Number of new job vacancies increases by almost three-quarters in July

The number of candidates being placed in new jobs rose by 26% from June to July, according to the latest data from C&M Travel Recruitment.

This is up 7% on last year and marks the third-highest growth figure for placements this year.

The recruitment specialist’s latest figures also found month-on-month increases in new job vacancies and new candidates searching for jobs between June and July.

Vacancies advertised with C&M Travel Recruitment increased by 39% month on month, while the number of candidates grew by 6% in the same period and 15% compared to last year.

The number of new roles was at its highest level in four months, although this was down 8% on July 2024.  

C&M Travel Recruitment co-owner and managing director Barbara Kolosinska said: "Considering the traditional summer slowdown, July was a very positive month for travel recruitment.

“We saw job placements, vacancies and new candidates all rising, which is the first time this year that all three metrics have increased in the same month.”

She added: "It’s also very encouraging to see a rise in job placements compared to the same month last year – with August looking like it will improve on last year as well.

“With many candidates and decision makers returning from their summer breaks, these positive figures now put us in a healthy position as we head into the autumn months."