Rec Scale Up Podcast

In this episode of Talking Recruitment, Neil Carberry is joined by Daniel Haslam (Giant Group), Rob Leake (NumberMill) and Sebastien Sauca (SafeRec) to unpack what compliance risk looks like in 2026 and why this moment represents both a threat and an opportunity. The panel explores: > The compliance risks recruiters may be underestimating, from umbrella expense practices to solvency risk > Why joint and several liability should be seen as a business-critical risk > How HMRC enforcement mechanisms could play out in practice > Whether “quick and cheap” supply models are becoming unsustainable > Why strong compliance can now be a commercial advantage > How a level playing field could reshape parts of the temporary labour market However, alongside the risk is opportunity: recruiters who get this right can reposition as professional services businesses, using compliance not just as protection, but as a differentiator. Guests: Rob Leake, Commercial Director, NumberMill Rob is a director at Num