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September 9, 2024
August saw permanent placements take a sharp decline, marking a 23-month downturn. Permanent pay growth slowed to its weakest rate in five months, while the availability of candidates continued to rise. Overall, recruitment remains cautious amidst economic uncertainty and fluctuating business confidence. Here are the latest official recruitment and employment market insights, to keep you […]
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August 30, 2024
When wages are similar and opportunities for progression are following similar lines, the only thing left to help attract the best workers to your organisation is the promise of a strong company culture. Company culture is often difficult to define, but it can make or break your business for a number of reasons. Company culture […]
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August 27, 2024
As companies look for more ways to differentiate themselves and to connect with potential employees, the role of values in the interview process is becoming more important. When all candidates are equally qualified for a role, one way to determine which one is right for the company is to think about the culture fit. And […]
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August 23, 2024
If you’re operating in the services sector, there is a good chance that your employees will be your largest company expense. Finding, hiring and retaining the best staff should therefore be one of your top objectives as a company owner. This is why creating a positive work culture can be so vital for success. When […]
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August 19, 2024
Understanding your pay slips might seem like a boring task, but it’s essential to make sure you know what is going on so you can take action if something is amiss. If there is an issue with your salary, you can’t always rely on your employer to notice this. You may need to take action […]
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August 19, 2024
The July 2024 KPMG and REC report shows ongoing declines in job placements and vacancies, though pay rates are still rising slowly. Increased staff availability and reduced demand are driving these trends. Despite some economic optimism, employer confidence in recruiting remains low. Here are the latest official recruitment and employment market insights, to keep you […]
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August 4, 2024
Now that the 2024 UK election is over and the dust has settled, we’re taking stock of what this change means for British jobs and wages. Businesses will likely be appreciative of the clarity that comes with a new political leadership, and a potential easing of the economic uncertainty we’ve lived with in recent years. […]
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July 25, 2024
If you reach the stage in the interview process where you are being asked for your salary expectations, this is a very good sign. It means that the employer is seriously considering you, but it’s still important to remain professional and not relax just yet. If you have been referred by a recruiter, there is […]
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July 23, 2024
One of the simplest ways to drive down recruitment costs is by increasing employee retention. By keeping existing employees happy, you’ll spend less money on hiring and training new individuals within your organisation. Many employers assume that employee retention rests on actions like promotions and pay rises, but the process actually starts much earlier than […]
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July 19, 2024
The recruitment process is all about identifying and hiring the very best candidate for the role. While the interview process might be time consuming and difficult, it is one of the best methods we have for finding and hiring the best candidates. When presented with multiple strong candidates, it can be difficult to know which […]
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