Today we released our ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey for Q1 2024, in which we see an inhibiting paradox afflicting the UK job market – namely, a loosening of hiring demand on one hand contrasting with record long-term job vacancy volumes on the other.
Continue readingPodcast: The invisible threat: Preventing and addressing employee burnout
Burnout is not merely extended fatigue; it’s a complex condition marked by physical, emotional and mental exhaustion due to prolonged stress at work. Undeniably, its implications are far-reaching, from diminished job performance and impaired team dynamics to detrimental effects on an individual’s physical and mental health, leading to a marked decrease in quality of life.
Continue readingWebinar: How emerging technologies and AI bridge the shifting tides of the global labour market
The UK is currently facing its most severe talent shortage in 17 years. A staggering 80% of employers are struggling to find candidates with the necessary skills out of which 61% reported that IT and data skills are the most difficult to find (MEOS Q3 2023).
Continue readingFilling the gap: Addressing the shortage of children’s support workers
Children’s services need support workers. The demand for qualified individuals in this field is rising dramatically due to an increase in complex family situations and diagnoses like autism or ADHD that require extra support. However, the number of available properly trained workers is not keeping up.
Continue readingUnlocking the next era of IT talent: Impact of AI on the future technology workforce
Although artificial intelligence (AI) has existed for the past few decades and has been at the forefront of technology in digital transformation, the introduction of OpenAI’s ChatGPT has brought to light AI’s true potential, particularly in generating human-like content and emulating human creativity, revolutionising various aspects of human life and work.
Continue readingManpowerGroup ESG Report 2022-2023: Working to Change the World
ManpowerGroup has released its 2022-2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report — Working to Change the World — which details our commitment and the progress we have made to shaping a more sustainable, resilient future with more opportunities for all.
Continue readingSeven myths about working in social care
The social care industry performs a vital function for our society, offering the nurture and support that is needed to keep it going, whether that be looking after children with special educational needs or making home visits to cater to those who are homebound.
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