Jobs News & Updates
More than 1,000 residents have been supported into employment thanks to the council’s Wolves at Work Jobs, Skills and Careers Hub at i10.
Permanent placements fell for the first time in three months in February, as economic uncertainty and employers’ reluctance to take on permanent staff weighed on recruitment.
The business and assets of JLC Form and Laser Ltd have been sold to Savekers Solutions Ltd, saving 11 jobs.
The West Midlands has recorded the largest reduction in the gender pay gap of any UK region - narrowing by 2.8 percentage-points to 12.2 per cent, according to PwC’s Women in Work Index 2026.
- 25th February 2026
A fast-growing recruitment agency has made a high-profile appointment to spearhead the launch of a new business within the group.
- 23rd February 2026
Are you passionate about empowering young people and making a real difference in your community? Legacy WM is looking for a dedicated Youth Worker to join our team.
- 14th February 2026
Thor Hammer, the Shirley-headquartered heritage manufacturing company, has welcomed its youngest employee.
- 13th February 2026
SOCOTEC UK & Ireland has invested approximately £2 million in apprenticeships over the past five years – helping over 450 employees on programmes in the process.
- 11th February 2026
Common Purpose’s is seeking sponsors for its Birmingham Legacy programme.
- 10th February 2026
Recruitment activity has continued to rise across the Midlands in January, but at a slower pace.