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Translational Sciences Recruitment in the UK: Q1 2025 vs Q1 2026

Looking at Talentmark data, our placements within UK translational sciences highlight a strong, focused market. While total placement volume has increased slightly year on year at Scientist level and below, the proportion of contract roles has risen from 57% of all scientific placements in Q1 2025 to 70% in Q2 2026.

What the new UK Employment Rights Act means for you

The UK’s new Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant overhaul of employment legislation in recent years. Aiming to reform the modern-day workplace, by putting in new protections for employees and improving job security for millions of workers across the UK.

We’re attending the ON Business Lead Generation at Events Seminar

Next week, our Client Partner - Jim Gleeson, and Client Development Manager - Georgia Barnes, are attending the Business Lead Generation at Events Seminar hosted by One Nucleus on Tuesday 17 March at Marks & Clerk, London.

Women in engineering – A timeline of innovation

This month, we celebrate both World Engineering Day and Women's History Month. Engineering and scientific discovery have always been connected, from process engineering in pharmaceuticals to sustainable chemical manufacturing. Yet the contributions of women in these fields have often been under-recognised, despite their transformative impact.

CK Group Rebrands as Talentmark

CK Group has announced that it has rebranded to Talentmark, marking an important milestone following its acquisition by Talentmark in late 2021

Top 5 membership organisations to join for Life Science Professionals

One of the best ways to stay connected, informed, and visible, is through membership in professional industry organisations. These bodies offer networking, professional development, and industry insight, as well as offering access new career opportunities.

Hiring in 2026: What candidates want vs What employers offer

As the job markets move into 2026, hiring is no longer just about filling roles, it’s about matching what candidates want with what employers are offering.

Genesis 2025 / 3 December 2025

Jim Gleeson and Georgia Barnes will be attending Genesis 2025 from One Nucleus on 3 December 2025 in Wimpole Street, London.

Mary Bolt to Attend the Bionow Oncology Conference 2025

We’re delighted to share that Mary Bolt will be heading to the Bionow Oncology Conference 2025 this November

5 UK Startups in Advanced Therapies to Watch Through Late 2025 and Into 2026

While UK biotech has faced a tough few years, five standout startups are advancing cell and gene therapies, securing funding, and forging global partnerships. These companies are emerging as key players in the next phase of advanced therapies.

CK Group at BioForward 2025 – Meet Our Team at Stand 45

We’re pleased to share that Jim Gleeson and Georgia Barnes from CK Group will be attending BioForward 2025 on 30 September, where they’ll be exhibiting at Stand 45 at Oxford Technology Park.

Life Science & Chemicals Sector Hiring Trend Guide 2025/2026

If you’re planning to hire in the next six months, understanding what’s shaping the current recruitment landscape will give you a real advantage. Pay growth has steadied but remains healthy, application numbers are rising fast, and candidates are placing more value than ever on flexibility and communication. Our latest Hiring Trend Report looks at the […]

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CK Group is now known as Talentmark, following
 our recent acquisition by the globally-renowned Talentmark Group.

Although we may have a new name and a new look, we're still the same people.

Our teams will continue to work with clients and candidates as we always have, delivering the same quality expertise and service but now empowered by a single, internationally recognised brand across Europe and the U.S.

We can't wait to see what the future holds.