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# Aquent UK

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/) - Discover our dynamic recruitment blog featuring valuable insights, expert advice, and industry trends to help you excel in your job search and career development.
- [The State of Diversity in Advertising and Technology](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-state-of-diversity-in-advertising-and-technology/) - We review the current state of the advertising and technology sectors based on available diversity data in the UK
- [Establishing Diversity as a Cornerstone in Your Business](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/establishing-diversity-as-a-cornerstone-in-your-business/) - Four simple steps to help people put diversity first in their business
- [How companies can champion women's leadership roles in the tech industry.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-companies-can-champion-womens-leadership-roles-in-the-tech-industry/) - How to advance women in tech leadership: tackle bias, microaggressions and work-life balance to build inclusive, high-performing tech companies.
- [LinkedIns & Outs: Get Noticed and Find Opportunities](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/linkedins-outs-get-noticed-and-find-opportunities/) - Opportunities often come along when we least expect them. Make sure you’re always showing your best self to your boss you haven’t met yet on LinkedIn.
- [An Exclusive Preview of the 2020 Talent Insights Report](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/an-exclusive-preview-of-the-2020-talent-insights-report/) - Here's a sneak peak at some of the takeaways from our 2020 Talent Insights report
- [Should You Really Write Off Fridays?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/should-you-really-write-off-fridays/) - Does output really drop off on a Friday afternoon? We take a numbers approach to Friday activity and whether it really should be written off.
- [Innovation in the Face of Adversity](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/innovation-in-the-face-of-adversity/) - We wanted to share some inspiring business and design innovation in response to the coronavirus pandemic
- [How we're celebrating National Cream Tea Day 2020](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-were-celebrating-national-cream-tea-day-2020/) - This year we’re challenging you all to make your own scones and share with us your delicious creations!!
- [How Companies are Adapting to a Forced Digital Transformation](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-companies-are-adapting-to-a-forced-digital-transformation/) - The pandemic drove online adoption forward by two to ten years in the space of two months. Read on to find out how companies are adapting.
- [Save your tears for the boardroom.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/save-your-tears-for-the-boardroom/) - Mindful Chef's Richard Brownlie-Marshall explores why emotional expression fuels stronger teams, better creativity and healthier workplace culture.
- [How to Maintain Creativity Whilst Working from Home](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-maintain-creativity-whilst-working-from-home/) - With insights from industry leaders, we find out how you can maintain your creativity at home...
- [Avoid Scary Hires this Halloween](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/avoid-scary-hires-this-halloween/) - Here are some scary scenarios you definitely want to avoid this Halloween!!
- [Trust, innovation & human connection: Redefining financial services at Eight.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/trust-innovation-human-connection-redefining-financial-services-at-eight/) - Discover how Eight Financial Advice builds trust, human-led innovation, and client-first strategies as they're redefining financial services.
- [Aquent partners with The School of UX: Interviewing Sergei Golubev.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/aquent-partners-with-the-school-of-ux-interviewing-sergei-golubev/) - Aquent meets the mind behind The School of UX and The UX Conference, Sergei Golubev - UX designer, founder, entrepreneur and tutor.
- [How to confidently discuss your salary, and know how much you’re worth.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-confidently-discuss-your-salary-and-know-how-much-youre-worth/) - Ready to talk salary? Discover the steps to confidently negotiate a new offer, ask for a raise or settle your freelance rates.
- [Interview with Betfair, Daily Mail Head of UX Julie Kennedy](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/interview-with-betfair-daily-mail-head-of-ux-julie-kennedy/) - Julie Kennedy, former Head of UX at Betfair and current at Daily Mail Group, gives pointers on how to nail a UX interview, how to keep up with industry trends—and cautionary tales of how not to get the job.
- [The What, Why and How of Design Systems](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-what-why-and-how-of-design-systems/) - Design Systems are gaining real momentum. We caught up with Jeremy Osborn from Aquent Gymnasium to find out more.
- [Our Global Tips on Spending Time Productively at Home](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/our-global-tips-on-spending-time-productively-at-home/) - Our Aquent teams from across the world have collated some suggestions, to keep you busy, stay creative and productive whilst at home.
- [3 Ways To Create An Adaptive Team To Manage Any Crisis](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/3-ways-to-create-an-adaptive-team-to-manage-any-crisis/) - How do you adapt your business during a crisis? Here are 3 ways to make a start.
- [What The Heck Is A Full Stack Developer?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/what-the-heck-is-a-full-stack-developer/) - To shed light onto what is for many a mysterious role—Full Stack Developer—we talked to our own Star of the Full Stack, Mike Bifulco.
- [3 Tips for Explaining Employment Gaps on your CV](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/3-tips-for-explaining-employment-gaps-on-your-cv/) - Employment gaps don’t have to be a red flag on your CV. Here are our tips on explaining gaps during an interview.
- [CX, UX, & COVID — Hear What Industry Leaders Are Saying](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/cx-ux-covid-hear-what-industry-leaders-are-saying/) - Check out these highlights and watch the recording from our webinar: The Future of UX & CX.
- [How to change career without starting over](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-change-career-without-starting-over/) - Advice for those thinking of making a career change in a competitive market.
- [Leading in a remote world is a human challenge.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/leading-in-a-remote-world-is-a-human-challenge/) - Make a more human-centred remote environment by creating space for your employees, teaching new skills, rebuilding processes, and etc.
- [Expert Guide to Finding Jobs for Creatives.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/expert-guide-to-finding-jobs-for-creatives/) - The job search can be chaotic, especially for creative people. This guide will teach you how to find jobs for creatives without the headache.
- [Seven steps to improving digital accessibility.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/seven-steps-to-improving-accessibility/) - Our 7-step guide covers essential tips to improve your website's digital accessibility including colour contrast, image alt text, keyboard navigation, and more.
- [From blank page to powerhouse: What I’ve learnt building an in-house agency from scratch.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/from-blank-page-to-powerhouse-what-ive-learnt-building-an-in-house-agency-from-scratch/) - E.ON Next's Angela Kayton talks lessons in building an in-house agency from scratch; growing teams, honing creative leadership and finding your strategic edge.
- [What have nappies got to do with recruitment?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/what-have-nappies-got-to-do-with-recruitment/) - Aquent teams up with Allegis and Care Packs in the UK to pack baby care boxes for families in need—proving recruitment goes beyond jobs, it's about real impact.
- [So you're thinking about accessibility...](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/so-youre-thinking-about-accessibility/) - Great! Here's what it means and why you should be accessible including some staggering data around UK disability and spending power
- [The creative advantage: embedding design thinking into commercial strategy.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-creative-advantage-embedding-design-thinking-into-commercial-strategy/) - Discover how embedding design thinking into your commercial strategy can unlock creativity, empower teams, and drive measurable business growth.
- [What’s going on in the UK recruitment market right now?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/whats-going-on-in-the-uk-recruitment-market-right-now/) - Discover the latest trends shaping the UK recruitment market in 2024. From tech shifts to sustainability, stay informed with insights from Aquent.
- [Top Tips for Female Job Hunters](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/top-tips-for-female-job-hunters/) - Add job-hunting to your list of superpowers with our top tips on International Women's Day!
- [Top 5 Free Portfolio Sites For Creatives](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/top-5-free-portfolio-sites-for-creatives/) - A quick overview of five of the best and most popular free portfolio website builders available today.
- [Everything you need to kickstart your freelance career.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/everything-you-need-to-kickstart-your-freelance-career/) - Confused between PAYE, Umbrella and Limited Company freelance? Here's what to know before you start your freelance career.
- [In an AI-driven world, humans are still irreplaceable.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/in-an-ai-driven-world-humans-are-still-irreplaceable/) - AI offers opportunities and risks, including the possibility that it will replace humans if we do not prioritise integration and application into our workflows.
- [The state of the UK job market right now.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-state-of-the-uk-job-market-right-now/) - Aquent conducted surveys to better understand the state of the UK job market, exploring how hiring companies behave and how this impacts job seekers.
