We’re in the midst of a Skills Revolution. Technology is transforming organisations, in-demand skills are rapidly changing, and organisations can’t find the talent they need.

Digitisation is rapidly changing the old work order. Every business must now

Landmark events in recent history have significantly impacted the UK economy

Over the last 18 months the recruitment market has seen significant changes, impacted by historic events like Brexit, the Black Lives Matter movement and the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the ongoing national skills shortage, whereby employers are struggling to find candidates with the right skills to meet their job requirements.

This year marks Brook Street’s 75th anniversary and to celebrate this momentous milestone, we’re proudly reflecting on our history and sharing why our founding vision remains ingrained in the way we work. Brook Street was founded in 1946 by Margery Hurst, a woman determined to succeed in business and strong ideals.

The COVID-19 pandemic has hit young people particularly hard – unemployment from those aged under 25 has topped 13% and the numbers in employment are also dropping. ONS data shows that young people account for nearly two-thirds of job losses since the crisis began. We risk a real scarring of the next generation if jobs and training prospects remain limited.

Digitisation is changing the old work order. The pandemic has pushed all businesses online, so nearly every company is now a tech business and companies can no longer afford to avoid pursuing a strong digitisation strategy.

The barriers to work for some under-represented groups such as women and young people have only increased during the pandemic, but with the forecast growth in jobs and scarcity of talent available to do them, now is the time to level the playing field and tap into the skills and potential of these groups.

Looking for a job can sometimes feel like a slow and lonely experience. But it doesn’t have to be this way. A recruiter will speed up your job hunt, make the process much more collaborative and greatly improve your chances of landing the perfect new role. Here’s why a successful job search strategy should include building relationships with recruiters.