News & Insights

Hosted at Freeths’ Manchester office, please join us and the Freeths’ Employment team for an informative hour long session, where we’ll review the key employment law developments and changes that have taken place in 2024 and we’ll also explore what is on the horizon to help you plan and prepare for what’s to come.

It's been a turbulent few years in the British labour market; Brexit, COVID, recession, pay freezes, redundancies, RTO mandates, new Government... These economic uncertainties have solidified the importance of temporary labour as a critical element in business strategy.

We are delighted to announce that SF Recruitment has been shortlisted as finalists for the UK Customer Experience Awards 2024. Our company has been recognised in the 'Best Employee Experience - SME' category, reflecting our dedication to cultivating an exceptional workplace environment.

This year, SF Recruitment proudly celebrates a special milestone as our CEO, Saira Demmer, marks 10 years with the company. Her success is a testament to her dedication, strategic acumen, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Stephen Fern, the charismatic football coach turned CFO, turned Managing Director at growing coffee company 200 Degrees Coffee Roasters, in Nottingham, recently shared with us his journey and insights into his fascinating career. His unique story offers eye-opening and valuable lessons for finance professionals aspiring to reach the pinnacle of their careers...

The government's "New Deal for Working People" initiative aims to enhance employment conditions in the UK. Key aspects include introducing a genuine living wage, ensuring job security, promoting flexible working, and strengthening workers' rights. These changes are expected to support working families and contribute to economic growth.

Under Saira's leadership, SF Recruitment has undergone a major transformation, particularly in embracing flexible working models which have resulted in doubled productivity and tripled profitability. Her focus on a people-centric business model has also led to significant improvements in employee performance and rewards.

Achieving an ACCA qualification is a significant milestone that opens many doors and opportunities. But once you’ve accomplished this, what should your next steps be?

CFO at SF Recruitment, Kirstine shares her journey to becoming CFO and provides valuable insights into the power of a robust professional network...

SF Engineering, a division of SF Recruitment, proudly announces the release of its highly anticipated 2024 Engineering Salary Guide. This meticulously curated report provides invaluable salary, hiring, and retention insights tailored specifically for the technical and engineering sectors across the UK.

Creating a culture of high performance in the workplace is increasingly recognised as essential for organisational success. To explore this topic, we collaborated with David Cairncross, the Chief Operating Officer at SF Recruitment. With over 25 years of expertise in the recruitment sector, David brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight into effective attraction and retention strategies.