- [Maximising your team performance with competitive salaries.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/maximising-your-team-performance-with-competitive-salaries/) - Learn how to create high performing teams with the 2024 UK Salary Guide.
- [Advice on how to approach culturally sensitive topics. ](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/advice-on-how-to-approach-culturally-sensitive-topics/) - Learn how to navigate culturally sensitive topics in the workplace by embracing diverse perspectives, beliefs, and values.
- [Unlocking Creativity Through Diversity](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/unlocking-creativity-through-diversity/) - How creating a diverse and inclusive workplace can accelerate problem solving and innovation.
- [AI can help diversity recruiting, but ask these questions first.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/ai-can-help-diversity-recruiting-but-ask-these-questions-first/) - There are benefits and potential drawbacks to using AI, but it can change your diversity recruiting game by removing unconscious bias.
- [Create a new commitment to team morale.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/create-a-new-commitment-to-team-morale/) - How leaders can bolster spirits for their teams—and themselves—even in tough times.
- [Agility and creativity: new high-performing team norms.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/agility-and-creativity-new-high-performing-team-norms/) - Our latest Talent Insights Report dives into how these teams adapt to change, embrace innovation, and utilise AI tools for maximum efficiency and productivity.
- [Is remote work really the future of work?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/is-remote-work-really-the-future-of-work/) - The divide between the boardroom and the cubicle is becoming very clear: remote work works for employees, but can employers accept and embrace that?
- [Employees and AI, working together, are the future of work.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/employees-and-ai-working-together-are-the-future-of-work/) - The use of AI brings one of the biggest shifts to the way we work, and collaboration between AI and employees is at the forefront.
- [Six ways to connect your team to purpose.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/six-ways-to-connect-your-team-to-purpose/) - How to overcome low engagement through purpose-driven leadership and outcome-oriented actions.
- [Is vulnerability your workplace superpower?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/is-vulnerability-your-workplace-superpower/) - Vulnerable leadership means being accountable; it's not about shifting blame or making excuses. It means putting yourself in a situation to have tough conversations.
- [Build a team that fosters learning and mentorship.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/build-a-team-that-fosters-learning-and-mentorship/) - Managing a remote team offers unique challenges, especially when it comes to cultivating an environment that promotes growth and development.
- [An Insight into Workplace Ghosting](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/an-insight-into-workplace-ghosting/) - Ghosting is becoming much more common in the workplace. But why do people do it? And what can we do about it?
- [Job Interviews: The Perfect Time For Your Employer Brand To Shine](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/job-interviews-the-perfect-time-for-your-employer-brand-to-shine/) - Interviews are a two-way street; it’s a chance to give candidates a look under the hood, find out who you really are, and help them to understand why they should join your business.
- [Design Leaders: 4 Key Areas To Consider When Hiring Your Team](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/design-leaders-4-key-areas-to-consider-when-hiring-your-team/) - I have four inputs to consider when hiring for a team: 1) Organisational digital maturity, 2) Design maturity, 3) The role design is going to play in each project, and 4) Current vs. future positioning of the team.
- [Are Our Juniors Missing Out Because Of Remote Work?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/are-our-juniors-missing-out-because-of-remote-work/) - "The ones who may fail to gain from the shift to remote working will not be those with years of experience and knowledge." says Lee Shorter.
- [Influencers: A Dirty Word Or Power Tool Of Marketing Strategy?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/influencers-a-dirty-word-or-power-tool-of-marketing-strategy/) - Influencers. Still one of the most polarising terms in marketing. This is true despite being used across social media since 2016, with content marketers veering between loving, hating, needing and more often than not, being completely confused about what influencers offer. Or how to maximise their use in the overall marketing mix. Most of us
- [Salary, Flexibility & Projects: The 3 Ways To Attract Top Design Talent](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/salary-flexibility-projects-the-3-ways-to-attract-top-design-talent/) - Aquent Australia's Kate Verran and Rosie McAlister share three key strategies to attract and retain the best creative design Talent.
- [Think a tedious job interview process is the norm? It doesn’t have to be.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/think-a-tedious-job-interview-process-is-the-norm-it-doesnt-have-to-be/) - Want top talent? Reach potential new hires with an easy, human-centered interview process.
- [What you need to know now about the Apple Vision Pro Headset](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/what-you-need-to-know-now-about-the-apple-vision-pro-headset/) - A game changer merging physical and virtual worlds.
- [Don’t fear pay transparency—embrace it.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/dont-fear-pay-transparency-embrace-it/) - When you’re honest with your employees about their salary ranges, you’ll see all the benefits that dialogue brings. Discover best practices for your company today.
- [Leadership double standards: How organisations are impacted.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/leadership-double-standards-how-organisations-are-impacted/) - To empower women in leadership, gender biases must be mitigated and diversity promoted through an inclusive culture.
- [Leadership double standards: Why rules for women aren’t the same.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/leadership-double-standards-why-rules-for-women-arent-the-same/) - The game has changed and that’s a good thing. But gender biases are still creating challenges for women in leadership positions.
- [Supporting freedom: How to invest in a digital nomad.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/supporting-freedom-how-to-invest-in-a-digital-nomad/) - Discover the exciting world of digital nomads and learn how they balance work and travel, overcome challenges, and find freedom on the road.
- [7 Tips for Hiring Managers Who Are Interviewing on Video](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/7-tips-for-hiring-managers-who-are-interviewing-on-video/) - When you can’t be face-to-face, a Google hangout or Zoom is the next best thing. So how can you embrace the video interview?
- [Spotify Global Creative Director on Building a World-Class Creative Team](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/spotify-global-creative-director-on-building-a-world-class-creative-team/) - Q&A with Spotify’s Alex Bodman outlining the challenges and rewards of building a world-class in-house creative team.
- [How to Make Your In-house Design Team Great](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-make-your-in-house-design-team-great/) - Our advice on how you can solve the challenges faced when you are managing an in-house design team.
- [Top 6 Digital Marketing Buzzwords Explained](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/top-6-digital-marketing-buzzwords-explained/) - For anybody who works in a marketing environment, there are certain terms that crop up on a daily basis. These are common buzzwords that have become a part of every marketer’s vocabulary. To anyone outside of the sector they may just seem like jargon, but understanding these terms and what they mean for your digital
- [What Does the Gig Economy Mean for Creatives?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/what-does-the-gig-economy-mean-for-creatives/) - What is the Gig Economy and how will it affect creative businesses and candidates?
- [How important is it to grow your connections on Linkedin?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-important-is-it-to-grow-your-connections-on-linkedin/) - Making connections is a core fundamental of LinkedIn. The ‘social’ in ‘social media’ dictates that establishing connections is imperative.
- [How Do I Get Paid As a Freelancer?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-do-i-get-paid-as-a-freelancer/) - Understanding the difference between PAYE, Umbrella Companies and Limited Companies for UK freelancers.
- [Know The Difference: UI Designer vs UX Designer [Infographic]](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/know-the-difference-ui-designer-vs-ux-designer-infographic/) - UX and UI Designers are often incorrectly assumed to be the same thing. We’ve created a handy infographic to help you understand the difference.
- [Why You Should Consider Hiring Freelancers](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/why-you-should-consider-hiring-freelancers/) - Enhancing your core team with freelancers can be a very agile way of working. Here are just a few of the advantages of hiring freelance talent.
- [Do Job Titles Really Matter?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/do-job-titles-really-matter/) - How important are job titles and should we rely on them to define roles?
- [Your employee resigns - What you say and do next is important](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/your-employee-resigns-what-you-say-and-do-next-is-important/) - How should a manager act when they receive a resignation from their employee?
- [Interview tip: What is your biggest weakness?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/interview-tip-what-is-your-biggest-weakness/) - This is a question you're probably not looking forward to answering. Here's how to answer it in the best way possible.
- [To Be Late or Not To Be Late](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/to-be-late-or-not-to-be-late/) - An astonishing 50% of meetings fail to start on time. With some starting as late as 20 minutes after the scheduled time. Tardiness is becoming normal practice in many workplaces. There are also issues with general timekeeping, many employees arrive late for work or fail to make it back from their lunch break on time.
