Blog - October 2025

  • How to Ace Your Performance Review and Secure a Pay Rise

    Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 by Sally Morrison — 1 comment

    The clocks went back on Sunday, and if you’re feeling just a little more human thanks to that extra hour in bed - you’re not alone! But now that we’re feeling (somewhat) rested and Halloween is creeping up on us, it’s also time to think about something slightly scarier than costumes and cobwebs… Performance reviews and pay rise conversations. October and November are peak season for end-of-year ...

  • Switching Between Practice and Industry: What You Need to Know

    Posted on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 by Sally Morrison — No comments

    Making a move between practice and industry (or vice versa) can be one of the most rewarding - and slightly daunting - steps in an accountant's career. At ProTalent, we speak to people all the time who are weighing up whether a change in direction could reinvigorate their career, open up new challenges, or simply provide better work/life balance. And the good news is: you absolutely can make the ...

  • Retained Search Success, World Food Day Celebrations & A Brilliant Audit Role in Sussex

    Posted on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 by Sally Morrison — 1 comment

    Retained Search Success, World Food Day Celebrations & A Brilliant Audit Role in Sussex From Lydia @ ProTalent | 14th October 2025 At ProTalent, we’re all about connection - connecting people with opportunities, businesses with talent, and sometimes even just colleagues over a shared love of food! This week’s update is a celebration of just that: a retained search success story, a global food ...

  • Why October Is the Best Time to Start Job Hunting for 2026

    Posted on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 by Sally Morrison — No comments

    Why October Is the Best Time to Start Job Hunting for 2026 Get ahead while everyone else waits. As we step into Q4, it might feel like the year is winding down - but for ambitious accountancy professionals, now is the time to gear up. While others are coasting toward Christmas, the most strategic job seekers are setting themselves up for career success in 2026. And here’s the secret: October is ...