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In the bustling world of recruitment, the introduction of SafeRec Certification in June 2023 has been nothing short of revolutionary. With a laser focus on compliance and transparency, it's quickly become the gold standard for umbrella companies, providing a beacon of trust in the complex contingent labour market. This rigorous certification process, underpinned by real-time auditing and cross-referencing with HMRC data, offers an unparalleled level of assurance to recruitment agencies and their clients. The result? Over 3,500 agencies across the UK have already made the decisive switch to partner with SafeRec Certified Umbrella Companies.

Recruitment agencies are particularly susceptible to breaches due to the sheer volume of personal data they sit on. Here are four of the top things recruitment agencies can do to strengthen their security.

Over half of workers have spent time during lockdown searching for a new role, according to latest research, with the jobseekers’ market set to surge when those furloughed and working from home return to work.

As a result of the recent pandemic many businesses are still in survival mode or paralysed from growth, but for others it has been an opportunity to tap into new markets or reinvent themselves. The bold are taking a leap of faith, with the view that recovery will come by launching a new venture. The disruption caused by Covid-19 has regrettably led to numerous layoffs in recruitment, with great talent being let go. However, for many this has been a positive catalyst for change and motivation to start up their own business. But building a profitable recruitment agency is no small task, it takes courage and determination and a network to support you. So given the current economic landscape is now a good time to start-up your new recruitment agency? Speaking to our clients and leaders in the market, here’s a round-up of thoughts and considerations. And for more practical guidance and quick tips our Start-Up Recruitment Agency Toolkit is packed full of helpful advice to support you along the way.

"Management can maintain a degree of control over employee activities and ask them to justify why tasks are not being completed. "

"Many companies have still not got to grips with their IT investment."

Better technology has been crucial in the rise of flexible working, making a significant difference to women with families when it comes to following their career ambitions.

“As technology continues to advance at a pace, Artificial Intelligence Specialists will become even more crucial across multiple roles and sectors."

"Providing more opportunities for people to work closer to home can have a tremendous effect."

33 per cent feel that they don’t have the means to be as environmentally friendly as they would like to at work. 

“Are they going to get distracted easily, or will it help to boost their productivity?"

“Missing out on family moments and dropping extra-curricular interests is only going to lead to miserable workers."