- [Three Reasons Why You Need a Mentor](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/three-reasons-why-you-need-a-mentor/) - Yoda, Mr. Miyagi, Dumbledore… those names conjure up a specific image, but today we are not talking about movies, we're talking about mentors!
- [Google Algorithm Changing: Brands Need to Make UX a Priority](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/google-algorithm-changing-brands-need-to-make-ux-a-priority/) - Take a look at how UX is changing the digital—really the business—landscape, and what you can do to keep up.
- [How To Tell Your Career Story In An Interview](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-tell-your-career-story-in-an-interview/) - Failing to take the time to craft your career story is a wasted opportunity. Here are five tips to help you craft your narrative.
- [7 Key Interview Questions to ask Candidates Post-Pandemic](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/7-key-interview-questions-to-ask-candidates-post-pandemic/) - Here are some suggestions for interview questions specific to post-pandemic hiring and remote working that will help you to get the best hire.
- [Why (and how) to stop Gossiping at work](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/why-and-how-to-stop-gossiping-at-work/) - Here are some reasons you might want to cut back on the office gossiping, and some tips on how to do it.
- [IR35 and the Limited Contractor](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/ir35-and-the-limited-contractor/) - What do the changes in IR35 legislation mean for freelancers operating via a Limited Company?
- [Tips & Tricks for the Resourcing Elite](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/tips-tricks-for-the-resourcing-elite/) - Get professional insight on how to up your Resourcing game, and find out what your future holds as part of the Resourcing elite.
- [How to Manage Swearing at Work](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-manage-swearing-at-work/) - Here are a few things you can do as an employer to deal with profanity in the workplace.
- [4 Ways a Good Recruiter Can Keep Your Career On Track](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/4-ways-a-good-recruiter-can-keep-your-career-on-track/) - Find out why your career will benefit from keeping in touch with recruiters (even if you're not looking for a new job)!
- [What is the right interview style for you?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-right-interview-style-for-you/) - Would you rather fight a horse-sized duck, or 100 duck-sized horses? We break down some of the most common interview styles and questions.
- [How to Get the Most From Remote Working](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-the-most-from-remote-working/) - We've outlined all our tips and tricks on how to make working from home work for you, including what the London office is currently up to!
- [Our Top 3 Tips to Keep Your Team Engaged When Working From Home](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/our-top-3-tips-to-keep-your-team-engaged-when-working-from-home/) - Team engagement is essential when working from home. We outline 3 ways to keep team spirits up and and help colleagues stay on top of their work.
- [A Guide to Digital Hiring and Virtual Onboarding in 2020](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-digital-hiring-and-virtual-onboarding-in-2020/) - A how-to guide on digital hiring and virtual onboarding whilst working remotely
- [5 Tips to Working from Home... with Children!](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/5-tips-to-working-from-home-with-children/) - Working at home with children around can be a challenge, here are our 5 tips to help things run a little smoother.
- [Adapt with XR [Webcast]](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/adapt-with-xr-webcast/) - An Interview with Chris Elson talking about how companies can use technology, beyond just the web, to continue to sell to their customers.
- [How to humanise your brand through online videos](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-humanise-your-brand-through-online-videos/) - Publishing original content online is a great way to humanise your brand. Of the publishing mediums available, video is perhaps the most effective.
- [Mind your (Digital) Manners](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/mind-your-digital-manners/) - With a world of people working remotely, here are some rules on digital etiquette for you to consider.
- [The job of marketing in a time of crisis](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-job-of-marketing-in-a-time-of-crisis/) - How marketing teams should respond in times of crisis, above and beyond communications.
- [Managing Projects Remotely](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/managing-projects-remotely/) - An Interview with Aquent Studios. They share their advice on keeping projects on track from home.
- [Marketing learnings from China [Webcast]](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/marketing-learnings-from-china-webcast/) - An interview with Arnold Ma talking about how marketing in China has reacted and adapted during the pandemic and what we can learn from them.
- [Taking care of your Furloughed staff](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/taking-care-of-your-furloughed-staff/) - If you have furloughed employees, what contact should you have with them, how do you keep them engaged and what can they do?
- [How to ace a video interview](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-ace-a-video-interview/) - Here are some really easy tips to make you look and sound great in a video interview.
- [How to Manage Your Team Remotely](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-manage-your-team-remotely/) - As a manager, how can you support your team, keeping them engaged and productive during an extended period of remote working.
- [Business As [Un]usual: Mindsets & frameworks to steer your business through the pandemic & beyond](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/business-as-unusual-mindsets-frameworks-to-steer-your-business-through-the-pandemic-beyond/) - Use this time to move towards a more resilient, evolutionary business paradigm. Katja Forbes offers clear advice on how to plan the way forward.
- [How to get Your Team Back to Work](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-your-team-back-to-work/) - Here are some things to consider if you're starting to think about how and when you can safely get your team back to the office.
- [How can I land an interview?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-can-i-land-an-interview/) - Here are five things you can do to improve your chances of getting the interviews you deserve.
- [5 Ways to Promote Your In-House Team](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/5-ways-to-promote-your-in-house-team/) - Advice on how to overcome internal struggles, promote yourselves internally and take your in-house team from Good to Great.
- [Job hunting. What's changed?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/job-hunting-whats-changed/) - Job hunting in today's market. Here are some tips to help you keep things moving during uncertain times.
- [10 Tips to Improve Your Portfolio](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/10-tips-to-improve-your-portfolio/) - If you're looking to create or improve your portfolio, here are our top tips for standing out and showcasing your work in the best possible way.
- [Aquent's 3 Steps towards Equality](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/aquents-3-steps-towards-equality/) - How Aquent is educating staff on social justice, ensuring they have time to vote, and making financial commitments.
- [The 7 Soft Skills Your Creative Candidates Should Have](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-7-soft-skills-your-creative-candidates-should-have/) - Here are the seven top soft skills you need to look for when hiring in order for a candidate to be a well-rounded and productive member of your team.
- [How to keep pace with a rapidly changing marketplace](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-keep-pace-with-a-rapidly-changing-marketplace/) - The results of a survey with eConsultancy, into how companies are keeping pace with the rapidly changing demands of newly acquired digital customers.
- [The Best Ways to Combat First Day Nerves](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-best-ways-to-combat-first-day-nerves/) - Whatever the industry, starting a new job is a nerve-wracking experience for even the most experienced professionals - read how to calm those nerves!
- [Quiz: What's Your Creative Leadership Style?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/quiz-whats-your-creative-leadership-style/) - t’s helpful to give some thought to what your leadership style is and how you can make it work for everyone. Take the quiz to find out your style!
- [Don’t ignore the side effects of remote work. Take action.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/dont-ignore-the-side-effects-of-remote-work-take-action/) - Remote working definitely has its upsides, but it also has its downsides. Discover the challenges and how teams can combat them.
- [Aquent is Proud to Have Been Awarded the “Investors in People” Gold Award](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/aquent-is-proud-to-have-been-awarded-the-investors-in-people-gold-award/) - Aquent UK receives the Investors in People (IIP) "We invest in people" Gold award to kickstart 2021
- [How COVID Has Impacted Recruitment Around The World](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-covid-has-impacted-recruitment-around-the-world/) - With 38 offices globally, Aquent is in an ideal position to assess the world's recruitment trends - here's what our teams are seeing worldwide.
- [Top 3 candidate motivators](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/top-3-candidate-motivators/) - In this video we look at the top 3 motivators of candidates, so you can attract and retain the top talent in 2021.
- [How to shine in an interview](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-shine-in-an-interview/) - Here are our top tips to help you come across well in an interview, whether it is face-to-face, video or over the phone.
- [Three Questions to Ask in an Interview](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/three-questions-to-ask-in-an-interview/) - Have you ever walked out of a job interview wondering if you should have asked more questions? Here are three quick and easy ones to get you started.
- [Welcome to the Post-COVID Candidate's Market](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/welcome-to-the-post-covid-candidates-market/) - Find out what this post-COVID candidate-led market means for your business and what you can do to streamline your recruitment process...
