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Research

As a member of the Institute of Recruitment Professionals, you can access selected Research paper from the REC's Industry Research Unit free of charge. In addition, there are a number of research reports that you can purchase for a greatly reduced fee.

You have access to the REC's library of research, white papers and reports from the Industry Research Unit. This information can be used to benchmark the performance of your organisation and gives you updated data and analysis and useful outlooks and predictions on the recruitment industry as a whole.


How Our Research Is Used

At a national level, our research is used widely to support key lobbying positions, to help the industry to speak with real authority and clarity on issues that matter and to underpin the increasing professionalism of the industry.

Paid for Industry Research Reports

Some REC reports can be purchased through the REC's Industry Research Unit Bookshop. Reports are released across a variety of thought provoking topics throughout the year, so keep checking back for more research.

2+2 Bundle

Throughout 2010, as part of your IRP Membership you have the opportunity to purchase a selection of Industry Research Unit reports for a reduced price. The 2+2 bundle allows you to purchase any two research reports plus JobsOutlook monthly Executive briefing service, Market>I, for just £99 (plus VAT).

NEW - Research Sourcebook
The Industry Research Unit's Sourcebook is your guide to the UK Recruitment and Staffing Industry. It provides you with a list of key Industry Research Unit reports, as well as some important statistical information that is invaluable to recruiters looking to expand their knowledge and analyse trends within the recruitment industry. Click here to view the Sourcebook.