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HR resources with a particular focus on the major regions we recruit in. These come in the form of market updates and insights, industry news, opinion pieces, salary guides and more – all valuable for HR professionals and the companies who hire them.

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Talent acquisition trends in New York

Posted May 30, 2025

New York City, a global hub for finance, technology, media, and fashion, is constantly evolving in its approach to talent acquisition. As organizations strive to attract and retain top talent, several key trends are shaping the landscape. Here’s an in-depth look at the current talent acquisition trends in New York: Adoption of AI and automation […]

Market Update

Employee engagement in professional services: why now is the time to rethink your people strategy

Posted May 23, 2025

The professional services sector is facing a period of uncertainty. In the UK, legal and professional services firms are navigating a cautious and slow-moving market. While the US shares many of these challenges, this article focuses on the UK and how businesses can use this time to strengthen their people strategy. Despite the current climate, […]

Abigail Benham and Carl Robson

Financial Services

Navigating the unknown: how employee relations leaders can prepare for the future of employment law in financial services

Posted May 21, 2025

As the financial services sector braces for a wave of legislative change, HR leaders are being called upon to do more than just react – they must anticipate, educate and lead. In a recent conversation hosted by Abigail Benham, manager at Frazer Jones, Carl Robson, a seasoned HR leader with experience across more than 20 […]

Payroll

Payroll in 2025: why now’s the time to future-proof your career

Posted May 6, 2025

In today’s evolving business environment, payroll has never been more critical – or more complex. As we move through 2025, professionals in the payroll space are facing new challenges, new opportunities, and a host of technological advancements that are reshaping payroll functions across every sector. John O’Brien, Executive Director at Frazer Jones and the UK’s leading executive payroll recruiter, […]

Hiring advice

What to look for when hiring a payroll professional

Posted May 6, 2025

Hiring the right payroll professional is crucial for any organization. Payroll professionals ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time, which directly impacts employee satisfaction and organizational efficiency. Here are key factors to consider when hiring a payroll professional: Educational background and certifications A strong educational background is essential for a payroll professional. Most […]

Market Insight

Hiring trends in financial services: Data-driven HR, flexibility, and the rise of AI

Posted April 30, 2025

In the evolving landscape of financial services, hiring trends are shifting to reflect a renewed focus on talent acquisition, data fluency, and technological integration. Brad Law and Yana Ivanova from Fraser Jones recently shared insights into how HR hiring is transforming across the U.S. financial services sector. Rebuilding talent acquisition teams Over the past year, […]

Payroll

The DBA law and payroll in the Netherlands – why freelance payroll professionals are in high demand

Posted April 10, 2025

As businesses face increasing complexity in HR operations, global compliance and workforce flexibility, freelance payroll professionals have become more essential and in demand than ever. From supporting transitions to managing international payroll, these experts offer critical knowledge that businesses often need on short notice. Hiring freelance specialists, especially in payroll, requires a strong understanding of […]

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Technology

AI in the workplace: empowering HR with intelligence, not replacing it

Posted May 30, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept—it’s actively reshaping how we work, especially in the HR space. Lauren Buxbaum, an organizational psychologist and AI expert at Agility Advisors, recently shared her insights in a Frazer Jones discussion, highlighting how AI is transforming HR functions while emphasizing the importance of ethical and thoughtful implementation. […]

Georgie Procter and Abigail Benham

Leadership

Redefining retention: how culture, coaching and capability are shaping HR in 2025

Posted May 22, 2025

As we move further into 2025, the conversation around talent retention, employee experience and workplace culture is evolving rapidly. In a recent discussion between Abigail Benham, Manager and Georgie Procter, Senior Consultant, the two explored the shifting expectations across HR roles – from junior professionals to senior leaders – and what businesses must do to […]

Hiring advice

How HR can prepare for the future of work: Navigating disruption, dispersed teams, and organisational change

Posted May 15, 2025

As the pace of change accelerates, HR professionals are navigating an increasingly complex landscape. In a recent conversation between Aseel and Carl Robson, a senior HR director with a global remit, the spotlight was placed on the role of human resources in supporting dispersed teams through disruption – and why listening, learning, and adaptability are […]

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