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More than half of UK workers are considering their next move before the year ends, according to a recent survey. The su...
20/10/2026

More than half of UK workers are considering their next move before the year ends, according to a recent survey.

The survey of 1,000 workers found 53% are already seeking a new role, or plan to do so, before the end of 2026. The top employee motivations behind the decision:

1. Better work-life balance or more manageable workloads (38%)
2. Career progression (35%)
3. Improved benefits and perks (34%)

The message for employers is clear: a strong Employee Value Proposition isn’t just about attracting talent , it’s critical to retaining talent too. In a competitive talent market, this could make the difference between keeping your best people or losing them to your competitor.

Want to keep your best talent? Our Pulse Employee Surveys provide a snapshot of your current workforce satisfaction levels, whilst our Employee Value Proposition Audit provides the roadmap to both attracting new talent and retaining your existing stars.

Email [email protected] to get started today.

Are you overpaying for contractors? From differing supplier margins and terms to inconsistent rate negotiations, contrac...
15/10/2026

Are you overpaying for contractors?

From differing supplier margins and terms to inconsistent rate negotiations, contractor's pay can vary significantly across your organisation. And without a clear view of the data, it’s difficult to know whether you’re paying a fair market rate or carrying unnecessary cost.

With The Curve Group's Contingent Workforce Audit, you can uncover what you should actually be paying for your contingent workers, plus so much more.

Along with a comprehensive cost and supplier review, you'll also receive a complete contingent worker report - a worker-by-worker record of validated information with gap and risk assessment highlighting missing information, potential compliance issues and areas for further investigation. Plus you'll be able to put the findings into action with prioritised recommendations to strengthen controls and improve future management of your contingent workforce.

Take control of your contractor spending today. Visit: https://zurl.co/b0h3a for more or email [email protected]

PRESS RELEASE: Gatehouse Bank Renews Long-Standing Talent Partnership with The Curve GroupGatehouse Bank has renewed its...
14/10/2026

PRESS RELEASE: Gatehouse Bank Renews Long-Standing Talent Partnership with The Curve Group

Gatehouse Bank has renewed its long-standing talent partnership with The Curve Group, reaffirming its commitment to a strategic Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) model that has supported the Bank’s growth and talent acquisition since 2018.

Now entering its eighth year, the partnership has evolved far beyond traditional recruitment outsourcing into a truly embedded talent acquisition function that supports workforce planning, market intelligence and attracts specialist financial services talent.

As organisations continue to face increasing competition for specialist talent, Recruitment Process Outsourcing is increasingly being adopted as a strategic solution that provides greater consistency, scalability and visibility across the recruitment lifecycle.

For Gatehouse Bank, the continued partnership ensures access to an experienced recruitment team that understands the organisation, its culture and the specialist skills required to support its future growth.

Read the full press release and statements from Joanna Collings, Chief People Officer at Gatehouse Bank, and Jeanette Ramsden, CEO at The Curve Group here: Gatehouse Bank Renews Talent Partnership with The Curve Group

13/10/2026

Why your neurodiversity programme isn't working.

In our latest Light Relief episode, Sarah Tancell from Neuro-D joins Jeanette Ramsden and Kelly York from The Curve Group to explore why businesses need to move beyond awareness campaigns and instead create meaningful, everyday inclusion.

Because neuro-inclusion isn't about:

❌ One awareness week
❌ A single training session
❌ Ticking a box
❌ Having a policy that sits on the intranet

It's about creating a culture where neurodiverse individuals have the psychological security to disclose such personal information without fear of judgement. And what's more, it's about what happens afterwards. How does their manager respond? What adjustments are considered?

The conversation is honest, practical and full of insights for leaders and HR professionals.

🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://zurl.co/tB5ht

The expectations placed on HR have expanded significantly. Alongside the day-to-day realities of employee relations, com...
08/10/2026

The expectations placed on HR have expanded significantly. Alongside the day-to-day realities of employee relations, compliance and recruitment, HR teams are now expected to drive workforce planning, improve people data, develop managers, strengthen engagement, optimise technology and support wider organisational change.

The challenge isn't that HR leaders don't know what needs to be done. Very often, they know exactly what needs to be done.

They're simply trying to balance too many competing priorities with the resource they have available.

HR support needs to evolve alongside these growing expectations. The answer isn't always to recruit more permanent people or restructure the team. Sometimes it's about giving good HR people access to additional expertise or delivery capacity so they can actually get the things they know matter done, and done well.

It's also an important part of why we designed HR Essentials to work flexibly around existing HR teams, providing additional expertise and capacity where it's needed rather than assuming every organisation needs the same solution.

