The evolution of executive search

Resources dedicated to new hires can be significant, but how is the outcome evaluated? Does it go beyond the appointment itself? Traditional search models – based on fees and cost per hire – are no...

Employee referrals more likely to result in successful hires

Sourcing candidates through employee referrals is more likely to lead to a successful job match, according to research from employment review website Glassdoor.

'Boot camp' initiative to get young jobseekers into work

A ‘boot camp’ to get young unemployed people work-ready has been announced by David Cameron’s 'earn or learn' taskforce.

Government must engage SMEs when developing apprenticeship schemes

The government must do more to engage with SMEs (small and medium enterprises) on technology apprenticeships, according to Graham Hunter, VP of skills certifications, Europe and Middle East at IT...

Candidates prefer game-based assessments to traditional recruitment tests

Candidates largely prefer game-based assessments to traditional recruitment tests, according to research from psychometric test provider Revelian.

Stephen Bevan: Dementia should not be a barrier to work

With a rapidly ageing workforce, health conditions such as dementia should not be a barrier to having a full, fulfilling and extended working life.

Technology firms should focus on 'raw talent' rather than experience

Talent that can cross-train: the only way to keep abreast of the rapid rate of change

Ready, willing and able? Employing disabled people

Getting disabled people into work is firmly on the government's agenda, but can businesses provide suitable workplaces?

Employers turning to young talent to plug skills gaps

Number of employers who plan to hire more apprentices and school leavers has increased

Glassdoor trusted more than employers

Online careers community Glassdoor is now a more trusted source of career information than employers and the government.

Traditional hiring methods holding companies back from finding talent

Traditional hiring methods could be holding companies back from finding top talent, according to a report from Upwork.

Candidates choosing employer brand over salary, finds LinkedIn

No amount of money could tempt half of UK workers (53%) to consider taking a role at a company with a poor employer brand, according to research from LinkedIn.