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Technology has transformed recruitment beyond recognition. AI-powered screening tools can process thousands of CVs in minutes, automated scheduling systems eliminate booking conflicts, and sophisticated algorithms promise to identify the perfect candidate match. Yet despite these remarkable advances, the most successful hiring strategies share one common thread: they recognise that exceptional talent acquisition still depends on distinctly human capabilities that no algorithm can replicate.

Transitioning a temporary employee to a permanent role can be a strategic advantage - if you know what to look for. The temp-to-perm model lets organisations evaluate real-world performance, cultural fit, and long-term potential before making a commitment. Here is how to identify temp talent truly worth investing in:

Something that every PA will already know is that managing a busy diary is not exactly an easy task. When it comes to certain bosses, their diaries will be so overloaded and complex, they actually end up employing an extra PA just to work on the diary, whereas the other one concentrates on everything else. Depending on the industry you work in, managing the diary can take up around 80% of your time, so it makes sense to know just how to stay on top of it.

London's labour market in 2025 is defined by paradox: it is a global magnet for talent and opportunity yet faces acute and widening gaps in critical skills and workforce supply. These gaps threaten productivity, innovation, and the city's continued economic leadership.

Every hiring decision shapes your organisation's future, yet few choices generate as much strategic consideration as whether to pursue permanent or temporary recruitment. This fundamental question affects everything from operational flexibility to long-term culture building, making it essential to understand when each approach delivers the greatest value for your business objectives.

London's business landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation in how companies approach their workforce planning. Fixed-term contracts have emerged as a cornerstone of modern recruitment strategy, with employers across the capital embracing this flexible approach to staffing. The shift represents more than just a trend - it is a strategic response to the realities of today's dynamic business environment.