State of the Comms Jobs Market with Max Forsyth

26/11/2025 1h 2min

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Max Forsyth brings an informed, contrarian perspective on the current communications job market that challenges several prevailing narratives. As principal of Comms Search and Selection, Max is a recruiter working with Fortune 500 companies and senior communications professionals.Today, he offers insider intelligence on hiring practices, the role of AI in recruitment, and what's actually happening beneath surface-level complaints about market conditions.Connect with Max:Website: https://www.commssearch.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-forsyth-comms-ir-exec-talent-search-recruitment-uk-us/Connect with Us:Host Mike Klein: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mklein818/Website: https://changingtheterms.com/Host Janet Hitchen: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janethitchen/Website: https://www.janco.uk/Enjoyed the Episode?Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! And if you’re ready to navigate disruption with us, share this episode with your network.00:00 Introduction to the Communication Job Market02:09 Current Trends in Communication Recruitment05:30 Ageism and Its Impact on Job Seekers17:01 The Role of Automation and AI in Recruitment27:12 Challenges with Job Descriptions and Candidate Positioning30:12 The Importance of Authenticity in Job Applications34:24 The Disconnect in Hiring Practices37:53 Personal Branding for Communication Professionals41:59 The Challenges of Video Interviews50:15 Navigating the Job Market Effectively59:48 Recap