- [Aquent are proud to have won the Platinum Award for service from PRO Unlimited](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/aquent-are-proud-to-have-won-the-platinum-award-for-service-from-pro-unlimited/) - The annual Global Supplier Awards for Service in 2019 were announced this week by PRO Unlimited, and Aquent are excited to be their #1 supplier!
- [How to overcome imposter syndrome](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome/) - 62% of adults in the UK have experienced imposter syndrome at work. What is it and how do we overcome it?
- [Should You Hire Freelance or Permanent Staff?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/should-you-hire-freelance-or-permanent-staff/) - Follow our flow diagram to determine if you should hire freelance or perm staff.
- [The 15 Rules to Resigning with Grace](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-15-rules-to-resigning-with-grace/) - It's easy to lose motivation once you get a new job, but how you behave on your way out is important to keep your options open for the future.
- [Top Hiring Trend for 2020: Flexible Working](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/top-hiring-trend-for-2020-flexible-working/) - We are seeing an ever increasing trend within the workforce: The importance of flexibility and the rise of the remote worker.
- [How IR35 will affect employers and workers in 2021](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-ir35-will-affect-employers-and-workers-in-2021/) - We cut through the jargon with a simple overview of IR35: what it means, who it applies to and how it will affect hiring.
- [Don’t Let Remote Working Get Between You and Your Team](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/dont-let-remote-working-get-between-you-and-your-team/) - Where we work has changed and that means changing the way we work. Here's what you need to do to stop remote working coming between you and your team.
- [Am I making job hunting mistakes?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/am-i-making-job-hunting-mistakes/) - If you are struggling to land your dream job, check out the 5 job hunting mistakes you should avoid.
- [What Can I Do To Stand Out In My Job Search?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/what-can-i-do-to-stand-out-in-my-job-search/) - It's not easy to stand out in a competitive job market but here are some ways you can get noticed by the hiring manager.
- [How To Write a Cover Letter That Will Land You an Interview](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-that-will-land-you-an-interview/) - Once you've decided you need a cover letter for your application, here's how to make it perfect.
- [One way to hire faster (and better)? Embrace flexibility.](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/one-way-to-hire-faster-and-better-embrace-flexibility/) - There are many reasons why exploring new ways of working can boost your results and help you hire faster. Let’s look at a few.
- [Can You Decide Who Is (and Isn’t) Business-Critical In Your Office?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/can-you-decide-who-is-and-isnt-business-critical-in-your-office/) - What’s the most effective way to identify who is business critical and what incentives can you offer them to stay?
- [Why A 70% Match Could Be 100% What You're Looking For](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/why-a-70-match-could-be-100-what-youre-looking-for/) - With 1.1 million vacancies, 1.5 million unemployed, and 33% workers passively seeking a new role, here's why a 70% match could be the perfect fit
- [Down with Culture Fit! Long live Culture Add!](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/down-with-culture-fit-long-live-culture-add/) - For too long have hiring managers been shackled by Culture Fit. Now Culture Add is here to restore the balance. Long live Culture Add!
- [Why Is Christmas Spirit So Important At Work?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/why-is-christmas-spirit-so-important-at-work/) - Getting back to giving-for-giving's sake and sharing a little traditional Christmas spirit is good for business. Here's why...
- [New Year - New Job?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/new-year-new-job/) - The new year could mean a next career move to make the year ahead more successful than ever - now is the perfect time!
- [Reasons Your Top Talent Might Leave This Year](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/reasons-your-top-talent-might-leave-this-year/) - With insights from more than 2,000 marketing, creative, and digital talent - find out what's driving them to leave and what might make them stay
- [It's Time To Read The Room: 2022 UK Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/its-time-to-read-the-room-2022-uk-salary-guide/) - Find out how permanent wages and freelance rates have changed through 2021 in the wake of the pandemic, with Aquent's 2022 UK Salary Guide.
- [How Do You Measure The Impact of Your Diversity Efforts?](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-do-you-measure-the-impact-of-your-diversity-efforts/) - In Dutch the saying goes “meten is weten” - to measure is to know. So, put simply, if you aren't collecting data how do you know where the problem is?
- [52 Favourite Interview Questions From Top Design Leaders](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/52-favourite-interview-questions-from-top-design-leaders/) - From "What should I do to keep you here?" to "Tell me about your sock drawer", check out this list of US design leader's top interview questions.
- [The Design Leader Job Search. It’s All About The Brand (Yours).](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/the-design-leader-job-search-its-all-about-the-brand-yours/) - The realities of this pandemic have hit every level of leadership in every industry, and by numbers alone, there are simply fewer jobs for leaders.
- [How To Win Your Next Video Interview](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/how-to-win-your-next-video-interview/) - Our top recruiters give video interview tips for candidates hoping to look (and sound) their best!
- [Don’t Let People Issues Hold You Back as a Creative Leader](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/dont-let-people-issues-hold-you-back-as-a-creative-leader/) - A creative leader's role is as much about creativity as it is about working with people. Here's how to better work with people...
- [Top Jobs In The Metaverse That Aren't In Design](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/top-jobs-in-the-metaverse-that-arent-in-design/) - Great opportunities await for many different skill sets.
- [Rituals: The Missing Link in the Hybrid Workplace](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/rituals-the-missing-link-in-the-hybrid-workplace/) - Employees are craving something more than better meetings. Creating rituals will give it to them.
- [Why Product Teams Fail: The 4 Most Common Mistakes Made By Product Teams](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/why-product-teams-fail-the-4-most-common-mistakes-made-by-product-teams/) - It's a myth that 80-90% of product teams fail but if you want your product to be much more successful here are 4 mistakes we see all the time.
- [Culture Is All About Connections, And Leaders Are On The Hook To Make That Happen](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/culture-is-all-about-connections-and-leaders-are-on-the-hook-to-make-that-happen/) - Employees crave authentic connections, and without them, they leave — or worse.
- [It Pays To Build A Network Of Recruiters Who See Your Value](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/it-pays-to-build-a-network-of-recruiters-who-see-your-value/) - Having a good working relationship with a reliable recruiter will help boost your career and make sure you get fair compensation for your hard work.
- [Seeing Is Believing: 2023 UK Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/blog/seeing-is-believing-2023-uk-salary-guide/) - The 2023 UK Salary Guide cuts through the haze to let you see the state of UK wages today, including pay for key creative, marketing & digital titles.

## Pages

- [Aquent UK Home](https://aquent.co.uk/) - Aquent is an award-winning, global leader in Marketing, Creative, and Technology recruitment. Hire freelance, contract, remote, or permanent talent.
- [Climate Action](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us__trashed/climate-action/) - Aquent is addressing climate change by becoming the first major company in the industry to go carbon negative and work to erase its 35-year carbon footprint.
- [About Us](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us/) - We are the leading global creative recruitment company, with more than 40 years of experience connecting businesses with the elite talent they need to excel.
- [MSP Partnerships](https://aquent.co.uk/services/msp-partnerships/) - Unlock Workforce Efficiency with Aquent's MSP Partnerships. Tailored Solutions for Your Business!
- [Temp to Perm](https://aquent.co.uk/services/temp-to-perm/) - Our temp to perm recruitment offering enables you to evaluate skills and performance for 90 days before you make an offer. Think of it as a talent test drive.
- [Contract Recruitment](https://aquent.co.uk/services/contract-recruitment/) - Award-winning contract recruitment solutions. Work with our expert recruiters to hire top-tier contract and freelance talent from our global talent network.
- [Permanent Recruitment](https://aquent.co.uk/services/permanent-recruitment/) - Find exactly the right candidate when you have a critical role to fill with our permanent recruitment, direct hire staffing services.
- [Payroll Services](https://aquent.co.uk/services/payroll-services/) - Aquent's Payroll Services provide a premium talent experience to help you attract and retain the strongest freelance workforce.
- [Recruitment Overview](https://aquent.co.uk/services/) - Find the top creative, marketing, and tech talent in the UK. Contract, Temp to Perm, Payroll Services and Permanent staffing solutions and talent acquisition.
