UK 
United States
- 10/11/2025
HR Grapevine
The UK employment market has seen a rebound in Q1.
As hiring intentions begin to stabilise, we are seeing the next phase of workforce evolution take shape. Lateral is the new linear, with employers increasingly prioritising skills and experience over traditional career progression.
This shift is accelerating the move towards skills-based hiring. As we’ve seen hiring freezes and the increase in temp-to-perm contracts as workarounds, we’ve also seen teams looking to hold on to their very best talent.
This report by Brook Street will tell you:
UK net employment outlook
Hiring estimates by sector
What seniority levels employers expect to hire
Download today to find out!
Brook Street has been connecting businesses with talent and people with careers they can be proud of for over 75 years. Founded in 1946 by Margery Hurst and acquired by ManpowerGroup® in 1985, we specialise in business support, customer service, public sector and social care recruitment across the UK. Brook Street believes it takes more than a CV and a job spec to make a good match – it takes experience, instinct and the understanding to dig deeper. Our people ask better questions, listen for what’s not said and work quickly without cutting corners, helping clients build strong teams and candidates build meaningful careers. Brook Street. Where great work comes together.
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