What could employment status reform mean for recruiters? The Government is consulting on changes to worker status tests, stronger enforcement and new protections for the self-employed. Find out what the proposals could mean for your business. 📅 Consultation closes on 8 January 2027 🔗 bit.ly/4sjW3bq

What does it take to be a great recruiter? The REC Academy’s popular Introduction to Recruitment course explores the skills, behaviours and mindset behind successful recruitment — from mastering the fundamentals to building relationships, improving efficiency, strengthening your sales approach and setting ambitious goals. Whether you're new to recruitment or looking to sharpen your approach, it’s practical learning designed to help you build confidence and perform at your best. Corporate members: make the most of what’s already included in your membership. Get your team set up and start learning today. 👉 bit.ly/4qGPDBv #RECAcademy #RecruitmentCareer #ProfessionalDevelopment #RecruitmentTraining

The music’s playing, the drinks are flowing and someone’s already claimed the dancefloor. With the #RECAwards26 just around the corner, we’re looking forward to another night of celebrating the people who make recruitment what it is — with great company, live entertainment and plenty of reasons to raise a glass. We’ll see you on 5 November at the InterContinental London – The O2. And if last year is anything to go by, the dancefloor won’t stay empty for long. 👉bit.ly/4ezmN0R #RECAwards #RECAwards2026

🚨November is shaping up to be a busy month for REC-TRN Member Meetups, with seven events taking place across the country. From London to Glasgow, Newcastle to Cambridge, we’re bringing recruitment leaders together to discuss the issues affecting their businesses, hear the latest industry insight and share ideas with their peers. These will be our last Member Meetups of 2026, so if you haven’t joined us this year, now’s your chance. Come along to hear what’s happening across the sector, exchange perspectives and help inform the conversations and priorities we focus on when we return in 2027. Register for your local meetup now. 👉 bit.ly/4sJIhOe

🚨Sold out in just one day! Our free member workshop, The gift of time, has filled up in record time. In partnership with Curo, we’ll be exploring how Microsoft Copilot can help recruitment businesses save time, streamline everyday tasks and focus on what matters most. Missed out? You can join the waiting list in case a space becomes available. bit.ly/47yPb04 #Recruitment #AI #MicrosoftCopilot

Does every job that asks for a degree really need one? In the latest #TalkingRecruitment, Matthew Burney from Indeed joins Maxine Bligh to discuss skills-based hiring, apprenticeships and recognising transferable skills. 🎧 Listen: bit.ly/491w1jK

Experience teaches you a lot in recruitment. But what about the legislation behind your decisions? The best practices that protect your clients and candidates? The commercial knowledge that helps you deliver better results? An #RECQualification helps you connect experience with professional expertise, giving you the knowledge and confidence to approach your role with greater authority. Whether you're building your foundations or developing your skills further, there's a qualification to support your next step. Don't just learn on the job. Build your professional knowledge with the REC. Explore REC Qualifications today 👉bit.ly/3IT6BID

💫This is what we come together for! 👏The applause. The excitement when the winners are announced.🥳 The colleagues cheering each other on. 🍾The celebrations that continue long after the ceremony. The #RECAwards26 are about more than trophies. They’re about recognising the people behind recruitment’s success and celebrating an industry that keeps moving forward, even in challenging times. On 5 November, we’ll be back together at the InterContinental London – The O2 to celebrate the very best of recruitment, with magician and presenter Ben Hanlin bringing his own touch of magic to the evening. 🪄 We’re counting down to a night of recognition, celebration and some unforgettable moments. Who else is getting excited? #RECAwards #RECAwards2026

The latest ONS figures show a mixed picture for UK hiring. Employment is up, but falling vacancies suggest employers remain cautious. We're calling for action in the Budget to boost business confidence and support hiring. Read our response: bit.ly/3WBR35O

