2026 US DTC/CPG Salary Benchmarks: Essential Guide for Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Strategy
2026 US DTC/CPG Salary Benchmarks: Essential Guide for Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Strategy Navigating the Evolving Compensation Landscape in Direct-to-Consumer Markets The direct-to-consumer and consumer packaged goods sectors are experiencing unprecedented transformation as organizations prepare their talent acquisition strategies for 2026. The competitive landscape for marketing and digital talent has fundamentally shifted, driven by technological […]
UK CPG Leaders Pivot to Value and Sustainability to Win Cost-Conscious Shoppers
The New Era of Consumer Packaged Goods in Britain The United Kingdom’s consumer packaged goods sector finds itself at a critical juncture, where traditional business models are being fundamentally challenged by a perfect storm of economic pressures and evolving consumer values. As households across Britain grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, CPG leaders are recognising […]
Case Study – California Olive Ranch Senior Manager, Performance Marketing
Case Study The Challenge California Olive Ranch (COR) is an award-winning CPG brand in the food & beverage space, on a mission to bring high-quality olive oil from farm to table across the United States. With plans to make a significant investment into performance marketing – identified as a critical lever for driving new customer […]
Driving Growth Through Data-Driven Marketing: What to Expect in 2025
If you’re still making marketing decisions based on gut feel or last year’s playbook, you’re about to be left behind. The marketing landscape in 2025 isn’t just evolving, it’s being completely rewritten by data, and the organisations that adapt fastest will be the ones that thrive. With global marketing spend hitting £1.5 trillion this year, […]
Adapting to Marketing Leadership Shifts in 2025: Key Strategies for Success
The marketing landscape is experiencing a seismic shift in 2025, with nearly three-quarters of UK brands actively restructuring their digital marketing functions. As digital and marketing recruitment experts, we’re witnessing firsthand how this evolution is reshaping leadership requirements and team structures. Read on to discover the key trends driving this transformation, and some practical strategies […]
Growth & Performance Marketing in 2025: Navigating the Trump Era
The return of the Trump administration marks a pivotal shift for growth and performance marketing. With the digital marketing market expected to reach a $742 billion valuation by the end of 2025, the real story for performance and growth leaders lies in concrete policy changes that will reshape how we drive measurable business outcomes. […]
The Evolution of Marketing Teams: Key Trends Shaping 2025
The landscape of marketing team structures is undergoing a fundamental transformation, with new research revealing that 73% of UK brands are actively restructuring their digital marketing functions. This shift reflects a deeper change in how organisations approach marketing in an increasingly complex digital environment. The Rise of the Hybrid Marketing Professional One of the […]
Why Professional Recruitment Delivers More Value Than Direct Hiring
Direct hiring appears to offer clear cost savings on paper. However, this approach often masks significant risks and hidden expenses that impact both immediate outcomes and long-term success. Professional recruitment services provide strategic advantages that extend well beyond the initial placement, delivering measurable value through market expertise, extensive networks, and proven methodologies. Confidentiality: A […]
The Jaguar Rebrand: A Masterclass in Controversy Marketing?
When Jaguar unveiled their new brand identity this week, the internet exploded. The luxury car manufacturer’s video featured models in avant-garde clothing walking through pink deserts – but notably, no cars. The response was swift and fierce, with Tesla’s Elon Musk leading the charge by asking “Do you sell cars?” But here’s the thing: What […]
AI in Recruitment: Helping or Hindering
We’ve watched the AI revolution sweep through the recruitment industry with great interest. While artificial intelligence offers exciting possibilities for talent acquisition, it’s crucial to understand both its potential and its limitations. Beyond the Hype Many recruitment solutions now advertise AI capabilities, but we must distinguish between genuine AI and basic automation. Simple chatbots and […]