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Recruitment forecasts for 2026 – what it means for Defence Technology, Engineering, Aviation, Business Support and contractor talent

Businesses are dealing with increased taxes and employment costs, including business rates and National Insurance contributions, investment levels are down, and inflation remains high. For organisations hiring across sectors such as Defence Technology, Engineering, Aviation, and Business Support, it’s proving to be a testing time.

The Budget 2025 – what it means for Defence, Engineering, Technology and contractor talent

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has delivered her second Budget which, she claims, will take ‘fair and necessary’ choices to deliver on this government’s promise of change. It comes at a challenging moment for the UK economy, with productivity growth downgraded and higher inflation forecast.

Meet Luke Gibbons – Expanding CBSbutler’s US Engineering Reach

We caught up with Luke, our newest addition to the CBSbutler team, to learn more about his background, sector insights, and plans to grow our Industrial Automation and Process Control presence across the US.

Why candidate negotiation power is shifting and what it means for employers

Across the UK, hiring managers in technical and engineering-led industries are seeing a decisive shift – candidates now have the upper hand throughout the hiring process. Scarcity of skills, rising pay transparency and changing expectations are giving candidates greater leverage than ever before when it comes to job offers and negotiations. And that’s forcing employers to rethink how they attract, negotiate with and secure top talent. For many it’s a surprising move away from traditional dynamics, but it’s not a passing fad – it reflects deeper changes in the labour market, candidate expectations and organisational strategy.

Air Traffic Control 2.0 – What a $31.5bn overhaul means for aviation talent

The United States government has announced a $31.5 billion investment to modernise its air traffic control (ATC) system, the most significant investment in aviation infrastructure for decades. Currently, the system, introduced in the mid-90s, still runs on copper-based networks, which were pioneering at the time but are now widely regarded as outdated, vulnerable and ill-suited to the demands of modern air travel.

Should the UK build its own Large Language Models?

Large Language Models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s GPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude are transforming the way businesses operate, how public services are delivered and how knowledge is accessed – should the UK invest in building its own LLMs?

Thinking Global, Hiring Smart: How CBSbutler Navigates International Recruitment

At CBSbutler, we’ve long understood that the best candidates don’t always sit within commuting distance—and that smart hiring means thinking bigger. That’s why we’ve spent decades perfecting the art (and science) of global recruitment.

Cyber Security Salary Survey 2025 – Download Now!

The cybersecurity industry is evolving rapidly, and salaries are rising as demand for skilled professionals soars.

Budgets on the Battlefield: Analysing the Surge in Global Defence Spending

Analysing the Surge in Global Defence Spending

The AI Arms Race: How Emerging Technologies are Shaping Modern Defence Strategies

How Emerging Technologies are Shaping Modern Defence Strategies

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Client review - AFC

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Client - Service

"A credit to the recruitment industry! Fantastic communication throughout all stages of the hiring process. Thanks ever so much for the offer confirmation from Elsevier. This is a fantastic opportunity for me going forward for my career and the location could not be more perfect. The wife will be over the moon :) I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for getting in touch regarding this role and the smooth transition to a successful hire. You guys are a credit to your industry."

Client - Elsevier

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Alex Froude - Very Responsive!

"I have worked with Dave Rowe for many years. Although he is not the only reason we work with CBSbutler, he is one of the primary reasons. I value quality and honesty over speed of response. I know that Dave always delivers the highest quality by taking the necessary time."

David Rowe - Aviation

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Client - professional

"Amazing communication and also incredibly helpful. Always on hand to help and also very friendly. Bethan in particular was outstanding."

Bethan Conroy - M&LS

"It's been a pleasure working with Tom and CBSbutler over the last 18 months. Tom’s dedication and professionalism in supporting me as a contractor during this time has been really appreciated. Tom has always gone the extra mile and had my back during any contract negotiations, and I would fully recommend working with him."

Tom McParland

"Excellent and professional service. The consultant Bethan was very thorough in dealing with my application and she kept me regularly updated on each stage of process. What I found most helpful was the prep e-mail and publications she sent to me way ahead of my interview date. Also, I found her to be extremely polite, transparent and forthcoming re communications/feedback she got from company. All in all, Bethan has been one of the best agents I have interacted with and she was always willing to answer any questions I had at any time. We hope her efforts can be rewarded through an outstanding employee award."

Bethan Conroy - Royal Free Hospital

"It's been an absolute pleasure to work with Jonny, all the way through the last six-ish years. I can't thank you, Emma, and of course, the other teams in CBSbutler, enough for everything you’ve done for me since you joined CBSbutler, in fact, I’m pleased to have seen you rise to where you are now and I hope it continues for you."

Jonny Garrett & Emma Denmark

"Great communication, really professional with email or telephone conversations. Been a real pleasure to have worked with the company. If I needed an Agency to go to in the future this would be my first choice."

Client - Communication

"From the initial contract to being settled in a new role, Ciaran Digney communicated regularly and was provided in-depth customer knowledge which helped me no end."

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