Labor market in the Weserbergland: More unemployed despite a shortage of skilled workers!

Labor market in the Weserbergland: More unemployed despite a shortage of skilled workers!

In the Weserbergland there is currently no reason to be happy when it comes to the job market. In November 2025, the number of unemployed rose to 13,005 people, an increase of 116 compared to the previous month. Henrik Steen, the deputy head of the Hameln employment agency, puts it in a nutshell: These developments point to a weaker autumn recovery. This doesn't happen easily, as companies in the region continue to report a large number of vacancies, even more than in the same month last year. At this point it is clear that despite rising unemployment numbers, the need for skilled workers remains high.

A significant reason for the high demand is the impending retirement of many employees of the so-called baby boomer generation. This segment of the population is increasingly leaving the labor market, which is further fueling the demand for new skilled workers. “We need to make sure we have enough skilled workers to fill these gaps,” Steen continued.

Regional differences at a glance

The unemployment figures vary from district to district in the Weserbergland. In the Hameln-Pyrmont district, 5,332 people are currently unemployed (an increase of 65 compared to October, unemployment rate 6.7%). In Schaumburg County, the number of unemployed people is 5,234, an increase of 89 compared to the previous month (6.2% unemployment rate). On the other hand, there is also positive news: In the Holzminden district, the number of unemployed fell to 2,439, which is 38 fewer than in the previous month (unemployment rate 6.8%).

What happens next? The question arose particularly in the run-up to the International Day of People with Disabilities on December 3, 2025. Steen emphasizes how important the inclusion of disabled people in the labor market is in order to sustainably secure the workforce potential. “We want to create a work environment that is accessible and offers opportunities for everyone,” says Steen.

Shortage of skilled workers and human resource management

Effective human resource management becomes particularly important in times like these in order to overcome the challenges in the labor market. The human resources management (MSDM) approach ensures that employees can optimally contribute to achieving company goals. The important role that MSDM plays is clear: it aims to increase the effectiveness and satisfaction of employees, which can ultimately positively influence the stability of the labor market in the region id.scribd.com.

In summary, the current look at the labor market in the Weserbergland shows that although there are challenges to be overcome, there are also numerous open positions waiting for committed and qualified applicants. This not only requires the right strategy, but also a good knack for dealing with a company's most valuable resource: its people.