General · 24 August 2026

UK graduate job vacancies hit decade low in July, down 45%

Graduate job vacancies in the UK plunged to their lowest level in a decade during July, with just 8,383 roles advertised. Vacancies mark a 45% drop from last year, as a record 262,820 people get ready for university this September. Companies are reportedly holding back on hiring due to rising labour costs and increased investment in AI.

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