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James Reed CBE, Chairman and CEO has been in recruitment for 34 years, closely watching how companies hire. In a more challenging environment, he gives up-to-date advice on how to find a job when the market is difficult.
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Youth unemployment is rising as entry-level jobs decline. Traditional pathways alone are no longer enough. The Reed ‘All about business entrepreneurs fund’ aims to help by backing young people already building businesses with funding and mentorship.
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Kate Shaffi, Insurance Expert at Reed, examines how economic pressures, regulatory changes, and shifting employee priorities are reshaping the insurance sector. From hybrid working to technical expertise and sustainability, she reveals what employers need to succeed in 2026.
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Daniel Barber, Public Sector HR Expert at Reed, explores how HR roles are evolving from specialist functions to strategic leadership positions. He highlights the importance of culture, flexibility, and technology in shaping the future of public sector HR.
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Michele Smith, Managing Director – Technology at Reed, explores how AI adoption, shifting skill demands, and economic caution are reshaping the tech job market in 2026. From upskilling strategies to the rise of fractional roles, she reveals what employers and professionals need to know.
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Leanne Appleton, Financial Services Expert at Reed, explores how consolidation, technology, and evolving talent expectations are reshaping the sector in 2026. From AI integration to flexible benefits, she reveals what firms must do to stay competitive.
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Bianca Halliburton, Marketing Expert at Reed, explores how shifting trends, salary dynamics, and evolving skill demands are shaping the marketing sector in 2026. From AI integration to the resurgence of traditional methods, she reveals what employers and professionals need to know.
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Dave Oldfield, Sales Expert at Reed, explores how economic shifts, AI integration, and evolving jobseeker priorities are reshaping the sales market in 2026. From SDR demand to the enduring power of human connection, he reveals what businesses and professionals need to succeed.
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