Interim Overview

The London temporary recruitment market has seen renewed employer confidence following a period of economic uncertainty. Temporary hiring is being driven by digital transformation initiatives, and employers are prioritising candidates with hybrid skillsets that combine financial expertise with technological proficiency. This shift is particularly evident in temporary roles supporting digital transformation and regulatory compliance. On the contrary, demand for traditional accountancy support roles has seen a slight decline, indicating a structural shift in the market.

Economic factors continue to influence hiring sentiment. Budget pressures and ongoing economic unpredictability have led to cautious hiring strategies, with moderate growth in temporary placements. However, candidate availability has improved due to workforce restructuring and increased jobseeker activity, helping to stabilise the market. Pay growth for temporary roles remains modest, with starting salaries rising at the slowest pace in recent years.

Temporary to permanent hires continue to be a highly chosen method for hiring managers, allowing flexibility in an ever-changing market. Here’s why:

  • Quicker turnaround in hiring processes due to candidate availability, without compromising on quality
  • Allows flexibility to be maintained during ever-changing circumstances within a business
  • Pre-employment checks are conducted by Vertex Associates prior to a candidate starting
  • Temporary assignments can act as the worker’s probation period
  • A cost-effective option due to Vertex Associates’ 12-month fee cap, meaning clients are not charged twice for the same candidate should they wish to offer them a permanent contract
  • Vertex Associates facilitate payroll for all temporary workers provided

Benefits

Salary:

• 12 Month
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• Agency Fee =
• Total Annual Cost =

£ per day

• 12 Months
• 25 days AL (Pro Rata)
• 8 Public Holidays
• £ pd all inclusive charge
• £

Cost Saving = £

• Investment not at risk
• Only pay for days worked
• Flexible notice period
• Completion bonus
• Payroll through Vertex Associates
• Pre-employment checks