UK Recruitment Glossary
Notice Period
In recruiter context
UK statutory minimum is one week per year worked, capped at 12 weeks, but contracts usually override that — 1-3 months for permanent roles is typical. You can negotiate down ("would the business consider releasing me earlier?"), and many employers will if there's no business need. Senior roles often carry 6-month notice. New employer offers can rarely wait that long, so check before resigning.
Related terms
Right to Work
Your legal eligibility to work in the UK — checked by every employer before you can start.
Redundancy
Dismissal because the role itself no longer exists — not because of your performance.
Hybrid Working
A working pattern split between office and remote — typically 2 or 3 days a week in the office.
Background Check
Verification of your CV claims, employment history, qualifications, and (for some roles) criminal re…