Talent Trends Report - April 2026
Hiring conditions remain mixed in Q2. Some areas are holding steadier, while caution continues in others — and regional differences are becoming harder to ignore. Our April 2026 Talent Trends Report summarises the latest REC/KPMG view of the market and what it means for employers planning hires this quarter.
What you’ll get in this report
This edition is designed for HR, talent and hiring leaders who need clarity without noise. Inside you’ll find:
a summary of the latest REC/KPMG market picture
what the data suggests for hiring plans in Q2
the regional view (where conditions differ across the UK)
the early warning signs that can affect hiring outcomes
a practical way to benchmark your hiring process: the Vermelo Hiring Score
Who this report is for
This report is most useful if you’re:
reviewing Q2 hiring plans and role priorities
seeing uneven demand across teams or locations
trying to reduce avoidable delay and candidate drop-off
balancing permanent and contractor hiring
aiming to stay compliant while hiring at pace
Why the Hiring Score is included
Market conditions matter but outcomes often come down to execution. The Vermelo Hiring Score is a short self-assessment that gives you an immediate score and helps you spot where bottlenecks may be slowing progress.
About Vermelo
Vermelo is an award-winning talent partner delivering flexible hiring support across embedded recruiters (RaaS), Managed Service Prover (MSP), Recruitment Process Out insurtechsourcing (RPO) and talent advisory & consultancy - with a compliance-first approach. We work with employers across insurance, insurtech. fintech, legal, technology and regulated sectors to help them hire faster and with more control.
Contact Santa Benga – Santa.Benga@VermeloRPO.com | 07304 094171 or book a short strategy call.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Talent Trends Reports?
A monthly update from Vermelo summarising the latest REC/KPMG hiring data, what it means for employers and the the early warning signs that can affect hiring outcomes.
Is the report free?
Yes — it’s available to download each month from our main Talent Trends page.
What is the Vermelo Hiring Score?
Our short self-assessment that gives an immediate score and highlights potential bottlenecks in your hiring process.
Who should read this report?
Essential insight for HR, talent acquisition and hiring teams planning Q2 hiring, especially where demand varies by region or where speed and conversion are priorities.