The North is leading England’s hiring revival, and Manchester employers are competing hard for top PAs and HR talent
Manchester businesses aren’t waiting any more. After a long period of holding off on permanent hires, they’re making them, and the latest figures show the North of England is now leading the country. The KPMG and REC Report on Jobs: North of England, published on 8 October, found that permanent placements across the region rose […]
London employers are swapping stop-gaps for permanent hires as the jobs market finds its feet
From our office in Fitzrovia, I’m watching London businesses do something they haven’t done with confidence for years: commit to permanent hires. The latest KPMG and REC UK Report on Jobs, published on 10 October, backs up what I’m seeing. Permanent placements in London rose in September, as they did in the North and the […]
Why Being an Executive Assistant Gives You a Unique Skill Set
Being an Executive Assistant (EA) is far more than a traditional support role. Today’s EAs operate at the heart of businesses, combining organisation, communication, problem-solving and commercial awareness to help senior leaders perform at their best. For professionals considering their next move or exploring Executive Assistant jobs in London, the experience gained as an EA […]
Q4 Hiring Plan for Exceptional PAs, EAs and HR Support
This guide outlines how to secure standout PAs, EAs and HR support ahead of the busy autumn hiring period in London and Manchester. It explains current market demand, when to brief for September to November starts, and a practical six-week hiring timeline. You will also learn when to use temp, permanent or temp-to-perm options, how to assess culture fit quickly, and how to protect confidentiality on senior searches.
Smarter Hiring for PA, HR and Office Support
This guide explains how to hire PA, HR and office support roles more effectively using lean, practical frameworks. You will learn to prioritise impact roles with the 80/20 rule, use the 70 percent hiring heuristic, build clear scorecards and structured interviews, and work with specialist partners on temp-to-perm routes, realistic weekly pay, and a flexible talent bench.
The Top 5 Reasons PAs leave their jobs (and how you can retain great talent)
In today’s competitive hiring market, retaining exceptional Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants is becoming increasingly challenging for businesses across London and Manchester. At TalentYard, we regularly speak with experienced candidates who are considering a move — and surprisingly, salary is not always the main reason. While better pay and benefits can influence decisions, most experienced […]
PA and EA Salaries 2026: London vs Manchester Comparison
This guide breaks down 2026 PA and EA salary bands across London and Manchester, showing how pay differs by level, sector and role type. It explores current hiring demand, hybrid working patterns, and the specialist skills that command higher salaries. You will also find practical interview tips, market FAQs and how TalentYard benchmarks offers fairly for both candidates and employers.
Recruitment fees in London and Manchester: what HR and office leaders should know
This guide explains how recruitment fees work for PA, EA, HR and business support roles in London and Manchester. It covers typical permanent fee percentages, how temp and contractor bill rates are structured, the impact of AWR and the 12 week rule, and when to choose temp, contract or permanent hiring so HR and office leaders can budget and brief with confidence.
Recruitment trends we have seen in 2025 – London and Manchester
As 2025 comes to an end it is an opportunity to reflect on how the year has been and what has been happening across the recruitment market in London and Manchester. It has been a challenging year for many businesses and one that has shaped the way people hire and the way candidates are approaching […]
How Manchester’s office scene is changing, and what that means for admin professionals
Manchester has changed so much in the last decade and everywhere you look is a new building, co-working space or coffee shop full of laptops and working professionals. A change is happening which could be creating opportunities for admin professionals. Manchester truly is the Northern powerhouse and living up to its name. Major companies are […]