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Just over a week ago, we held our 25th anniversary lunch at Quaglino's. It was a magical event, not only celebrating the achievements of APSCo but also celebrating those who’ve helped us on our journey these past 25 years: our members, partners, our main sponsor, Kingsbridge Group, and the dedicated APSCo team behind the scenes. 🥂 Thank you to everyone who has made these last 25 years so successful, and here’s to another 25! #APSCo25 🎷 Atila Swing Band

We are excited to invite our UK community to APSCo Asia's Mid-Year Global Economic Update webinar, completely free of charge. 🌏🆓 🗓 Tuesday, July 9th 🕗 08:00 a.m. This is the 2nd 2024 APSCo Asia economic update from ICICI Bank, India’s 2nd largest bank with expertise across the region, and will feature their Head of Economics Research, Sameer Narang, presenting on pivotal topics that impact both global and Asian job markets. Not only will this be an informative, worthwhile update on global market trends, but a fascinating insight to the ASEAN region for those looking to expand their operations. Topics will include a global macroeconomic commentary, the regional ASEAN environment, and the outlook and current economic indicators for countries including Singapore and Malaysia. Register for this 🆓 webinar here: https://lnkd.in/eiji3zY4 For more information on this webinar, and on APSCo Asia, please email Baz Sultana at bazgha.sultana@apsco.org. 📩 #EconomicUpdate #GlobalEconomy #JobMarket #Asia #ASEAN

Exclusive to APSCo, members can claim a free Cyber Security MOT from Atlas Cloud – Reassuringly Secure IT. The high-level analysis is designed for non-technical business leaders to gauge risk and give peace of mind in cyber security. It also proves a useful point of due diligence to demonstrate to insurers or regulatory bodies when necessary. Claim yours today – email Atlas Cloud’s CEO directly at pete.watson@atlascloud.co.uk. #APSCo #TrustedPartner #OfferOfTheWeek

📢 APSCo Responds to Labour's Election Landslide! Recruiters are waking up (or went to bed) to the news of a Labour landslide victory in the #UKGeneralElection. Tania Bowers, Global Public Policy Director at APSCo, congratulates the new Labour Government on their victory and emphasises the importance of a flexible labour market for growth. Details of Sir Keir Starmer's new cabinet will be announced quickly today, and he must act to make his mark on the slightly improving economic landscape. Some key pointers for recruiters: - Labour has its mandate for the introduction of the Employment Rights Bill in the first 100 days. This will create new rights for workers and employees including day one rights, improved statutory sick pay and a ban on exploitative zero contract hours.  - Labour will be focusing efforts on reducing NHS waiting lists and increasing appointment numbers - which they will struggle to do without agency workers. - Labour will be setting up Skills England and acting quickly to establish its growth and skills levy. APSCo is expecting fast and quick consultation with business ahead of significant changes and will continue to drive home the value and differentiation of professional recruitment and the highly skilled flexible labour market Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/d3ai2FAj #APSCo #Elections

The recent APSCo Credit Control Forum was as interactive as usual with many comments and questions from attendees. Chair Barry Cullen, of recLAW - lawyers for recruiters covered how the Fixed Cost Regime has been extended and how to look out for the pitfalls when recovering money through the courts. Rebecca Liddle of Marsh Commercial explained how credit insurance works with examples of how it can work where bad debt protection may not. Attendees had lots of key takeaways including: -The extent and repercussions of the fixed cost regime -The difference between bad debt protection and credit insurance -Credit insurance is flexible -Many credit insurers’ procedures can be part of your due diligence -Credit insurance information can help with scam avoidance Our next Credit Control Forum is December 3rd, to find out more or make suggestions for topics, please let Maxine Hart or Sushil Sidhu know. #APSCo #CreditControl #Recruitment

What do you find most challenging about implementing AI in recruitment? Implementing AI isn’t without challenges, particularly concerning data protection, privacy, and ethical considerations. What do you find most challenging about integrating AI into your recruitment processes? APSCo's Legal and Compliance team has compiled a comprehensive 10-step AI compliance guide for Members here: https://lnkd.in/eBkBzCVJ #APSCo #AI #AiInRecruitment

The June APSCo FD Forum, kindly sponsored by NatWest Group, was an energetic and dynamic gathering to discuss topics with the theme of navigating cyber risk and strategies for sustainable growth. Attendees were lucky enough to hear from Gallagher’s Jake Taylor DIP CII, who delved into the realm of cybercrime and its unprecedented sophistication. He shared some of the financial implications of potential risks such as data asset loss, cyber extortion, and privacy liabilities and emphasised the need for insurance to protect businesses against cybercrime.      A brilliant session delivered by Neil Parker, gave the audience an update on the economy and interest rates against the current political backdrop. He also covered strategies to capitalise on opportunities that optimise financial performance amidst these prevailing market conditions.    A great event was capped off with an insightful and expert panel session chaired by Keith W., which explored strategies to capitalise on opportunities and optimise financial performance in today’s economic climate.  Thanks to the panel members Danielle Padfield, Dean Rogers and Adam Capper.   We’re already taking booking for the next FD Forum in October, and we highly recommend you book your space now by heading to the event page: https://lnkd.in/ePuq-nfQ Jackie Torr Maxine Hart

When the polls close at 10pm on 4 July, workers in leisure centres and town halls across the country will begin counting millions of votes that will determine the election results. 🗳️ Download Cavendish's Guide to Election Night for a comprehensive play-by-play of how the #UKelection will unfold. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dy7vDfQT #APSCo #Recruitment

📢 APSCo Insight - with Vacancysoft – Market Opportunities for Recruiters, post July 4 With election day pending, the big question is, what will this mean for the job market, and what are the opportunities for the astute? Join us as Vacancysoft presents a detailed analysis of Q2 and looks ahead to the second half of the year. Key Takeaways: -Market verticals that outperformed in 2024 and predictions for H2. -The impact of AI/IT on job market skills. -Regional analysis under a potential Labour government. -Companies to watch and how recruiters can stay ahead. APSCo Insight - with Vacancysoft – Market opportunities for Recruiters, post July 4 https://lnkd.in/dXKsSY6M #Recruitment #JobMarket #APSCoInsight #LabourMarket #SkillsInDemand

Following the launch of the party manifestos, APSCo has prepared a Party Manifesto Analysis to help members identify the key issues relevant to their business. It’s been a challenging few years for recruiters, coming down from the Covid boom and managing a supply-side crisis of skilled candidate shortages and increasing costs of running a business. The sector is looking for a government to deliver the much promised, so far elusive economic growth. If you haven’t already, access the APSCo Manifesto here. A two-page summary and full version are available for members: https://lnkd.in/e_qZWEZg #APSCo #Manifesto #Manifesto2024