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A great workforce is the backbone of any successful organisation. As an HR professional, employee retention should be high on your list of priorities. When surveyed, 82% of global leaders agreed that HR has a pivotal role in creating a ‘people-focused’ workplace culture. So, how do you achieve this in 2024? As we step into…
The media job market is increasingly competitive. Ad-focused services battle for the same talent because, by nature, they share the same general model and core need: planning and buying media. Roles across the board therefore provide similar offerings to candidates and we are all searching the same pool for the most experienced and qualified talent,…
As businesses embrace hybrid working models, the challenge of nurturing a strong company culture becomes increasingly pertinent. With teams dispersed across various locations, maintaining cohesion, and fostering a sense of belonging can seem daunting. However, with the right tools, strategies, and mindset, building a vibrant company culture in a hybrid work setting is not only achievable but…
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published a flagship report, Competition and Market Power in UK Labour Markets, which takes a “deep dive” into key trends in the UK labour market, focusing on the impact of competition and employer market power. The report highlights the importance of well-functioning labour markets for productivity. As Sarah…
Businesses that lack clear brand values and a defined company purpose are at risk of losing their employees. In an international study looking at workers’ attitudes around company loyalty, Berkeley Communications found that three-quarters (75%) of respondents believe a company’s purpose is an important aspect of their current or prospective employer. What’s more, 73% said…
The UK job market is in a state of flux. With record numbers of job vacancies and employees feeling empowered to switch roles, retaining valued staff is more crucial than ever. High turnover isn’t just disruptive, it’s expensive. Estimates suggest replacing an employee can cost around six months’ worth of their annual salary. To thrive in…
As the new year gets underway, HR leaders will be kickstarting their people strategies – understanding the gaps that need filling and ensuring the organisation has the right breadth and level of skills to meet its targets. However, the recruitment challenges U.K. HR professionals experienced in 2023 are not expected to improve in 2024, with…
Realistic job previews are important for both prospective employees and organisations. This enables both sides to ensure that it is an appropriate job role and that the responsibilities can be effectively carried out. Recruiting, selecting, and training new staff requires a significant time investment, so it is frustrating if new employees leave after a short…
New research from Lloyds Bank has found that a third (33%) of firms in London are making New Year’s resolutions to improve their productivity, as businesses signal confidence in more positive macroeconomic conditions ahead. This optimism about the future comes after 2023 being a tough year for businesses, as they faced into high inflation and…
In the dynamic world of recruitment and talent acquisition, we often find ourselves questioning the efficacy of various sourcing channels. Are they truly yielding the results we need, or are they just consuming valuable time with limited outcomes? This is not just a question; it’s a pivotal aspect of modern recruitment strategies. The Crucial Role…
While unemployment in the UK has reached record lows, labour shortages are still impacting the job market, driving up wages and giving employees more leverage to prioritise their salaries, benefits, and wellbeing New research from employee benefits and engagement leader Pluxee UK shows that more than a third (37%) of UK employees would reconsider a…
Only 50% of firms include salary details on all of their job ads, research by XpertHR has found. Less than a third (29%) of employers included salaries on ‘some’ job ads. The research reopens a longstanding debate about whether UK employers should disclose salary information, or whether they should hide it from competitors. Salary transparency…