Hiring Strategy

In a consulting market shaped by economic uncertainty, technological disruption, and shifting workforce expectations, understanding how compensation and benefits are changing has never been more important. The Tarka Talent 2026 Salary & Benefits Report offers a detailed and data-led perspective on these changes, combining insights from nearly 500 consultants with real-world conversations across the industry.  What appears is a clear and […]

Insights from Tarka Talent’s panel in partnership with The Berkeley Partnership LLP  The consulting industry is rapidly evolving. Digital transformation, AI adoption, operating model redesign and enterprise-wide change are reshaping how organisations think, operate and grow. Yet alongside this transformation, one question remains persistent: how do women build sustainable, fulfilling leadership careers in consulting and technology?   At our recent Women in

This is an excellent resource for those looking for a consultant role and need support through the recruitment process.   The consulting recruitment process is known for being one of the most meticulous in the professional services industry. Whether you’re stepping into a new consulting position or making a strategic career move within the industry, understanding

After the gloom of the global consulting recruitment market in 2023, how has the start of 2024 compared? In short, the consensus seems to be that the consulting recruitment market is still slow. However, there are definite green shoots starting to appear that provide hope for the second half of the year and beyond. Here’s

Over the last two years, we have seen consulting salaries rise considerably, disrupting the usual salary structures we’re accustomed to. Now, candidates and employers alike are questioning the impact of these unprecedented increases.  In this article, we will explore the reasons why salaries have increased, the implications of rising consulting salaries and the potential strategic

The recruitment market has changed dramatically in the consulting sector over the past few years. As a result, it’s been difficult for employers and candidates to stay up to date with hiring trends. Our recruitment consultants ensure that they stay up to date with the latest news, so that you can rely on us to

As we head into the new year, our attention turns to what consulting recruitment will look like in 2023.   The recruitment market is actively changing. With hiring rates slowing by 11% in the UK, we’re starting to see the recruitment market return to normal after an unprecedented busy period of hiring in 2021-2022. Consequently,

A lot has happened over the past two years. Since 2020, we’ve been talking about a range of topics that have left their mark on recruitment in the consulting industry, including the War for Talent, how to hire during the pandemic and the Great Resignation.  As the world finally starts to settle down, now is

By Sam Temperton   Now is a very interesting time to be a candidate. On the one hand, the market is flush with roles as lots of businesses seek to grow with the improved business environment, we are now in. On the other hand, the market is awash with candidates as people have rethought what