HR directors fear losing top performers in 2013, reveals Robert Half study

UK HR directors are concerned about losing staff in 2013, admitting they believe one in five (22%) of their employees will be looking for a new job, according to research published today by...

Hire heroes and be the best

When searching for the best talent, you would be wise to hire individuals who can bring commando experience and military ethos to your organisation. There is an enormous pool of talented...

Nestlé HRD: Why a 'strengths-based' approach can help recruit the best young talent

Unemployment levels in the UK continue to be high. Like other businesses in the UK we believe there is often a mismatch between the skills learnt at school and those needed in the workplace.

Turning talent strategy inside out

I know the importance of being able to identify, retain and develop talented people. We all do, right? A model enabling organisations to ‘grow their own talent’ promises numerous benefits – not least...

IT sector created more than 1 million jobs in 2012, says Adzuna

The growth in smartphone apps, tablets and online shopping has led to a 'boom year' for IT jobs, with more than one million specialist roles advertised in the sector, according to a report published...

Employers anticipate continued recruitment growth for 2013, says REC survey

Employers are feeling optimistic about their hiring process next year, according to the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) JobsOutlook survey, published today.

Former Olympics HR director joins Sainsbury's board

Ex-Olympics HR director, Jean Tomlin (pictured) is to join Sainsbury's as a non-executive director next month.

Momentum growing behind campaign for fair internships

Unpaid internships are a 'modern day scandal' and are 'rife' in sectors that attract a lot of young people, according to Hazel Blears MP.

Employers face a conflict between employee skills and changing workforce needs, says CEB

Managers need 20% more productivity from their employees at a time when the instability of the economy is impacting the corporate bottom line, according to research published by advisory firm CEB.

Paying Living Wage gives clear benefits to a company, says KPMG's Robert Bolton

There has been increasing discussion recently around the concept of the Living Wage for the nation’s legions of support staff such as cleaners, caterers, security staff and others – helped by the...

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Customer service is a major part of the brand at Krispy Kreme but it's about getting the right staff mix says HRD

Ask any child what job they want to do when they grow up and the answer will probably be: a firefighter, a police officer, a pop star......or perhaps work in a doughnut factory.

The business case for SME internships

Internships and graduate schemes are by no means a new concept. For decades they have served as an opportunity for young graduates to receive on-the-job training and experience, begin building a...