In July, UK job vacancies rose 1.1% to 862,043, driven by graduate, legal, and manufacturing roles.

In July, UK job vacancies increased by 1.1% to 862,043, marking the first rise this year, driven by graduate roles, legal, and manufacturing positions. Employer confidence has grown due to higher-than-expected economic growth and a new government. Despite the increase, vacancies are still down 18% compared to the same period last year, with average salaries remaining unchanged at £38,863.

August 19, 2024
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