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Across Yorkshire and the wider UK, manufacturing and engineering businesses are facing the same challenge: finding and keeping the right people in a market where skilled talent is in short supply. At Cubed Talent, we hear this from employers every day. Growing demand, rising costs and an ongoing skills gap mean that recruitment isn’t just about filling vacancies anymore — it’s about building long-term, sustainable teams. So how do you stand out as an employer of choice? Here are some of the strategies that successful businesses are using to attract and retain engineering talent.

The Government has published its remit for the Low Pay Commission (LPC), setting out the framework for minimum wage recommendations that will apply from April 2026. This update confirms a continued focus on ensuring the National Living Wage (NLW) remains at least two-thirds of UK median earnings while phasing out the 18–20 age band, moving towards a single adult rate.

At Cubed Talent, we’re proud to be from Yorkshire. It’s where our roots are, it’s where our team is based, and it’s where we see some of the most exciting opportunities in the UK for engineering, technical, and manufacturing careers.

Your CV is your first impression. It’s your chance to show employers not just what you’ve done, but why you’re the right fit for their business. Yet too often, great candidates miss out on opportunities because of simple CV mistakes that can easily be avoided.

In the world of engineering and manufacturing, some skills never go out of style, they only become more valuable. Right now, roles such as welders and CNC machinists are sought-after in the UK, and especially here in Yorkshire.

At Cubed Talent, we understand how critical it is for our clients to stay ahead of changes in employment law. The Employment Rights Bill continues to make headlines as it moves through Parliament.