Sometimes the smartest investment isn't more people. It's giving good people the capacity to succeed.

Find out more about HR Essentials here: https://zurl.co/XhHOF

07/10/2026

NEW EPISODE! Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Are you overlooking a huge talent pool?

In our latest episode of A Little Bit of Light Relief, Jeanette Ramsden and Kelly York from The Curve Group are joined by Sarah Tancell, founder of Neuro-D, to discuss neurodiversity in the workplace.

One of the key messages from the conversation is that neurodivergent talent isn't necessarily something businesses need to go out and recruit - the talent is already present within your workplace. The real challenge is whether your workplace is creating the environment where neurodivergent talent can thrive.

With an estimated 1 in 5 people neurodivergent, this important conversation discusses why awareness isn't enough, the role of leaders and line managers, and the significance of understanding that neurodiversity is not a deficit but a difference.

🎥 Watch the full conversation and join the discussion: https://zurl.co/oIxgT

What could your organisation do differently to unlock more of the talent it already has?

Has the rise in National Insurance Contributions (NICs) caused you to scale back hiring? According to a recent report, h...
06/10/2026

Has the rise in National Insurance Contributions (NICs) caused you to scale back hiring?

According to a recent report, higher NICs along with increases to the national living wage, new costs relating to the Employment Rights Act and wider pressures from energy bills and borrowing have all negatively impacted recruitment.

Now, the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) is calling for employer National Insurance to be reduced from 15% to 14% to reduce the cost of employment and encourage businesses to increase hiring again.

Furthermore, CBI have proposed extending the NIC exemption to under-25s to encourage the return of entry level roles.

Do you agree with their proposals?

Read the full article here: https://zurl.co/RqMmN

In a world where we can work from almost anywhere, it’s easy to forget the value of simply being together.Face-to-face i...
01/10/2026

In a world where we can work from almost anywhere, it’s easy to forget the value of simply being together.

Face-to-face interaction creates something that a Teams call or email can’t always replicate - the spontaneous conversations, the shared laughs, and the connections that build stronger teams.

That’s why days like our All Together Day are so important.

They’re not just about getting people into the same room. They’re about creating opportunities to connect outside of our usual roles and routines, build relationships, share ideas and strengthen our culture.

And, of course, no All Together Day would be complete without food!

Your job advert isn't enough. As the talent market becomes more competitive and skill demands continue to shift, it’s mo...
30/09/2026

Your job advert isn't enough.

As the talent market becomes more competitive and skill demands continue to shift, it’s more important than ever to work with a partner who knows where and how to find the right people beyond candidates actively looking.

That's why, you need to ask the questions that matter:

- What are the critical skills required for the role?
- What industries, sectors or career paths have transferrable skillsets?
- How does your role compare to the market in terms of responsibilities, remuneration and career progression?
- How does your Employee Value Proposition influence a candidate's decision to switch jobs?
- What skills can be developed, and what culturally is a non-negotiable?

Our meticulous recruitment process then identifies a shortlist of high-calibre individuals who aren't just qualified for the role, but aligned with your culture, ambitions and long-term goals.

And the results speak for themselves.

We've successfully recruited for urgent, Private & Confidential roles where we couldn't even disclose the client's name.

We've filled roles in under 28 days that had previously remained open for 24 months or more.

Because when the right talent is critical to your business, you can't afford to rely on who happens to see your job advert.

Ready to elevate your next hire? Get in touch with us at [email protected]

The shortcut that saves you money today could be costing you your business tomorrow.AI and automation are helping busine...
29/09/2026

The shortcut that saves you money today could be costing you your business tomorrow.

AI and automation are helping businesses become more efficient - but are some organisations making a short-term gain at the expense of their future talent pipeline?

A survey of 1,000+ UK business leaders, commissioned by Lancaster University’s Work Foundation, found that:

- 36% of employers have reduced entry-level opportunities for young people over the past year.
- That figure rises to 46% among large organisations.
- 43% said investment in AI or automation investment had reduced entry-level roles.

Reducing junior roles may lead to financial gains in the short-term, but what happens when there are fewer people developing the skills and experience needed to step into more senior positions? Add to that an ageing population, an increasingly competitive talent market and growing uncertainty around the skills businesses will need in the future, and the risk becomes much bigger.

Instead, future-proofing your business needs to balance tech-wins with building the skills, experience and talent you need in the long-term too.

👉 Want to assess how future-proof your business really is? We're specialists in workforce planning, helping organisations talent map, strengthen succession plans and optimise your people function to build the skills and capability you need for both the immediate future and long-term success.

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