September Sees Further Decline in UK Online Recruitment, According to the Monster Employment Index

September 2008 Index Highlights: The Index dropped below year-earlier levels for the first time since inception following a fourth consecutive decline in UK online job availability Sharply reduced recruiting was seen in the banking, finance and insurance sector while HR fell to a two-and-a-half year low in the Index Moderate rises were noted in the public, defence, community; and legal sectors For the second straight month, demand across all occupational groups declined. Craft and related workers were hit hardest Northern Ireland saw strong regional growth in online hiring. There was also a moderate rise in the Midlands. Job demand fell in all other regions Summary Overview The Monster Employment Index UK fell by eight points in September to reach a level of 159. This is the fourth consecutive decrease and the first time that... [read full story]