Inspiring Women: Vickie Pargetter-Garner on Digital Skills, Resilience, and Driving Change

By Fiona Frudd 11.03.25

Vickie Pargetter-Garner is the Director of Digital Skills at Tech West Midlands. In her Inspiring Women interview, she offers practical insights on career growth and challenging industry stereotypes.

The Power of Kindness in Leadership: A Conversation with Maira Bana

By Fiona Frudd 03.03.25

In a world where corporate culture often revolves around policies and performance metrics, Maira advocates for something more human: kindness. An accomplished engineer at RED (UK), she champions workplace culture where empathy is a fundamental pillar of leadership and collaboration.

Will Finance Jobs Be Replaced by AI?

By Jodie Broadley 17.02.25

With automation taking over data-heavy tasks and AI-driven tools optimising workflows, many professionals are left wondering: Will finance jobs be replaced by AI?

How to develop a successful career in credit, AR and finance. With Natalie Brown of Admiral Taverns

We invited Natalie Brown to speak to us for a special feature. In hear we hear valuable insights into how to build a successful credit and AR function, thoughts on current and future challenges facing the sector and how to develop a successful career in Credit, AR & Finance.

Finance Job Titles, A Comprehensive List 2025

By Jodie Broadley 07.02.25

In a world where digital change and data-driven decisions are key, finance professionals need to understand their roles.

Why Do Businesses Still Use Recruitment Agencies in 2025? A CFO’s Perspective

With more advanced internal hiring tools, job boards, and AI-powered platforms available than ever before, why do businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs), still choose to work with recruitment agencies?

The Changing Face of Marketing: Are We Developing the Right Skills for the Future?

By Fiona Frudd 05.02.25

With the rise of AI, video-first platforms, and an increasing demand for technical proficiency, the expectations placed on marketing professionals have shifted dramatically. So, are we equipping future marketers with the skills they’ll actually need?

Essential Financial Questions to Ask in Interviews

By Dan Brown 03.02.25

Find out what questions to ask during your interview in a finance based role

Building an outstanding credit function with Darren Howe of Rubix

By Peter Kidd 03.02.25

SF Recruitment invited Darren Howe – Group Head of Credit Control UK at Rubix to take part in a special feature for us. In here, Darren shares his experience of building a high performing team and a strong credit function.

Procurement Jobs in Manchester

By James Maude 03.02.25

In the vibrant city of Manchester, a hub of innovation and industry, opportunities within procurement and supply chain sectors are flourishing. As businesses expand and adapt to the global economy's demands, the need for skilled professionals in procurement has never been more pronounced.

Exploring the role of Technology in Credit & AR

By Peter Kidd 21.01.25

We invited Brian Morgan FCICM, Senior Director at Blackline, to guest write an article for us. Here, Brian explores the changing face of the credit industry and the increasing role of technology in credit control.

Bouncing Back After Redundancy in the Technology Industry in 2025

By Jack Stockport 21.01.25

Facing redundancy can be daunting, but it also presents an opportunity to rethink your career path, build new skills, and explore exciting opportunities in the ever-evolving tech industry. Here’s how you can bounce back and position yourself for success.

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