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Business · 11 May 2026

UK Hiring Slump Deepens While US Recruitment Stays Resilient

UK Hiring Slump Deepens While US Recruitment Stays Resilient

The UK's job market for recruiters is losing momentum, with hiring becoming more expensive for businesses. Publicly-listed recruitment firms in both the UK and US recently announced job cuts, though the US sector shows greater resilience and demand. Robert Walters cut 15 per cent of its staff after a 2025 loss, and UK recruiter job postings have shrunk for a year.

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