Don’t believe the CV is dead

The CV always was, and still is, the key to unlocking the interview gates. It’s not that digital technology has passed executive search by, in fact, it has helped enormously, but nothing quite...

Psychometric tests could prevent costly recruitment mistakes

Companies could be making better use of psychometric testing in recruitment to avoid the cost of hiring the wrong person for the job.

Lessons from the C-suite: Neville Koopowitz, CEO, Vitality UK

The CEO of Vitality talks keeping a start-up mentality and rethinking insurance.

What does an off-payroll repeal mean for hirers?

On 23 September 2022 chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng unveiled his mini budget and, in just a few words, signalled his intention to repeal the off-payroll working (OPW) rules colloquially referred to as the...

UK employers band together in support of flexible recruitment

Representatives from major UK employers have signed an open letter calling for flexible recruitment – offering flexible working options to candidates – to become the default practice across the...

Graduate recruitment predicted to withstand recession

Recruitment experts do not expect graduate recruitment to halt off despite the economy edging towards a recession.

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Lessons from the C-suite: Jan Tragelles, CEO, Revitalise

The CEO of Revitalise Respite Holidays discusses how dyslexia is her superpower, the talent crisis and her top tips for being a great leader.

Why it's time to stop ghosting candidates

Value-driven organisations the world over speak about respect, diversity and inclusion, integrity and trust. And yet something is happening in their midst that suggests the very opposite to candidates...

First neurodivergent work support programme launches in UK

Neurodiversity charity Salvesen Mindroom Centre has launched the first UK government-backed support programme for neurodivergent workers.

Most employers value attitude above education

New research has found a significant majority (87%) of employers have said they value a positive attitude over qualifications in entry-level roles.

Job adverts reach record high in July 2022

The total number of active job adverts in the UK reached 1.85 million in July, a record high for 2022 so far.

Catch up: Where do you draw the line with social media screening?

It’s common for recruiters to do their homework when looking for high-profile candidates and with the prevalence of social media, employers would be remiss to leave it out, finds Nosa Omoigui