Although CVs and cover letters are generally the foundation of job applications, creativity through technology is quickly becoming a go-to when trying to secure a new role. In fact, searches for “AI CV” and “video application for jobs” have increased by 310% and 125% respectively in the last year alone. With UK job vacancies dropping […]

The days when CVs and covering letters were the keys to unlocking dream jobs may be over, with both employees and employers leaning on alternative recruitment methods. Nine in ten young employees believe they are more likely to secure their dream job through a skills-based hiring process, while 94% of employers agree that skills-based hiring […]

Over four in 10 (42%) UK candidates are ghosted by recruiters after a job interview, and 45% already after an initial conversation with a recruiter, a report from hiring platform Greenhouse has revealed… Researchers also found that candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds are 62% more likely to be ghosted after a job interview than white […]

In today’s fast-moving landscape, a company’s ability to foster a strong team identity is more important than ever. That’s where regular company events are an important part of keeping employees happy, aiding retention. Hugo Campbell, co-founder of Togather, a platform that helps you find supplier for your events… Retaining employees is now statistically more difficult […]

Benefits are increasingly important to workers. In recent years, the rise of flexible working, Gen Z attitudes to work and the increase in cost of living have all contributed to a desire for more tailored benefits. As such, employers who offer personalised employee benefits packages will be much more likely to gain an edge in […]

The global talent shortage is still a reality for many companies and attracting the right candidates requires ingenuity. A consulting company devised an interactive challenge for potential employees that tests if job candidates can beat AI.   The skilled workforce shortage has been an ongoing issue for the last few years, especially in fields that […]

Job markets are increasingly more competitive, and a bad hire can be a costly mistake. Joah Freeman, a journalism student at Brighton University, asked leading recruitment companies specialising in executive support for tips on finding and hiring Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants. Job descriptions to attract talented Personal Assistants Getting clear on job description is […]

This January has seen an increase of over a quarter in new job vacancies across professional services – compared to December. However, January jobs recovery in 2024 was 20% down on January 2023. The downturn is influenced by the impact of high inflation, continued layoffs as a result of post-pandemic over-hiring, financial sector turmoil and […]

It is no longer appropriate to assume that only younger generations are environmentally and socially conscious when it comes to their career. In fact, recent research by Resource Solutions was revealed by Tom Lakin, the Global Practice Director showing that two in five (39%) over-55s would turn down an offer of higher pay if it was […]

Following the release of the #ThisIsBlackGenZ report, which surveyed and interviewed Black Gen Z to reveal their real-life experiences in the UK workplace, the team at TapIn have put together ‘11 Recommendations for Employers to Attract, Recruit, and Retain Black Gen Z talent in 2023’. The tips come after the annual report has revealed: Code-switching […]

The digital staffing platform, Coople, has provided tips on the benefits of a quick recruitment process for businesses.  One of the most important aspects for businesses is managing their staff and ensuring there are enough employees to carry out the daily operations in a productive manner. However, it’s not always this easy, and companies are […]

A new paper from employment advisory ReWAGE has argued adult career guidance could end the UK’s skills shortage and improve employment rates. In March 2023 there were one million vacancies in the UK, yet an estimated seven million adults of working age were not in work, many of whom were economically inactive, according to the Office […]

71% of professionals are considering returning to their pre-Covid job after realising that the grass wasn’t greener on the other side after all. The workplace and employment market has changed considerably and pre-Covid criteria is not applicable in today’s hybrid working world. A quarter of those who left pre-Covid admit to having already reached out […]

PA Life has teamed up with SecsintheCity, the UK’s only specialist job site for PAs, EAs and other business support professionals. We want to help you find your next PA job, whether you want to be located in the UK or Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America or even Oceania. The world is your […]

The technology could hold the power to transform our lives and will likely be used as a tool across many different sectors. But how about ChatGPT for recruitment? Can it be used to augment, automate, and transform the hiring process? We put it to the test. Caroline Gleeson, CEO, of Occupop, providers of Simple Recruitment Software […]

Towergate Health & Protection today releases the details of research1 into the recruitment plans of over 500 companies from across the UK. The findings reveal that one third (33%) of employers have increased their employee headcount over the last 12 months, and 42% are looking to increase employee numbers further over the next 12 months. […]

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Global HR and payroll company Remote surveyed 1,250 hiring managers and business owners across the UK, US, Canada, Germany, and France to learn more about the role of diversity and inclusion in order to avoid discrimination in today’s hiring processes. Inclusive hiring practices are crucial to the success of any organization. They have a significant […]