Budget 2025 for Businesses: What Founders, PE Firms & High-Growth Teams Need to Know
Budget 2025 for businesses explained. A clear breakdown of what the Budget means for founders, PE firms and high-growth teams through a talent-first lens.
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The Belonging Curve: Recruitment doesn’t end when people are hired
WEBINAR: Discover how recruitment and onboarding shape belonging. Learn an actionable employee belonging strategy to improve trust, retention, and performance.
What the UK’s Increased Taxes on Private Equity Mean for the Sector
Elle Butler
November 4, 2024
In the latest UK budget, taxes on private equity’s carried interest are set to rise from 28% to 32%, with more changes ahead in 2026. While the increase is less than expected, it signals a shift in the regulatory landscape for private equity in Britain. How might this impact the sector—and where do the opportunities lie?
Businesses Are Pausing Hiring Decisions Ahead of the UK Budget
Elle Butler
October 25, 2024
As the UK Budget announcement approaches, businesses are putting hiring plans on hold amid economic uncertainty. With optimism among British firms at its lowest since late 2023, companies are awaiting clarity on tax and employment policy before committing to new recruitment. Discover how The Small Consultancy can support your organization through these challenging times, offering expertise in workforce planning and adaptable recruitment strategies to help your business thrive despite the fiscal unknowns ahead.
An Interview with Carly Redwood: Head of People and Culture at The Small Consultancy
Elle Butler
October 17, 2024
Carly shares her expert insights on people and culture. How to build inclusive, values-driven cultures in high-growth environments, and her approach to aligning people strategy with goals, enhancing employee engagement, and integrating DEI initiatives.
Labour’s International Investment Summit: A Boost for the UK Economy and Talent Market?
Elle Butler
October 15, 2024
Labour’s recent International Investment Summit has positioned the UK as a global leader in innovation, with £60 billion in new investments expected to create over 40,000 jobs. This surge in economic growth is driving demand for talent in private equity, venture capital, and emerging technologies.
An Interview with Jon Evans: Marketing Manager at The Small Consultancy
Elle Butler
October 14, 2024
We sit down with Jon Evans, Marketing Manager at The Small Consultancy, to explore his transition from recruitment to marketing, the firm’s evolution, and the challenges and opportunities in recruitment marketing for startups, scaleups, and high-growth sectors.
Nurturing Growth: UK Climate Policies Create Fertile Ground for Green Tech Investment
Elle Butler
October 11, 2024
The UK’s climate policies are fostering a fertile environment for VC investment in green tech startups. Discover how these policies are shaping the future of green tech funding and driving the shift toward a low-carbon economy.
An Interview with Caroline Hall: Founder and Head of Talent at The Small Consultancy
Elle Butler
October 11, 2024
We sit down with Caroline Hall, the visionary behind The Small Consultancy, to discuss her journey in recruitment, the firm’s growth, and the challenges and opportunities within the private equity, venture capital, and high-growth sectors.
Women on the Rise: The New Power Players in Investing
Elle Butler
October 1, 2024
The rising influence of women as a fast-growing investor segment Women’s share of global financial assets is rapidly increasing, and their influence is reshaping the
Carly Redwood Partners With The Small Consultancy
Jon Evans
June 24, 2024
The Small Consultancy strengthens client value proposition partnering with Head of People & Culture The Small Consultancy, a leading provider of flexible in-house recruitment solutions
If you are a scaleup, VC or PE backed company going through a period of growth or change; talk to The Small Consultancy today and find out how we can help you think differently about your recruitment and meet the challenges ahead.