peace of mind thanks to our aftercare service and perm placement refund schedule.We’ll build a solution around your specific resourcing requirements, and guarantee that all of our recruitment campaigns will offer:<ul><li>A consultative partnership to understand your exact needs.</li><li>A dedicated Consultant with sector knowledge and experience.</li><li>A tailored talent attraction campaign launched within 24 hours</li><li>All applications screened, and their interest in the role confirmed in writing.</li><li>All CVs sent in a uniformed format within a pre-agreed timescale.</li></ul>Sound like something you could benefit from? We’ve included a bit more detail around our recruitment solutions below, or you can get in touch with one of our team today who’d be happy to have a no-strings discussion about your business and resourcing needs.<h6> </h6>

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