The 2025 Recruitment Market: What It Means for Your Agency
At QUBA Solutions, we know that recruitment success depends on insight. The latest CV-Library Candidate Behaviour Barometer 2025 offers a valuable snapshot of what’s really happening in the UK hiring market, from shifting candidate priorities to the growing role of technology. Here’s what you need to know, and how agencies can use it to their […]
Recruitment Compliance in 2026: Key Reforms and How to Stay Compliant
In our earlier article, “Tax liability changes coming April 2026 – Is your umbrella supply chain ready?”, we warned that new rules will shift tax risk up the labour chain, exposing agencies and clients to liability when umbrellas fail. Now, with the Employment Rights Bill and new PAYE/NIC liability rules, the picture is clearer and […]
QUBA Solutions Turns 10!
Today marks a major milestone in our journey — QUBA Solutions is officially 10 years old! From our humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name in the recruitment finance industry, this decade has been filled with innovation, growth, and incredible partnerships. We’ve evolved, adapted, and thrived — all thanks to our amazing team, loyal clients, and […]
UK Jobs Market Cools in July as Hiring and Pay Growth Slow
The UK labour market continued to lose momentum in July, according to the latest KPMG and REC Report on Jobs, with hiring activity slowing, vacancies falling, and pay growth easing to its weakest level in over four years. While some sectors showed early signs of resilience, economic uncertainty, cost pressures, and shifting business priorities – […]
Payroll Fraud & Ghost Workers: How to Spot the Red Flags Before It’s Too Late
In recruitment, trust is everything, between agencies, workers, clients, and financiers. But when that trust is exploited, the consequences can be financially devastating. One of the most damaging threats recruitment agencies face is payroll fraud – particularly the use of ghost workers. These schemes are often sophisticated, but the warning signs are there if you […]
Why Margin-Only Deals Could Be Undermining Your Recruitment Agency’s Growth
At first glance, margin-only recruitment deals may seem like a simple, low-effort solution, especially for new or growing agencies. The end-client handles payroll, the contractor gets paid, and you receive your margin. But dig a little deeper, and it becomes clear these arrangements come with significant hidden downsides, many of which can limit your long-term […]
The Benefits of Growing a Temp Desk in 2025 – Why It’s a Game-Changer for Recruitment Agencies
If your recruitment agency has traditionally focused on permanent placements, 2025 might be the perfect year to seriously consider building out a temp or contract desk. You’re not alone, many perm-led agencies are now looking to diversify and future-proof their revenue. At QUBA Solutions, we partner with new and established agencies every day, helping them […]
Why Self-Funding Isn’t Always the Smart Move
At QUBA Solutions, we understand the appeal of self-funding. Some agencies consider it when working with clients on favourable payment terms, or in situations where a client is deemed uninsurable. On the surface, it might seem like a good way to retain more control and margin. But here’s the truth: funding is only one piece […]
Why Education Agencies ❤ Working with QUBA Solutions
When it comes to managing the complexities of education recruitment, agencies require more than just a funding provider – they need a dependable partner who genuinely understands the unique pressures of the sector. That’s exactly where QUBA Solutions comes in. So, what sets QUBA apart? Here’s why education agencies across the UK are turning to […]
Reflecting on Financial Year ’24–25 and Powering into ’25–26
By Jenny Underhay, Head of Sales at QUBA As we close the chapter on our 24–25 financial year, I’ve taken a moment to reflect on what has been a truly transformative year for QUBA. It’s been a period of growth, learning, and record-breaking achievements. But more importantly, it’s been a year where we’ve had the […]
Tax Liability Changes Coming April 2026 – Is Your Umbrella Supply Chain Ready?
In June 2023, the UK government launched a consultation aimed at tackling non-compliance in the umbrella company market. Since then, the current administration has continued to drive this initiative forward, reinforcing its commitment to addressing unethical payment practices in the temporary workforce sector. Over the past two years, key stakeholders – including recruitment agencies, the […]
Meet Tom!
Real Talk: Why Partnership Beats Process Every TimeBy Tom Allen Let’s be honest, recruitment’s not for the faint-hearted. It’s fast, it’s unpredictable, and it never really switches off. So when you’re choosing a funding partner, you don’t just need a provider. You need someone who gets it. Someone who gets you. Here are a few […]
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