- [Inclusion and Belonging](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us__trashed/inclusion-belonging/) - From our inclusive hiring processes to cultivating belonging, we ensure opportunities are accessible to all, reflecting the diverse world we serve.
- [Aquent Talent](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-talent/) - Partner with experienced talent agents to find top creative, marketing, and tech talent. Offering freelance, contract, and permanent hiring solutions.
- [Temp-to-Perm Talent](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-talent/temp-to-perm-talent/) - Aquent's Temp-to-Perm solution offers flexible, low-risk recruiting, letting you assess talent's performance and cultural fit before committing to a perm hire.
- [Permanent Recruitment](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-talent/permanent-recruitment/) - Hire with confidence using our permanent recruitment services. Our creative recruitment agency connects you with perfectly calibrated talent for your team.
- [Contract & Freelance Talent](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-talent/contract-freelance-talent/) - Hire a specialist contractor or freelance talent to scale your team. We provide flexible workforce solutions to help you find the best expertise.
- [Reports & Guides](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us__trashed/reports-and-guides/) - Access insights, salary guides, reports and resources relating to hiring and talent within marketing, creative and technology sectors.
- [Aquent Studios](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-studios/) - Global co-creation agency Aquent Studios curates multidisciplinary teams at scale across strategy, design, creative and emerging technology for organisations.
- [Aquent AI Transparency Notice](https://aquent.co.uk/ai-transparency-notice/) - Aquent is committed to safeguarding your privacy and data rights in full compliance with all local laws and regulations. Read the Aquent Privacy Policy here.
- [California Privacy Rights](https://aquent.co.uk/privacy-policy/ccpa-policy/) - Aquent Privacy Policy: Your Rights under CCPA. Learn How We Protect Your Privacy Here
- [Find Work](https://aquent.co.uk/find-work/) - Find work in marketing, design, creative, or technology in London and across the UK. Freelance, contract, full-time, part-time, remote jobs — we have it all.
- [Data Privacy Framework Notice](https://aquent.co.uk/privacy-policy/data-privacy-framework-notice/) - Learn more about Aquent's participation in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.
- [Aquent Privacy Policy](https://aquent.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Aquent is committed to safeguarding your privacy and data rights in full compliance with all local laws and regulations. Read the Aquent Privacy Policy here.
- [Talent Benefits](https://aquent.co.uk/talent/talent-benefits/) - From career and personal brand coaching, insights, resources, and even referral rewards, we offer many talent benefits to the Talent who work with us.
- [Aquent Sustainability](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-sustainability/) - We can help you determine sustainability goals, your current position with a Materiality Assessment, and action plans for achieving success.
- [Corporate Social Responsibility](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us__trashed/corporate-social-responsibility/) - We take social responsibility seriously and support not-for-profits, social justice, environmental sustainability, and lifelong learning, amongst other things.
- [Aquent RoboHead](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-robohead/) - Aquent RoboHead is a project management tool designed to help marketing and creative departments manage their team, deadlines, and deliverables with ease.
- [Relationships](https://aquent.co.uk/relationships/) - As a global work solutions provider, our client relationships are what make us a trusted partner in recruitment, co/creation, project management and more.
- [Europe, UK and Swiss Rights](https://aquent.co.uk/privacy-policy/european-rights/) - Discover Aquent Privacy Policy: Understanding your European Data Protection Rights for enhanced privacy.
- [Compare My Salary](https://aquent.co.uk/compare-my-salary/) - Use Compare My Salary to anonymously compare your Creative, Marketing or Tech pay with real-time industry salaries across the UK. Are you paid your worth?
- [Aquent Scout](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/aquent-scout/) - The all-in-one smart vendor management system that streamlines all your recruiting firms. See why leading HR and Talent Acquisition teams love Aquent Scout.
- [Applicant Accommodation Support](https://aquent.co.uk/applicant-accommodation-support/) - Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity, so if you need support or assistance you can find out about our Applicant Accommodation Support process here.
- [Aquent Careers](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us__trashed/aquent-careers/) - Explore Thrilling Career Prospects at Aquent – Be a Part of Our Vibrant Team Now!
- [Referral Rewards](https://aquent.co.uk/rewards/) - Get referral rewards when you help us make a great match. If your referral gets placed, you could earn £200 following their first payday. A win-win right?
- [Solutions](https://aquent.co.uk/solutions/) - Find out more about our creative staffing agency by exploring our creative marketing jobs and talent.
- [Events](https://aquent.co.uk/resources/events/) - Attend or watch free, educational online and face-to-face events for marketing, creative and digital professionals in the UK.
- [Protect Yourself From Job Scams](https://aquent.co.uk/job-scams/) - Aquent is aware that scammers use our company name to trick people into applying for jobs that don't exist. Protect yourself from job scams with these tips.
- [Meet The Team](https://aquent.co.uk/about-us__trashed/meet-the-team/) - Meet Our Brilliant Team of Creative Professionals at Aquent – Unleashing Talent and Creativity!
- [Contact Us](https://aquent.co.uk/contact-us/) - Aquent is everywhere you need us.
- [Resources](https://aquent.co.uk/resources/) - Find out more about our creative staffing agency by exploring our creative marketing jobs and talent.
- [Talent](https://aquent.co.uk/talent/) - Find out more about our creative staffing agency by exploring our creative marketing jobs and talent.

## Leadership

- [Mia Wenjen](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/mia-wenjen/) - Meet Mia Wenjen: Championing Diversity and Inclusion at Aquent. Discover Our Inspirational Leader Here!
- [Steve Kapner](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/steve-kapner/) - Steve Kapner: Leading Operational Excellence at Aquent. Meet Our Seasoned Leader.
- [Daniel Perez](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/daniel-perez/) - Discover Daniel Perez, Aquent's Visionary Leader. Learn About Our Inspiring Leadership Here!
- [Simon Lusty](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/simon-lusty/) - Find Out About Simon Lusty: Chief Operations Officer at Aquent
- [Zachary Hunter](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/zachary-hunter/) - Meet Zachary Hunter: Innovating Workforce Solutions at Aquent. Meet Our Visionary Leader Online Now
- [Nunzio Domilici](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/nunzio-domilici/) - Learn more about Nunzio Domilici, CFO, and our executive leadership team at Aquent.
- [John H Chuang](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/john-chuang/) - Learn more about John Chuang, Founder and CEO, and our executive leadership team at Aquent.com.
- [Steve Dempsey](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/steve-dempsey/) - Steve Dempsey: Enhancing Strategic Growth at Aquent. Meet Our Forward-Thinking Leader!
- [Cheryl King](https://aquent.co.uk/leadership/cheryl-king/) - Meet Cheryl King, Aquent's Driving Force for Business Success. Learn About Our Dynamic Leadership Here

## News

- [Aquent Talent wins ClearlyRated’s 2024 Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Awards for Service Excellence](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-talent-wins-clearlyrateds-2024-best-of-staffing-client-and-talent-10-year-diamond-awards-for-service-excellence/) - This distinction marks Aquent Talent’s 12th consecutive year earning the Best of Staffing Awards, representing more than a decade of remarkable service to clients and talent.
- [The evolution of AI leadership roles in marketing](https://aquent.co.uk/news/the-evolution-of-ai-leadership-roles-in-marketing/) - Innovative approaches and roles are driving AI integration in brand management.
- [Paving the way for gender equity in the workplace](https://aquent.co.uk/news/paving-the-way-for-gender-equity-in-the-workplace/) - How to tackle gender bias in today’s workplace dynamics.
- [Agency staff turnover declines as employees stay put amid uncertainty](https://aquent.co.uk/news/agency-staff-turnover-declines-as-employees-stay-put-amid-uncertainty/) - Redundancies and economic pressures are making agency staff hesitant to change jobs, while employers are increasingly cautious about hiring.
- [Demand for emerging technology roles is on the rise, yet gender wage gap persists, according to new salary guide by Aquent](https://aquent.co.uk/news/demand-for-emerging-technology-roles-is-on-the-rise-yet-gender-wage-gap-persists-according-to-new-salary-guide-by-aquent/) - Among marketing, creative and digital workers, gender and expertise affect employee salary, with women making 7.7% less than their male counterparts on average.