Cyber security is no longer just an IT issue. It’s a board-level commercial risk. At #RECLive26, Seb Maley, CEO of Qdos, highlighted why recruitment leaders need to take data security seriously as they introduce more AI tools. Recruitment businesses hold valuable personal data. Knowing what you hold, where it sits, who can access it and what happens if something goes wrong is essential. Innovation brings opportunity. But without clear governance, staff training and an incident response plan, it also brings risk. Watch Seb’s highlight for practical advice on protecting your business — and explore more insights from RECLive26. 👉 View the RECLive26 highlights:👉 bit.ly/4ya0ZlB

Better pay for young people matters, but wage increases must not reduce opportunities to enter work. A new survey found 48% of employers expect higher costs if the minimum wage gap narrows further. Our response: bit.ly/481QGUJ

Sometimes, the most useful conversations happen when you get a room of recruitment leaders together. That’s been the focus of our recent Member Roundtables and REC-TRN Member Meetups: sharing market insight, discussing the changes affecting recruitment businesses and learning from people facing similar challenges. From understanding the latest industry developments to exploring how AI and changing regulation affect the way we work, these sessions offer space to ask questions, exchange ideas and hear different perspectives. There’s still time to join us before the end of the year. Come along to your local meetup and be part of the conversation. Find an upcoming event and book your place:👉 bit.ly/4sJIhOe A big thank you to the business partners who joined us at these events and helped bring members together for valuable discussions and shared insight: EBC Global, Marsh Commercial and meetDWIGHT.

Considering a bid for the Value Match framework? Join our webinar to find out who can bid and what the tender will involve. 📅 27 October, 15:00–16:00 | Online Exclusive to REC Corporate members. Book: bit.ly/4BhxH6b #EducationRecruitment

🎯 Big learning impact. Bite-sized convenience. The REC Academy brings you flexible, self-curated training to fit around your busy schedule. Whether you're starting out or leading a team, there’s expert content ready for you — included in your Corporate Membership. Make sure your team is making the most of it! 🌟 👉 Get started here: bit.ly/4qGPDBv #RECAcademy #RecruitmentTraining #InvestInYourTeam

We had a positive day joining REC members at today’s DWP Jobs Fair in Nottingham and spoke with Employment Minister Andrew Western about helping young people into work and our work with Maximus connecting Restart participants with vacancies.

Plans to get young people into work will fall short unless employers can afford to hire. We’re calling on the Chancellor to cut employer National Insurance and back flexible routes into work at the Budget. Read more: bit.ly/3VR2HJQ #FutureofWork

Does the job really need a degree? Indeed’s Matthew Burney joins Maxine Bligh to discuss apprenticeships, transferable skills and how employers can recognise potential in our latest #TalkingRecruitment podcast Listen: bit.ly/491w1jK

Recruiting in health and social care? Join our Sector Group meeting for legal and policy updates, expert insight and discussion with fellow recruiters. 📅 18 November, 13:00–15:00 📍 REC, London Free for REC members. Book: bit.ly/4hTNxe2

📌 Build your credibility as an in-house recruiter with the Level 3 Certificate in In-House Recruitment (CertIHR). This industry-recognised qualification is tailored specifically for in-house recruitment professionals and has already helped individuals across sectors like tech, healthcare, engineering and public services take their careers to the next level. The enrolment deadline for the February exam is 12 November. Enrol now and be qualified in 2027!🚨👉bit.ly/3IT6BID #RECQualifications #CertIHR

🪄The guest list is up to you... Your hardest-working colleague? Invite them. Your best client? Bring them along. The team that’s kept everything moving through a demanding year? They’ve earned their place. The REC Awards 2026 are about recognising the people behind recruitment’s success — and your table is an opportunity to bring those people together for a night worth celebrating. Join us on 5 November at the InterContinental London – The O2, with Ben Hanlin hosting the evening. You choose the guests. We’ll take care of the occasion. Book your table now. 👉bit.ly/4ezmN0R #RECAwards #RECAwards2026