Employment stories

Ignition has bolstered its executive leadership team with the appointments of Greg Strickland as CEO and Amy Foo as CFO, aiming for future growth.

Hertsmere Borough Council has approved DC01UK's plans for a vast data centre, set to be Europe's largest, with a £3.75 billion investment.

A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.

LinkedIn's research reveals that 59% of Australians are eyeing new jobs in 2025, yet 51% face ghosting from employers amid a challenging market.

Software provider Codatech has rebranded as Finity, launching a new recfintech platform to streamline recruitment payments for the temporary sector.

The UK has launched its AI Opportunities Action Plan to bolster public sector integration and economic growth, amidst mixed reactions from industry leaders.

A recent survey reveals that 77% of New Zealand business leaders are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty as they prepare for 2025.

A recent Gartner study reveals a drop in job offers, with only 63% of candidates receiving offers in Q3 2024, down from 73% last year.

A global survey reveals over half of businesses predict AI will replace 10% of job roles in the next five years, signalling significant workforce shifts.

A Slack report reveals 52% of Singaporean workers use AI, yet 45% are hesitant to disclose this, fearing perceptions of incompetence.

The Canberra Innovation Network has boosted the Australian Capital Territory's economy, adding AUD $196 million to its Gross State Product in 2024.

ScotlandIS has launched its annual Technology Industry survey, seeking insights from the tech sector to inform its 2025 report amidst ongoing challenges.

Australia's Not-for-Profit sector is struggling with technology adoption, facing major challenges in digital capabilities, according to Infoxchange's latest report.

Litera has acquired Office & Dragons to enhance its legal tech offerings, leveraging automation and AI to improve document workflows for legal professionals.

A new analysis reveals that job postings mentioning Generative AI have tripled in Australia, highlighting varied adoption trends across sectors.

New Zealand firm Orb360 is set to enter the Australian market, employing a unique model that pairs Kiwi accountants with counterparts in India.

A Capterra study reveals 73% of Australian job seekers use AI tools to enhance employability, sparking ethical concerns amid a competitive market.

A survey reveals half of Australian tech workers may work remotely from holiday spots, with 17% already doing so without employer notification.

A revolutionary shift in recruitment technology is transforming the job market, empowering candidates to say, 'A job came looking for me!'.

Sarah Bills, the new Randstad NZ director, aims to confront recruitment challenges amid economic shifts and a growing focus on diversity in the sector.