
Global hiring activity is uneven. While application volume is up across regions, hiring outcomes vary — with EMEA gaining traction and the US starting to cool.
The labor market shows surprising strength, with job openings at a 12-month high and applications on the rise. But hiring isn’t keeping pace. So who is filling these open roles and how do job seekers feel about this shift? Dive in to find out.
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Job seekers continue to lean in, but employers are pulling back. The gap between candidate interest and employer action is widening, signaling a market that’s out of sync.
EMEA job openings are up (+12%) since last year, but hires have declined (-10%)
Applications surged 52% since April 2024!
In the UK, applications are down 20% since the start of 2024
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