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UK finance jobs market Q1 2026: hiring trends and top 10 in-demand roles Your snapshot of the top 10 most in-demand UK finance jobs for the quarter, plus data-backed hiring trends, market outlooks, and more. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-16T16:40:00.000+01:00 Research and insights

Leadership in the boardroom: why workforce planning needs a reset in the age of AI C-suite leaders and board-level execs share insights on workforce planning in the age of AI in a recent roundtable discussion hosted by Robert Half. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-13T16:25:00.000+01:00 Management tips

Senior finance roles in 2026: how to adapt to AI in the finance industry Use in-depth industry research to learn how to adapt your senior finance skillset, hiring approach, and mindset to the rise of AI in the finance industry. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-06T14:54:00.000+01:00 Career development

Returning to work after maternity leave: planning and preparation tips This is your single comprehensive source for returning to work after maternity leave, including pre-return prep, UK maternity leave law, and more. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-24T08:00:00.000Z Career development

Expert how-to guide: how to write a reference letter for an employee Expert recruiters share how to write a reference letter for an employee, complete with errors to avoid and a full sample letter to guide you. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-19T16:03:00.000Z Management tips

Finance director career roadmap: must-have skills and experience Get practical advice on becoming a finance director, including salaries, skills, experience, and where a finance director career can take you. Read more… ROBERT HALF 2026-03-17T08:00:00.000Z Career development

What the best UK private equity firms look for Do you have the financial leadership skills to succeed in a UK private equity firm? Our executive search experts share field intel on what the best firms look for. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-05T07:00:00.000Z Management tips