Omni Research – UK Resourcing – Market Insight – May 2025

In a climate of shifting recruitment intentions, rising caution, and concerns around amendments to the Employment Rights Bill, organisations need more than reactive hiring – they need a strategic approach to talent that truly results in a return on investment. At Omni, we understand that fluctuating employment trends and tightening labour markets demand agility, insight, and forward planning.

Although overall hiring intentions have dipped, particularly in construction, the picture isn’t uniform across all sectors. Higher-paid industries such as finance, professional services, public administration, and tech continue to show resilience, with employment intentions holding steady or even improving. Skilled roles remain in demand, and organisations must continue to work hard to attract and retain the talent they need – especially as competition for specialist skills persists despite wider caution in the market.

It’s also important to note that while there is evidence of hiring hesitation, 61% of employers are still recruiting, and if organisations are to sustain and exceed growth, hiring freezes can’t and won’t last indefinitely.