- [Aquent announces three-pronged initiative to foster racial equality and social justice](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-announces-three-pronged-initiative-to-foster-racial-equality-and-social-justice/) - Company educates staff on social justice, ensures they have time to vote, and makes financial commitment to NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund.
- [Aquent expands services into Germany](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-expands-services-into-germany/) - Aquent has expanded its global reach in providing recruitment solutions to Germany.
- [Aquent celebrates 35 years of creativity and innovation](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-celebrates-35-years-of-creativity-and-innovation/) - Awesome talent. Great clients. Meaningful work. An amazing journey that gets better every year.
- [Aquent launches Aquent Games to connect top game studios to world class talent](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-launches-aquent-games-to-connect-top-game-studios-to-world-class-talent/) - As gaming industry valuations rise dramatically, Aquent is well-positioned to fulfill the growing demand for these niche, hard-to-find talent.
- [Aquent acquires Workgroups DaVinci to accelerate the growth of its project management platform, RoboHead.](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-acquires-workgroups-davinci-to-accelerate-the-growth-of-its-project-management-platform-robohead/) - World’s largest marketing and creative staffing firm welcomes new project management team to innovate workflow solutions for creative client needs.
- [Aquent supports urgent relief efforts in Ukraine by donating $100,000 through matching funds and contributions.](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-supports-urgent-relief-efforts-in-ukraine-by-donating-100000-through-matching-funds-and-contributions/) - The company is doing its part to help those who need it most and is encouraging its staff, talent, and clients to help.
- [Aquent’s Staffing and Recruiting Business and Vitamin T Brand Become “Aquent Talent” To Address High Demand for Specialised Remote Workers](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquents-staffing-and-recruiting-business-and-vitamin-t-brand-become-aquent-talent-to-address-high-demand-for-specialised-remote-workers/) - World’s largest marketing and creative staffing firm revamping to provide targeted career and job search guidance for industry-specific needs.
- [Aquent RoboHead Unveils Patent Pending Technology that Drives Innovation and Accessibility in 3D File Editing](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-robohead-unveils-patent-pending-technology-that-drives-innovation-and-accessibility-in-3d-file-editing/) - Global work solutions firm reveals cutting-edge tool within project management platform that will innovate workflow and promote cross-team collaboration.
- [High-performing teams try new things, take risks, and learn from failures](https://aquent.co.uk/news/high-performing-teams-try-new-things-take-risks-and-learn-from-failures/) - Eight traits high-performing teams have in common.
- [Remote creative & marketing teams outperform onsite teams ](https://aquent.co.uk/news/remote-creative-marketing-teams-outperform-onsite-teams/) - While some leaders push for a return to the office, teams with the freedom to work remotely ultimately perform better.
- [Senior salary turbulence as talent-led market comes to a close](https://aquent.co.uk/news/senior-salary-turbulence-as-talent-led-market-comes-to-a-close/) - Wage inflation in 2021/22 comes back to bite mid and senior pay packets in 2023.
- [CMOs reflect on how AI will impact the future of marketing teams](https://aquent.co.uk/news/cmos-reflect-on-how-ai-will-impact-the-future-of-marketing-teams/) - Marketing executives weigh in on AI and how it may reduce their team head counts and budgets.
- [Revamping the interview process means prioritising candidates for success](https://aquent.co.uk/news/revamping-the-interview-process-means-prioritising-candidates-for-success/) - How companies can embrace hiring-process strategies that deliver a great experience for their candidates—and future employees.
- [The future of office jobs in the world of AI](https://aquent.co.uk/news/the-future-of-office-jobs-in-the-world-of-ai/) - Previous advancements in technology affected blue-collar jobs—now white-collar jobs are grappling with the recent changes.
- [Creatives and LGBTQ+ Rights—How to fight discrimination after the Supreme Court’s free speech ruling](https://aquent.co.uk/news/creatives-and-lgbtq-rights-how-to-fight-discrimination-after-the-supreme-courts-free-speech-ruling/) - Employers in the creative and design industry are urged to stay committed to preventing discriminatory practices and divisiveness.
- [Aquent CEO John Chuang says businesses must implement sustainable changes—today](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-ceo-john-chuang-says-businesses-must-implement-sustainable-changes-today/) - John Chuang hammers home the urgency with which business leaders need to face the threat of climate change.
- [New Aquent Talent website wins Gold at 2023 Global ACE Awards](https://aquent.co.uk/news/new-aquent-talent-website-wins-gold-at-2023-global-ace-awards/) - The ANA NYC’s annual awards recognise the best of the best in B2B marketing.
- [Aquent are proud to have won the Platinum Award for service from PRO Unlimited](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-are-proud-to-have-won-the-platinum-award-for-service-from-pro-unlimited/) - Aquent News: Celebrating Our Platinum Award for Exceptional Service from Pro Unlimited. Learn About Our Achievement!
- [The great COVID comeback - Creative salaries in 2022](https://aquent.co.uk/news/the-great-covid-comeback-creative-salaries-in-2022/) - According to the release of the 2022 salary guide from specialist creative recruiter Aquent, salaries are surging, particularly for those working in areas of design.
- [Senior designers enjoy salary increase while juniors struggle in 2021](https://aquent.co.uk/news/senior-designers-enjoy-salary-increase-while-juniors-struggle-in-2021/) - Recruitment data shows some signs of recovery as senior salaries increase, though problems remain at a junior level.
- [Creative salaries bounce back in 2021](https://aquent.co.uk/news/creative-salaries-bounce-back-in-2021/) - Senior art directors and copywriters achieving double-digit pay increases, recruiter reports.
- [Would You Enjoy Unlimited Annual Leave? Don't Be So Sure](https://aquent.co.uk/news/would-you-enjoy-unlimited-annual-leave-dont-be-so-sure/) - Unlimited paid time off is an incentive many companies are bringing forth, in an attempt to curb the Great Resignation plaguing the professional world in the pandemic.
- [KNOW YOUR WORTH: How you can be assertive and land that pay rise you really deserve](https://aquent.co.uk/news/know-your-worth-how-you-can-be-assertive-and-land-that-pay-rise-you-really-deserve/) - Around this time of year we often set ourselves goals, and establish what we'd like to achieve. If you're happy in your role, have you ever considered just asking for a pay rise?
- [Hybrid working a given; now Brits want to be nomads](https://aquent.co.uk/news/hybrid-working-a-given-now-brits-want-to-be-nomads/) - The desire for more work freedoms continues to rise, with two-thirds of Brits expressing interest in being a digital nomad for up to 12 months.
- [In-office or remote work: which do Gen Zers really prefer for career progression?](https://aquent.co.uk/news/in-office-or-remote-work-which-do-gen-zers-really-prefer-for-career-progression/) - Employee Experience 3.0: Creating a Workplace That Works highlights concern from Gen Z about remote works impact on career progression and more.
- [What we’ve got wrong about quiet quitting](https://aquent.co.uk/news/what-weve-got-wrong-about-quiet-quitting/) - The phrase has leapt into the business lexicon this year, but how helpful is the term, how new is the phenomenon it describes – and is this actually problematic for employers?
- [Aquent honoured for outstanding work-based learning programs](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-honoured-for-outstanding-work-based-learning-programs/) - Gymnasium offers innovative, effective skill-building for temporary and contract workers.
- [The co-creation agency that curates global talent for its clients](https://aquent.co.uk/news/the-co-creation-agency-that-curates-global-talent-for-its-clients/) - Aquent Studios’ staffing model blazes new trails in the ever-evolving digital and creative industries.
- [UX designers see pay cuts as other design sectors grow in 2022](https://aquent.co.uk/news/ux-designers-see-pay-cuts-as-other-design-sectors-grow-in-2022/) - Recruitment data from 2022 shows a “rebalancing” of in-demand sectors such as UX and a hesitancy to recruit junior designers.
