UK Commerce and Industry Finance Hiring Sees Renewed…
Accounting vacancies in the UK’s Commerce & Industry sector are forecast to rise by 17% in 2026, building on 5% growth in 2025. Alongside this expansion, recent survey data from Deloitte estimates that 93% of finance leaders expect investment in digital technology to rise over the next 12 months.
London’s professional vacancies fall 30% between July…
Morgan McKinley’s latest analysis of London’s professional hiring market shows vacancies fell 6% in Q3 compared with Q2 and 11% year-on-year. But the quarterly figures mask a much sharper deterioration as Q3 progressed. There were 1,719 professional vacancies in July, falling to 1,449 in August and just 1,200 in September, a 30% decline across the quarter.
How to Create an ATS-Friendly CV in 2027: A Step-by…
An ATS-friendly CV uses clean typography, standard section headings, and targeted keywords so Applicant Tracking Systems can parse and rank your qualifications accurately. Building an ATS-friendly CV in 2027 ensures your career achievements pass digital screening smoothly and reach the hiring manager without technical hiccups.
London and Manchester Drive the Latest Surge in…
The banking jobs UK market is showing steady upward momentum into 2026. While nationwide job openings are projected to expand by 9%, recruitment activity is increasingly concentrating in key financial capitals, notably London and Manchester.
London Tightens Its Grip on UK Finance Hiring
London Finance Hiring Set to Rise 17% as Capital Accounts for Majority of UK Finance VacanciesLondon finance vacancies are forecast to increase 17% in 2026 following strong hiring momentum The capital is expected to account for 52% of UK finance recruitment for the first time Accounting & Consulting vacancies are projected to rise 21%, while Banking grows 16% Accountant roles are forecast to jump 32% as firms invest in AI implementation and regulatory change JPMorgan Chase, Barclays and Deloitte are expected to lead recruitment growth
London Employment Monitor Q2 2026
London Hiring Slows as Employers Wait for Political ClarityKey findings from Morgan McKinley’s 2026 London Employment Monitor:
Commerce & Industry Accountancy Vacancies to Rise…
Commerce & Industry Accountancy Hiring Set to Rise 13% as Financial Services ContractsFinancial Services accountant vacancies are forecast to fall by nearly 5% in 2026. Commerce & Industry accountancy vacancies are forecast to rise by almost 13% in 2026. London's share of Financial Services accountant hiring is expected to reach 57% of all UK vacancies. Energy & Utilities is forecast to be the fastest-growing accountancy sector, with vacancies rising by almost 75%.
The Latest Insights on the UK Fintech Jobs Market: Our…
UK Fintech Hiring Set to Rise 14% as Payments and Infrastructure Lead Shift Away From NeobanksUK fintech vacancies are forecast to rise by close to 14% in 2026, following 28% growth in 2025 London is expected to account for 71% of all fintech hiring as concentration intensifies IT support roles have fallen from 17% to 9% in two years due to automation IT infrastructure vacancies are projected to climb nearly 31%, outpacing broader IT growth Anti-money laundering (AML) and credit-focused hiring strengthens, while several neobanks scale back recruitment amid a shift towards payments-led business models
Resilience Returns to UK Finance Market With 13% More…
Our latest Year in Review report, produced in partnership with Vacancysoft, reveals a 13% year-on-year rise in finance vacancies.
Fintech Overtakes Banks in Risk Hiring as Sector…
Risk and Compliance hiring in fintech up 26% year-on-year Banks cut oversight teams as cost pressures rise Demand shifts to Financial Crime and Credit Risk roles London remains dominant, but hybrid hiring gains traction
Accounting & Finance UK Finance Labour Market…
The UK finance employment market is undergoing significant shifts, influenced by economic turbulence and changing industry dynamics.
The importance of social mobility to the workplace
With social mobility awareness day falling in June, it is fitting to look at the role organisations can play in boosting social mobility by offering opportunities to people from more diverse, disadvantaged backgrounds.