FM is already paving the way for UK recovery in the jobs market, with vacancies in workplace relocation, workplace management, security and sustainability opening across the sector. Cleaning alone has seen a 14% increase in job postings. This flexibility in FM and the willingness to train new workers from outside of the sector means that they are set to remain at the forefront of the UK’s economic recovery.

In the current market, FM companies can work to employ talented new workers with a diverse range of skills gained from previous employment. Transferrable skills such as strategic planning, project management, leadership and adaptability are all vital in FM, and could be gained in a range of other roles. FM can also be a great starting point for young people coming out of education, and a drive to recruit the best of those would be beneficial to the sector in the short and long term.

"Thank you for your help and support with this process. Your care and professionalism has made what seemed a daunting task feel so achievable and produced for us a well-qualified and suitable candidate . Throughout the process I have found I received answers promptly to questions and concerns whether by email or telephone managing to fulfil this appointment easily within our tight time scale. I would not think twice about calling 300 North again should I need to appoint in the future."

The coronavirus pandemic continues to prove incredibly challenging for businesses all around the world. However, it has also served to highlight the importance of something that is often taken for granted, sometimes seen as an afterthought or even an inconvenience – cleaning.