Competition for jobs falls to record low

Competition for jobs has fallen to a new record low, according to research from Adzuna.

Hiring managers recall most memorable CV blunders

More than half of employers (56%) have caught a candidate lying on their CV according to research from recruitment software provider Careerbuilder.

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...

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.

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.

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

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

Glassdoor trusted more than employers

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