03 November 2025
Future-Ready Recruitment Starts Here
The UK recruitment industry is at a pivotal moment. Valued at over £43 billion and supported by more than 30,000 providers, the sector is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in decades, shaped by economic pressures, talent shortages, and the rapid advancement of technology.
“In my 30 years in recruitment, I’ve never seen a landscape evolve quite like this.” – Russell Smith, Director, Hunter Selection
According to the latest Make UK report, growth is returning to UK manufacturing, largely driven by export demand and recovery in key overseas markets.
But challenges remain:
- 46,000 roles in manufacturing remain unfilled
- The estimated cost to the UK economy is £4 billion a year
- Businesses urgently need talent in automation, data and sustainability
Meanwhile, the IT & Digital sector continues its shift toward agility and flexibility. With 64% of employers now favouring contract roles over permanent placements, high-demand skillsets in AI, Cloud, and Cyber Security are only becoming more critical as we look ahead to 2026.
This is a time of change but also one of opportunity. The recruitment industry of the future belongs to agile, tech-savvy partners who understand the market and can adapt quickly to meet the demands of both clients and candidates.
New accreditations: setting new standards
At Hunter Selection, we’re proud to be leading the evolution and setting new benchmarks for service, compliance, and ethical delivery. We’re delighted to announce two significant new accreditations that reinforce our commitment to high-performance recruitment:
Cirrus Consortium Agency Framework supplier:
Hunter is now an approved supplier to the Cirrus Consortium Agency Framework, providing recruitment services to public sector organisations across the UK. This means:
- We’re pre-approved for Crown Commercial Service (CCS) procurement
- We meet rigorous standards in value, compliance, and quality
- We’re equipped to support hiring across local councils, NHS trusts, housing associations, education bodies, and more
Learn more about our Cirrus Framework approval
Achilles UVDB Verified & Silver Plus Member:
We’re now an Achilles Verified and Silver Plus Member of the Utilities Vendor Database (UVDB), the UK’s leading pre-qualification system for utility sector suppliers.
This status confirms our excellence across:
- Health & safety
- Quality management
- Environmental sustainability
- Ethical employment practices
We achieved an outstanding score of 94% in our first audit, a clear demonstration of our commitment to operating with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
Learn more about our Achilles certification
A recruitment partner you can trust
In a market where compliance, trust, and values matter more than ever, we’re proud to stand alongside the UK’s most responsible and future-focused suppliers.
These new accreditations add to our growing list of credentials, which already includes:
- Certified B Corporation
- Employee Ownership status
- Commitment to Net Zero
- Ongoing work to embed inclusive hiring practices in everything we do
Whether you’re a public sector body, a utility provider, or a private employer looking for smarter recruitment solutions, we’re here to help.
Contact us today:
https://hunterselection.co.uk/contact-us/
