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AI companies are paying premium salaries for Forward Deployed Engineers. But is this just rebranding roles that already exist?
AI hiring will dominate 2026, with demand shifting from pure engineering to leaders who can turn AI into ROI.
AI-driven job chaos is reshaping hiring, pay, leadership, and org structures across London’s VC- and PE-funded digital sector. 18 trends you should know in 2026.
Europe’s top AI startups are lean, fast-moving, and hiring hard. But are they over-optimising for engineers?
Hiring activity just spiked across the market. Here are the six trends defining the year-end recruitment rush.
You’re losing great candidates at the final stage. And it’s probably for one avoidable reason.
Graduate jobs have fallen off a cliff. AI is taking entry-level work, and degrees aren’t enough anymore. Here’s what’s really happening to the graduate job market, and why it matters.
As AI products move from hype to revenue, finding sales leaders who can actually sell them is tough. Discover five proven strategies to hire the right sales talent - from software veterans to growth-minded leaders ready to monetise AI in 2026.
Why are software developer salaries in London ranging from £80k to £250k? With Big Tech, fintech, and AI driving demand, how much is top talent really worth today?
Acqui hires make headlines, but the future is team hires. Founders can secure top talent fast, without the M&A pain or inflated price tags.
AI pay surges, Gen Z lockouts, leadership swaps… 7 trends reshaping the 2025 job market.
What’s happening to leadership salaries in London’s Series B tech scene? Some roles are booming, others are flatlining. Our 2025 snapshot reveals the new rules of executive compensation.
Make the most of your dog walks with these 18 standout tech and scaleup podcasts. From startup stories to growth insights, these shows will keep you inspired, informed, and moving.
When even video screenings aren’t enough to effectively interview candidates - it’s fair to ask: where did human judgment go?
Unlimited funding but no team? Anti-blitzscaling is here. Learn why sales, ops, and growth leaders are essential to turn tech into real business success.
Same title, completely different jobs. Here’s what London scaleups are really paying—plus what to expect in equity, scope, and team size.
Key takeaways from a roundtable we co-hosted with Next47, featuring insights from 12 VCs and CTOs in AI.
Struggling to land a job in 2025? Discover 10 expert tips to stand out in the job market, from LinkedIn hacks to networking strategies that actually work.
After speaking to CEOs and investors, there seem to be common themes needed for the UK AI Action Plan to become a reality and spark a hiring boom.
From AI to office culture, here are the top 5 trends I see shaping this space in the year ahead 💥
If you're a founder or CEO who understands the importance of attracting and retaining great talent, tune in to the latest episode (19) of People & Pioneers - The Podcast, featuring Ellis Seder, Founder of Santa Monica Talent.
Over the years, I’ve spoken with many founders who want to step back but feel unsure about how to transition smoothly, so I thought it might be helpful to share some of Evgeny’s key insights from his experience.