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Reuters · 1 month ago

UK Retailers Plan to Create 100,000 Jobs for Young Unemployed People by 2029

British retailers plan to create 100,000 jobs for young people by 2029, alongside a new work placement programme offering initial opportunities to unemployed 18-24-year-olds.

The Economic Times · 1 month ago

AI Could Reshape Entry-Level Jobs and Change How Careers Begin

AI is putting pressure on routine entry-level roles that traditionally help young professionals build experience. As companies adopt AI, education and apprenticeship models may need to evolve to create new pathways for young workers to develop expertise and judgment.

Economic Times · 1 month ago

AI Is Changing How Indian Parents Think About Their Children’s Future Careers

AI is prompting Indian parents to rethink traditional career paths such as engineering and medicine. As uncertainty grows around future jobs, families are increasingly focusing on adaptability, personal interests and skills that can remain relevant as work changes.

Reuters · 1 month ago

UK Minister to Discuss Jaguar Land Rover Job Cuts With CEO

The UK business minister is set to meet Jaguar Land Rover's CEO over reported plans to cut around 4,000 jobs as the carmaker seeks major savings amid challenging market conditions.

Reuters · 1 month ago

UK Permanent Hiring Shows First Growth Since 2022

UK permanent hiring increased in August for the first time since September 2022, although vacancies continued to decline across the wider jobs market.

Reuters · 1 month ago

US Jobless Claims Edge Higher as Labor Market Remains Stable

US unemployment claims increased marginally last week, while low layoffs pointed to a stable labor market. At the same time, higher services input prices highlighted continued inflation pressure ahead of upcoming US employment and inflation data.

ADP · 1 month ago

U.S. Private Employers Added 38,000 Jobs in August as Hiring Slowed

U.S. private-sector employment rose by 38,000 jobs in August, marking the slowest pace of job creation since January, according to ADP. Education and health services, leisure and hospitality, and construction recorded gains, while manufacturing and professional services shed jobs.

Reuters · 1 month ago

Uber to Cut Around 3,300 Jobs in Major Workforce Restructuring

Uber plans to cut around 3,300 jobs, or about 10% of its workforce, as it restructures its organization and responds to growing competition from robotaxi companies.

Business Standard · 1 month ago

E-commerce, Quick-Commerce and Logistics Companies Step Up Seasonal Hiring Ahead of Festive Demand

E-commerce, quick-commerce and logistics companies are expanding seasonal hiring as festive demand gathers pace. Opportunities are increasing across delivery, fulfilment, warehousing, logistics, technology and specialised operational roles.

Hindustan Times · 1 month ago

India’s Domestic Battery Manufacturing Could Drive 7.2 Million EV Jobs by 2040: Study

A study by ICCT and IIM-Bangalore estimates that domestic battery-cell manufacturing could help India create up to 7.2 million direct EV manufacturing jobs by 2040, with employment gains depending significantly on battery localisation.

Reuters · 2 months ago

WPP Plans Up to 1,000 Additional Job Cuts by Year-End, FT Reports

WPP is reportedly planning up to 1,000 additional job cuts by the end of 2026 as the advertising group accelerates its restructuring under new CEO Cindy Rose.

The Economic Times · 2 months ago

Oracle Reportedly Prepares for Possible New Job Cuts as September 1 Approaches

Oracle is reportedly preparing for another possible round of job cuts as September 1 approaches, following a workforce reduction of around 21,000 employees during fiscal 2026. The company has not officially confirmed that layoffs will begin on September 1.

India Today · 2 months ago

MBA Graduates Earn 52% More Than Engineers in 2026 Placements as Employers Seek Business and Tech Skills

MBA graduates received campus placement packages 52% higher than engineering graduates in the 2026 placement cycle, according to Deloitte India. The changing gap highlights growing employer demand for professionals who can combine technology, business understanding and adaptability.

India Today · 2 months ago

India’s HFT Boom Brings Internships Worth Up to Rs 60 Lakh and Pay Packages Up to Rs 4 Crore

India’s HFT sector is attracting attention with internship offers reaching up to Rs 60 lakh for two months, as trading firms compete for talent in the highly lucrative quant careers market.

Reuters · 2 months ago

UK Youth NEET Numbers Fall Below 1 Million in Second Quarter of 2026

The number of UK young people not in employment, education or training fell below one million in the second quarter of 2026, although the total remained higher than a year earlier.

Business Standard · 2 months ago

India’s Job Postings Rise in July After Three-Month Hiring Decline

India’s formal job market recorded a 1.2% rise in job postings in July after three consecutive months of decline, with healthcare showing strong growth while technology hiring remained under pressure.

Huntsville Business Journal · 2 months ago

Cyber Workforce Gaps Raise Concerns About Future Talent Needs

Cybersecurity leaders in Huntsville are warning of potential workforce gaps as technology changes rapidly and demand for skilled talent continues to grow. A recent panel highlighted the need for adaptable workers, diverse backgrounds, internships and a broader approach to hiring.

The Straits Times · 2 months ago

Singapore Fintech Companies Expand Hiring as AI Boosts Growth

Fintech companies including Airwallex, Revolut and YouTrip are expanding their teams in Singapore as AI supports business growth, product development and greater operational capacity.

Reuters · 2 months ago

H-1B Visa Rules Face Major Fee Changes and Tougher Screening

The U.S. H-1B visa program is facing proposed fee increases, ongoing legal disputes and stricter applicant screening, creating fresh uncertainty for employers that rely on skilled foreign workers.

Reuters · 2 months ago

Volkswagen CEO Faces Growing Opposition Over Job Cuts and Restructuring Plans

Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume is facing renewed opposition from workers, labour representatives and stakeholders as he seeks support for a restructuring plan that could involve major job cuts and potential plant closures.

ETHRWorld / The Economic Times HRWorld · 2 months ago

India’s White-Collar Hiring Outlook Improves for the Second Half of 2026

India's white-collar hiring market is expected to expand in the second half of 2026, with 79% of senior HR leaders anticipating new job creation. Real estate, FMCG and IT are among the most optimistic sectors, while early-career hiring and demand for new skills remain key trends.

The Economic Times · 2 months ago

UPSC Invites Applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner Posts

UPSC has invited applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts in the EPFO. Eligible candidates can apply online from August 22 to September 11, 2026.

The Guardian · 2 months ago

UK Graduate Job Openings Drop to Their Lowest Level in a Decade

UK graduate job vacancies fell to 8,383 in July, their lowest level since Adzuna began tracking the market a decade ago. The decline highlights the increasingly difficult environment facing young people and new university graduates entering the workforce.

The Straits Times · 2 months ago

DBS HR Chief Urges Workers to Focus on How AI Can Help Them

DBS HR chief Lee Yan Hong says employees should view AI as a tool that can increase their capabilities rather than simply fear its impact on jobs. The bank is expanding AI adoption, hiring in growth areas and supporting employees as roles evolve.