Our Blog and Updates - Devonshire Recruitment

20 March 2026

Freelancers & Compliance: Managing Payments, IR35, and Risk

Freelancers play a crucial role in creative and marketing teams, offering organisations flexible access to top talent exactly when they need it. Their...

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10 March 2026

Hybrid Skill Sets Driving Salaries in Creative and Marketing Roles in 2026

One of the clearest trends emerging from Devonshire’s 2026 Salary Trends Guide is the continued rise of hybrid skill sets across creative, ...

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17 February 2026

April 2026 Employment Law Changes: What Employers Need to Know

From 6 April 2026, a series of employment law reforms will come into effect across the UK as part of the government’s plan to Make Work Pay. ...

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2 February 2026

10 Reasons Why Freelancers Could Be a Game-Changer for Your Business

More than ever, companies are embracing the freelance economy as a smart, flexible, and cost-effective solution. But what are the real benefits of ...

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19 January 2026

The Creative Shift: How AI Is Reshaping Design & Branding in 2026

Will AI replace creative, marketing, and presentation professionals? The short answer is “No”. AI is a tool, not the talent. Across ...

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12 January 2026

Looking Ahead: Key Trends Shaping 2026 for Freelancers in Creative, Presentations & Marketing

As we begin 2026, the landscape for freelancers in Creative, Marketing and Presentation roles is evolving rapidly. AI is everywhere, businesses want ...

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5 December 2025

Why December Is the Perfect Month to Prepare for the New Year

Most people think December is a write-off for job hunting or career planning. “Everyone’s clocking off.” “Hiring freezes are everywhere...

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12 November 2025

Why You Shouldn’t Wait Until You’re Job Hunting to Update Your Portfolio

We recently ran a LinkedIn Poll asking creatives how often they update their portfolio. The results were pretty telling, with over half (56%) ...

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18 October 2025

How to Create a Portfolio When Your Work is Restricted by NDAs

Creating a portfolio when your work is restricted by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) can be tricky, but it's not impossible. If you want to ...

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18 September 2025

Is Hiring a Freelancer Right for Your Business?

More than ever, we are seeing companies embrace the freelance economy as a smart, flexible, and cost-effective solution. So, what are the benefits ...

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18 July 2025

Mid-Year Recruitment Check-In: Strategies for Clients to Succeed in the Second Half of 2025

As we pass the halfway mark of 2025, it’s a great opportunity to pause, reflect, and recalibrate your recruitment plans for the months ahead. ...

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11 July 2025

Freelancing: Is It Right for You?

At Devonshire, we have dedicated consultants who are always looking for freelancers in the creative, presentation, content and marketing sectors. If ...

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13 March 2025

Bridging the Generation Gap: How HR Can Meet the Needs of a Multigenerational Workforce

Today’s workplaces are more diverse than ever, with employees spanning multiple generations. Each group has its way of working, communicating, and ...

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4 February 2025

Candidate Priorities in 2025: Focus on What Matters

As the job market evolves, professionals are becoming increasingly mindful of what they need to thrive in their careers. Whether you’re exploring ...

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28 January 2025

Employer Priorities in 2025: Stay Ahead of the Competition

Attracting and retaining top talent has always been a challenge, but 2025 is shaping up to be even more competitive. Candidates’ priorities are ...

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20 January 2025

Reducing Unconscious Bias in Hiring

Let’s create fairer, more inclusive workplaces together - Understanding Unconscious Bias and Its Impact on Hiring Unconscious bias refers to ...

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11 December 2024

Why December is the Perfect Time to Job Hunt

Every year, we hear the same thing from job seekers: “I suppose everything slows down in the job market at Christmas.” OR “I guess December isn...

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22 November 2024

Supporting Men’s Mental Health in the Workplace: Breaking the Stigma

In today’s workplaces, mental health is no longer a taboo subject, yet men often face unique challenges in accessing support. For employers and ...

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6 November 2024

Keeping Experience Alive: Retaining Baby Boomers in the Workplace

What is a Baby Boomer? Baby Boomers are individuals born between 1946 and 1964, representing a generation approaching retirement that holds essential...

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10 October 2024

Prioritising Mental Health in Your Career

World Mental Health Day reminds us of the importance of taking care of our mental well-being. This year, the focus is on prioritising mental health at...

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