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The talk of the Reboot of Buffy the Vampire Slayer has got me thinking of all the shows I grew up with coming back around and how it is like a candidate I placed last week that had applied years before and not been successful and now landed their dream role. So it got me thinking, let’s talk about the...

By David Hawthorne-Finch, Managing Director After over a decade in recruitment and building Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions from the ground up, I’ve witnessed countless market shifts. But 2025 has brought some of the most significant changes I’ve ever seen in legal and accountancy recruitment. Let me share what I’m observing from the frontlines. The Great Salary Surge: What’s Really Happening David...

Let the Games Begin! 🎶 “David Did It!” 🎶 — except this time, it’s not just David. It’s a clash of titans: Internal Recruiters vs. External Recruiters! In one corner, we have the Internal Recruiter—your go-to person who knows the company’s culture inside out, can juggle a million tasks (and deadlines), and still finds time to eat lunch at their...

💥 Salary Expectations Through the Roof? 💥 🎶 David Did It! 🎶 Ah yes, the classic salary vs. reality dilemma. If you’ve been in recruitment long enough, you know exactly what I’m talking about. You’ve found the ideal candidate—they check all the boxes, they’re ready to sign, and then… BAM! Their salary expectations are way beyond the budget. Or perhaps...