Recruitment & Employment Confederation

Recruitment & Employment Confederation As the voice of the recruitment industry, we champion high standards, speak up for great recruiters,

04/09/2026

Watching last year's winners take to the stage is a reminder of what the are all about — celebrating exceptional people and the businesses helping shape our industry.

This year's winners will be revealed live on 5 November, and there's only one way to experience the atmosphere, anticipation and celebrations: be in the room.

Treat your team to a well-earned evening at the InterContinental London – The O2 and book your table today 👉https://bit.ly/4euRBzK

Fair chance hiring doesn’t mean ignoring risk. It means assessing it properly.In the latest episode of the podcast, Ne...
04/09/2026

Fair chance hiring doesn’t mean ignoring risk. It means assessing it properly.

In the latest episode of the podcast, Neil Carberry is joined by Neil Wood from the Fair Chance Business Alliance and Simon Blockley from HeadFirst Global to discuss how employers can make more informed hiring decisions about people with criminal records.

As Neil Wood put it: “It’s about risk, absolutely. It’s about informed decision making.”

They explore how outdated assumptions can exclude skilled people before their suitability for a role is properly considered, and how recruiters can help clients balance risk with opportunity.

🎧 Listen to the episode: https://bit.ly/494WfSj

What does it take to be a great recruiter?The REC Academy’s popular Introduction to Recruitment course explores the skil...
04/09/2026

What does it take to be a great recruiter?

The REC Academy’s popular Introduction to Recruitment course explores the skills, behaviours and mindset behind successful recruitment — from mastering the fundamentals to building relationships, improving efficiency, strengthening your sales approach and setting ambitious goals.

Whether you're new to recruitment or looking to sharpen your approach, it’s practical learning designed to help you build confidence and perform at your best.

Corporate members: make the most of what’s already included in your membership. Get your team set up and start learning today.
👉 https://bit.ly/4bT7eBt

The employment landscape is changing fast. What does it mean for recruiters?Join us for our next Talking Recruitment web...
03/09/2026

The employment landscape is changing fast. What does it mean for recruiters?

Join us for our next Talking Recruitment webinar as REC experts discuss the latest policy developments affecting the recruitment industry, what we're campaigning for on behalf of recruiters, and what businesses need to be thinking about next.

We'll look at the latest developments around Guaranteed Hours, the changing political landscape and other key issues affecting recruiters and employers.

📅 24 September
🎟️ Free to attend

👉 https://bit.ly/4zQSlcB

03/09/2026

Recruitment is built on trust—not one coffee.

At , Donna Parker, Managing Director Network NI at Staffline Ireland, shared a powerful reminder about what makes recruitment a true professional service: relationships built over time, honest advice and the confidence to tell a client when you aren't the right answer. In a market where technology can increasingly handle the transactional, trust, expertise and genuine partnership are where recruitment can continue to stand apart.

🎥 Hear more from Donna and explore the conversations from RECLive26.

👉 Watch the highlights:https://bit.ly/4wbkGrX

Are you an employment law expert with first-hand experience of the recruitment industry? The REC is looking for an exper...
02/09/2026

Are you an employment law expert with first-hand experience of the recruitment industry?

The REC is looking for an experienced associate trainer to deliver our Recruitment Law: Understanding the Essentials and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) programmes. We're seeking someone who combines strong legal expertise with practical recruitment sector knowledge and can engage, challenge and support recruitment professionals through high-quality training delivery.

Interested? Read more and express your interest today 👉https://bit.ly/3UUGcmI

02/09/2026

Last year looked like this. What will this year look like for you?

The are your chance to step away from the day-to-day and celebrate the people who make recruitment happen. Last year's highlights were full of incredible achievements, winning moments and teams celebrating together — and this year's promises to be just as special.

We're heading to a new home at the InterContinental London – The O2 on 5 November, with plenty of nearby accommodation options to make staying over easy and affordable. So gather your team, treat them to a night they deserve and join us for recruitment's biggest celebration.

Book your table now and make this year's one to remember.👉https://bit.ly/4euRBzK

The legal landscape for recruiters is changing fast. Is your business prepared?Join us in Manchester for the REC’s Legal...
02/09/2026

The legal landscape for recruiters is changing fast. Is your business prepared?

Join us in Manchester for the REC’s Legal & Compliance Seminar, where our legal and policy specialists will explore the key developments affecting recruitment businesses and what they mean in practice.

We’ll look at consultations on guaranteed hours and holiday pay, unfair dismissal reforms, considerations for temporary-to-permanent hiring, key compliance updates and more.

You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of what is changing, the potential implications for your business and the practical steps you should be considering now. There will also be an opportunity to put your questions directly to our experts.

📅 19 October
📍 JMW, Manchester
🎟️ Free for REC members

Book your place: https://bit.ly/4bUwNRZ

Think a qualification means hours of studying after work? Let’s talk. 👀If you’ve been considering an REC Qualification b...
01/09/2026

Think a qualification means hours of studying after work? Let’s talk. 👀

If you’ve been considering an REC Qualification but aren’t sure how you’d fit studying around a busy recruitment career, our Virtual Open Day is a good place to start.

We’ll take you behind the scenes of the learning experience — what you’ll actually study, how the process works, what support you’ll get and what it’s really like learning with the REC.

You’ll also hear directly from one of our expert tutors and have the chance to ask the questions you’ve been wondering about.

🎓 REC Qualifications Virtual Open Day
📅 29 September | 🕛 12:00–13:00 | 💻 Online
Register now 👉https://bit.ly/4gppm6y

📊 What does UK recruitment really contribute to the economy? Every year, our Recruitment Industry Status Report helps an...
01/09/2026

📊 What does UK recruitment really contribute to the economy?

Every year, our Recruitment Industry Status Report helps answer that question. And the evidence starts with REC members.

The RISR 2025/26 survey is now open.

By sharing your data, you’ll help us build a comprehensive picture of the size, performance and impact of UK recruitment. That gives us stronger evidence to represent the industry and gives REC members exclusive market intelligence to support their businesses.

There will be an opportunity to enter our prize draw at the end, with the chance to win one of two Amazon gift vouchers worth £100!

This year, we’re also asking members about AI to understand how it’s being used across recruitment, the impact it’s having and what it could mean for the skills recruiters need in the future.

It takes around 15 minutes.

👉 REC Corporate members check your inbox for ‘RISR’ for your invitation to the survey.

Address

20 Queen Elizabeth Street
London
SE12LS

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442070092100

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Recruitment & Employment Confederation posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Recruitment & Employment Confederation:

Shortcuts

Share

Category