Ghosting – a term that became popular on the online dating scene to describe the unilateral ending of all contact without warning or explanation – is increasingly cropping up in recruitment. It used to be jobseekers who would complain – with some justification – about HR teams that ignored them, despite their carefully considered applications….

Companies now often place greater emphasis on cultural fit, creating diverse and inclusive working environments, and developing a motivated team. Given this shift, especially in a post-COVID world, it’s prudent to examine how recruitment has already changed and what further changes organizations can make to meet the demands of today’s workforce. Bringing in the right…

A recent survey carried out by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation and KPMG has found that the overall supply of candidates for jobs has increased for the first time in more than two years. This is welcome news for employers, who have been struggling to recruit and fill vacant positions in recent years With a…

The What Do Tech Talent Want in 2023 report, by Europe’s biggest technology talent hub hackajob, surveyed over 1,000 UK technology workers from developers and engineers, to data scientists, analysts, designers, product managers and more. According to the report, only 11% of UK tech talent are content to stay in their current role. The findings…

Building a workforce requires a lot of thought to roles and departments you want to create or expand. Diversity and inclusion is one common talking point that has become central in every industry and sector. Society is constantly changing for the better, and people feel freer to live true to themselves, regardless of race, religion,…

Technology firms should look to embrace the skills of over 50-year-olds if they are to tackle skills shortages within the sector. That’s according to global technology recruitment specialist, Lorien. The call comes at a time when the Government has recently backed an initiative that aims to help parents and carers return to careers within STEM,…

In Stress Awareness month, Adrian Lewis from Activ People HR urges employers to do more to support workers who may be experiencing stress or burnout as the cost-of-living crisis continues to add to people’s daily struggles. Adrian Lewis says, “Stress and burnout in the workplace is a growing issue. The pandemic, and now the cost…

The widely unexpected announcement of an expansion to free childcare in the spring budget shone a spotlight on the quandary faced by millions of working parents in the UK. In addition to the high costs of childcare in this country – which are among the highest of any OECD member relative to the average wage – a…

It is no secret that hiring and training a new senior team member is an investment. It can take months – even years – for an executive to create a return on that investment. So, imagine 12 months and thousands of pounds later, they hand their notice in. Only for the cycle to repeat itself over…

Introduction Recruiting for digital marketing jobs can be challenging. The right candidate must have a combination of technical skills, creativity, and an understanding of consumer behavior. James Whittall founder of Foundation Websites says, The digital marketing landscape is constantly evolving, and it can be challenging to find someone who can keep up with the latest trends and…

What is content marketing? Content marketing is a long-term strategy that focuses on providing your ideal target audience with valuable content. This content can come in many different types, from Podcasts to e-books, YouTube videos to blogs. When a potential customer is provided with this content it can allow you to educate a buyer and…

While temporary roles grew, permanent placements continued to decrease. However, the rate of this decline has slowed slightly. Total vacancies increased in March, although the rate of growth was lower than in February. Martin Tiplady, managing director of HR consultancy Chameleon People Solutions, said he is surprised by the buoyancy of the job market in…