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What the World Cup can teach us about building high-performing teams

Building a high-performing team takes more than talent. Mike Jones, Regional Director for Reed, and avid football fan, shares what he thinks the World Cup can teach us about hiring for balance, resilience, and long-term success.

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Embracing change: opportunities in the evolving technology job market

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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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From AI to M&A: Navigating financial services recruitment in 2026

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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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Navigating the 2026 marketing landscape: trends, salaries and skills

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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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The human touch: Navigating the 2026 sales labour market

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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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Procurement and supply chain in 2026: Adapting to a new era of challenges

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Adam Norris, Procurement, Supply Chain and Industrial Expert at Reed, explores how economic caution, ESG priorities, and evolving skill demands are reshaping the sector in 2026. From integrated roles to sustainability and talent shortages, he reveals what businesses must do to stay competitive.

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The new rules of scientific hiring: Flexibility, data, and digital growth

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Adam Buckland, Regional Director – Scientific at Reed, explores how funding pressures, digital innovation, and shifting workforce expectations are transforming the scientific sector in 2026. From the rise of computational biology to flexible work models and automation, he reveals what employers need to know.

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Salary and benefit trends in 2026: What employers need to know

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Are your current packages enough to bridge the growing 'comfort gap,' or are you at risk of losing talent to competitors offering better financial security? In this article, we explore the latest insights into salary and benefit trends, helping you navigate the evolving demands of the modern job market.

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Navigating the shift: insights into the private sector HR market

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Alexia Catt, Private Sector HR Expert at Reed, shares insights on how HR teams are adapting to economic pressures and evolving workplace expectations. From hybrid working to culture and cost-efficiency, she explores what’s shaping HR in 2026.

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