- [Salary growth in marketing and creative industries set to slow in 2023](https://aquent.co.uk/news/salary-growth-in-marketing-and-creative-industries-set-to-slow-in-2023/) - The growth of wages in marketing and creative jobs are slowing as the industry “rebalances” post-pandemic.
- [Creative salaries set to ‘rebalance’ in 2023](https://aquent.co.uk/news/creative-salaries-set-to-rebalance-in-2023/) - Following the post-pandemic ‘boom’, salary increases have steadied in the creative sector.
- [Aquent recognised by LinkedIn as one of the Top 25 Most Socially Engaged Staffing Agencies globally](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-recognised-by-linkedin-as-one-of-the-top-25-most-socially-engaged-staffing-agencies-globally/) - We are thrilled to be ranked 8th out of the top 25 Most Socially Engaged Staffing Agencies on LinkedIn!
- [Aquent Wins ClearlyRated’s 2019 Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Diamond Awards](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-wins-clearlyrateds-2019-best-of-staffing-client-and-talent-diamond-awards/) - Aquent celebrates its 6th and 8th consecutive wins of Staffing Client and Staffing Talent Satisfaction from ClearlyRated.
- [Aquent are Grand Prize winners of the SIA's Best Staffing Firms to Work For 2019](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-are-grand-prize-winners-of-the-sias-best-staffing-firms-to-work-for-2019/) - The Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) have just announced their Best Staffing Firms to Work For 2019, and Aquent are excited to be a Grand Winner!
- [Aquent are proud to have won the Gold Award for service from PRO Unlimited](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-are-proud-to-have-won-the-gold-award-for-service-from-pro-unlimited/) - The annual Global Supplier Awards for Service in 2018 were announced this week by PRO Unlimited, and Aquent are excited to have won their Gold Award.
- [Aquent named one of America’s Best Recruiting and Staffing and Temp Staffing Firms in 2023](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-named-one-of-americas-best-americas-best-recruiting-and-staffing-and-temp-staffing-firms-in-2023/) - Forbes and research firm Statista surveyed over 5,200 external recruiters, HR or hiring managers, and job seekers for the list.
- [Aquent Talent President, Rohshann Pilla, shares how talent can stay ahead in the changing workforce](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-talent-president-rohshann-pilla-shares-how-talent-can-stay-ahead-in-the-changing-workforce/) - Three tips on how to remain competitive in the job market, excel in a career, and manage layoff anxiety.
- [Aquent is Proud to Have Been Awarded the “Investors in People” Gold Award](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-is-proud-to-have-been-awarded-the-investors-in-people-gold-award/) - Aquent UK receives the Investors in People (IIP) "We invest in people" Gold award to kickstart 2021.
- [Aquent has been awarded the inaugural Magnit 2023 Global Supplier Excellence Award](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-has-been-awarded-the-inaugural-magnit-2023-global-supplier-excellence-award/) - Aquent ranks among just 36 companies globally to have received the award, highlighting compliance, commitment and dedication.
- [Aquent named to FlexJobs list of Top 100 Companies With Remote Jobs](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-named-to-flexjobs-list-of-top-100-companies-with-remote-jobs/) - With the shift in preference for remote jobs, the list celebrates the companies embracing the present (and future) of work.
- [Aquent Recognised on Forbes America’s Best Professional and Temp Staffing Firms 2022 Lists](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-recognised-on-forbes-americas-best-professional-and-temp-staffing-firms-2022-lists/) - Aquent ranks as one of the top firms on the Best Temp Staffing Firms list and Best Professional Recruiting Firms list.
- [Aquent CEO, John Chuang, named to SIA’s 2022 staffing 100 for North America.](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-ceo-john-chuang-named-to-sias-2022-staffing-100-for-north-america/) - Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), recognises the bold leaders moving the workforce solutions ecosystem forward.
- [Making games better, safer, and more accessible in 2022.](https://aquent.co.uk/news/making-games-better-safer-and-more-accessible-in-2022/) - Gamers are helping to reshape games and communities to be more inclusive, equitable and accessible.
- [Without data and transparency, companies will fail to achieve workplace diversity](https://aquent.co.uk/news/without-data-and-transparency-companies-will-fail-to-achieve-workplace-diversity/) - Two obstacles to more diverse workplaces are a lack of diversity demographic data and the exclusion of various talent communities.
- [Is remote work the answer to becoming carbon neutral?](https://aquent.co.uk/news/is-remote-work-the-answer-to-becoming-carbon-neutral/) - As companies seek carbon-zero solutions, questions about the positive implications of remote work are asked.
- [Eighty seven percent of companies say they have a skills gap](https://aquent.co.uk/news/eighty-seven-percent-of-companies-say-they-have-a-skills-gap/) - Aquent’s Gymnasium program offers free online, video-based courses in digital design, web development and user experience.
- [How to thrive as an in-house design & operations leader](https://aquent.co.uk/news/how-to-thrive-as-an-in-house-design-operations-leader/) - A candid conversation around the challenges facing in-house design and operations leaders and what it takes to succeed.
- [Aquent goes 100 percent virtual](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-goes-100-percent-virtual/) - More than 200,000 square feet worldwide offices will go.
- [Remote work opens up the world, literally](https://aquent.co.uk/news/remote-work-opens-up-the-world-literally/) - The perfect job: career advice from the WSJ and business leaders
- [Aquent is sole Platinum winner in PRO Unlimited 2019 Awards](https://aquent.co.uk/news/aquent-is-sole-platinum-winner-in-pro-unlimited-2019-awards/) - Global Supplier Awards for Service recognize staffing agencies that go above and beyond in contingent workforce quality.
- [Staffing Industry Review](https://aquent.co.uk/news/staffing-industry-review/) - Equal employment benefits for the modern workforce.

## Agents

- [Hollie Goulden](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/hollie-goulden/) - Learn more about Aquent's European Marketing Executive Hollie Goulden.
- [Pearl Barraclough](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/pearl-barraclough/) - Learn more about Aquent Senior Account Manager Pearl Barraclough
- [Gemma Rowland](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/gemma-rowland/) - About My background is creative through and through! I am a photography graduate, Artist and Illustrator, and spend my spare time exploring my passion through a variety of hobbies including basket weaving, crochet, painting and embroidery. When I’m not making weird and wonderful gifts for my friends and family, I’m helping Hiring Managers find the
- [Georgia Dennis-Keen](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/georgia-dennis-keen/) - About I have been a part of Aquent's Support Team for eight years. I began my journey as the London Office Manager and continued along that path, now as the Operations Support and Project Manager for London and Amsterdam. I am the champion for change and innovation, driving positive adaptations as markets adjust. I know
- [Monika Pflicke](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/monika-pflicke/) - Meet Monika Pflicke, Aquent Agent for Exceptional Creative Solutions. Learn About Our Accomplished Professional.
- [Aliza Sweiry](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/aliza-sweiry/) - Meet Aliza Sweiry, Aquent Agent Driving Creative Excellence. Learn About Our Talented Professional
- [Ben Kinkaid](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/ben-kinkaid/) - About Leading Aquent’s marketing and content strategy in the UK and Europe, alongside social media strategy, lead generation, tone of voice, brand partnerships & content development. Outside of work I like to stay active including cycling, golf, snowboarding and weightlifting. I'm also a big fan of board games!
- [Thomas Clarke](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/thomas-clarke/) - About Hi, I'm Thomas - part of the Support Team working as a European IT Support Engineer. Learning new things is one of my favourite hobbies and over the years one of my biggest hobbies has been music production which I've self taught - I recently started learning to play guitar to take my production
- [Natalie Candler](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/natalie-candler/) - About
- [Helena Kay](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/helena-kay/) - About My background is in Illustration and Animation, but I've worked across countless different sectors internationally throughout my recruitment career. I'm most passionate about the creative sector, and my extensive experience in recruitment means I'm well equipped to provide the best possible outcome for both client and candidate. I am friendly, consistent and motivated. In my free
- [Paul James](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/paul-james/) - About I have worked for Aquent since 1998, firstly as UK Finance Director and then covering all our European offices. I started my career in Banking, specifically foreign exchange and money market transactions, then moved onto the entertainment industry as Finance Manager. Personal interests include listening and playing music, as well as keeping fit.
- [Pamela Wiatr](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/pamela-wiatr/) - About I’m passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives, always going the extra mile to help. A couple of years ago, I discovered my interest in Human Resources (I am a CIPD member), however, the main area of interest within HR is definitely recruitment. Personal growth is a big part of my life
- [Ola Lichtensztein](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/ola-lichtensztein/) - About I graduated in Psychology and Marketing 4 years ago and since then I have been regularly meeting professionals in their field which I found extremely interesting and with this insight, I felt like Aquent would be the perfect match for me to help candidates find their dream jobs. I wanted to use my skills
- [Karen Brandle](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/karen-brandle/) - About I have been part of the Support Team at Aquent for over 14 years. I started as an Admin Assistant in 2008 and then worked with the Shared Services team providing support to the European, American, and Australian offices. I am now the Operations Lead for the Client Team in the UK making sure
- [Judy Odelana](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/judy-odelana/) - About I began my journey with Aquent looking for my next role, and when the opportunity arose to work for Aquent, I jumped at the chance! As a self-taught Graphic Designer, I’m a creative person who loves all aspects of design, so spending the day looking through creative portfolios is definitely a great perk of
- [Jess Linning](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/jess-linning/) - About After graduating from university in 2016, I fell into the recruitment industry and have loved it ever since! I am passionate about speaking with talented people and placing candidates into their dream roles. Having worked across different industries over the past 6 years, I am excited by what Aquent has to offer both clients and candidates! If you are looking for your next role, please don’t hesitate to get in
- [Faizah Lunat](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/faizah-lunat/) - About I have been a part of Aquent's Major Accounts team for over 3 years now and have embedded myself as part of the team's ongoing support function. The team and I create change to ensure we provide the best talent experience and adapt to market shifts so each and every individual that interacts with Aquent has a
- [Emmeline Shadrach](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/emmeline-shadrach/) - About I'm passionate about all things recruitment related! I love helping people achieve what they are looking for in a dream job, helping my clients discover their best talent match and making a difference to people's lives - and I think that is reflected in my 20 years working in the recruitment sector! At Aquent
- [Ben Morgan](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/ben-morgan/) - About I look after the financials for Aquent’s European markets, which are currently the UK, the Netherlands, France and Germany. I take an active role in helping our teams worldwide understand how their choices can impact our clients, talent, and our business. It’s a challenging and varied role, but I’m working with great people who
- [Bee Wilkins](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/bee-wilkins/) - About I began with Aquent in April 2007 following their purchase of the recruitment company I was working for at the time. That company was also in the creative sector and I had worked with them since 1982, nothing if not a stayer! Before that I worked for a publishing company as secretary for their
- [Amit Chowdhury](https://aquent.co.uk/agent/amit-chowdhury/) - About I am the European and Global Support Team Lead, overseeing all areas of Aquent's IT setup for the European offices in London, Paris and Amsterdam. I am also part of the global Engineering and Ops team for Aquent's I.T infrastructure worldwide. I joined the Aquent team in 2016 with over 15 years experience from

## Downloads

- [Improving Diversity in the Workplace](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/improving-diversity-in-the-workplace/)
- [2026 Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/2026-salary-guide/)
- [The Future is Inclusive: A guide to digital accessibility](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/the-future-is-inclusive-a-guide-to-digital-accessibility/)
- [Freelance Hiring: The Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/freelance-hiring-the-guide/)
- [Employee Experience 3.0 Report Part 3](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/employee-experience-3-0-report-part-3/)
- [Employee Experience 3.0 Report Part 2](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/employee-experience-3-0-report-part-2/)
- [Employee Experience 3.0 Report Part 1](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/employee-experience-3-0-report-part-1/)
- [90 Day Onboarding Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/90-day-onboarding-worksheet/)
- [2025 Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/2025-salary-guide/)
- [Finding and keeping UX professionals](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/finding-and-keeping-ux-professionals/)
- [I need to hire a UX designer](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/i-need-to-hire-a-ux-designer/)
- [Diversity Business Toolkit Part 3](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/diversity-business-toolkit-part-3/)
- [Diversity Business Toolkit Part 2](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/diversity-business-toolkit-part-2/)
- [Diversity Business Toolkit Part 1](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/diversity-business-toolkit-part-1/)
- [Digital Marketing Hiring Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/digital-marketing-hiring-guide/)
- [Mind Your Manners](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/mind-your-manners/)
- [Permanent Hiring Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/permanent-hiring-guide/)
- [Tips and Tricks for Interviewing Candidates](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/tips-and-tricks-for-interviewing-candidates/)
- [Digital Accessibility Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/digital-accessibility-guide/)
- [Getting a Job](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/getting-a-job/)
- [Hiring Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/hiring-guide/)
- [Candidate Interview Workbook 2024 - Google Sheet](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/candidate-interview-workbook-2024-google-sheet/)
- [Refining Your Portfolio 2024](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/refining-your-portfolio-2024/)
- [Talent Insights Report](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/talent-insights-report/)
- [2024 Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/2024-salary-guide/)
- [GAD 2024 Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/downloads/gad-2024-salary-guide/)

## Landing Pages

- [Improving Diversity in the Workplace (Gated)](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/diversity-in-the-workplace/) - Best practices to improve diversity in the UK workplace for those seeking to make meaningful changes for the first time and well-versed DEI advocates alike.
- [2026 UK Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/salary-guide/) - Find creative, marketing & tech pay trends in Aquent’s 2026 UK Salary Guide. Discover how much you should be paying to hire and retain the best creative talent.
- [Talent Insights Report](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/talent-insights-report/) - we delve into the art of high performance. Surveying 5,431 global professionals in creative, marketing, and tech, we examine potential drivers
- [GAD 2024 Salary Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/gad-2024-salary-guide/) - With the right team, anything is possible As a specialist recruitment agency with almost 40 years of experience, we match the right talent to the right opportunities and build relationships that help people and organisations thrive. That's why we're the global leader in talent and recruiting for marketing, creative, and tech. Get in touch and
- [Candidate Interview Worksheet (Gated)](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/candidate-interview-worksheet/) - Interview Worksheet Streamline the candidate evaluation process. Our worksheet contains top hiring manager interview questions and focus areas for interview notes to help you identify high performers and hire the right talent to elevate your team. Get the Worksheet What's Inside Overview With experience interviewing thousands of marketing, creative, and technology candidates each year, plus
- [Refining Your Portfolio](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/refining-your-portfolio/) - Level up your portfolio game with our how-to guide on building, updating and refining your creative portfolio.
- [90 Day Onboarding Guide (Gated)](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/90-day-onboarding-guide/) - Our Aquent Onboarding Guide takes you through the employee onboarding process step by step, helping you to engage new hires.
- [Employee Experience 3.0 (Gated)](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/future-of-work-employee-experience-3-0/) - These three reports, entitled Employee Experience 3.0, cover insights on the future of work from a global survey conducted with work futurist Dr. Terri Horton.
- [Freelance Hiring: The Guide](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/freelance-hiring-guide/) - Download the ultimate Freelance Hiring guide. Learn how and when to hire freelancers, understand freelance day rates with our freelance rate card, and more!
- [The Future is Inclusive: A guide to digital accessibility (Gated)](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/digital-accessibility-guide/) - Discover why digital accessibility matters and how to craft inclusive digital journeys. A practical guide with actionable steps to improve customer experience.
- [Talent Insights Report - Thanks](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/talent-insights-report/thanks/) - Thank you. Download the Talent Insights Report using the button below. Once you're done, take a look at our blog for additional resources, insights, and tips. From the Blog Ready to talk?
- [GAD 2024 Salary Guide - Thanks](https://aquent.co.uk/lp/gad-2024-salary-guide/thanks/) - Thank you. Download the 2024 Salary Guide by using the button below. Once you're done, take a look at our blog for additional resources, insights, and tips. From the Blog Ready to talk?