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Read More →What’s the best way to tackle wastage in the hiring process?
In an age when we have such intelligent technology that algorithms that can decide whether we’re eligible for a mortgage, it seems unfathomable that there is so much wastage in the hiring process, as a report this week by Alexander Mann Solutions points out. The company’s research found that three quarters of candidates sourced for […]
Read More →Report reveals shocking ‘wastage’ in the hiring process
Three quarters of candidates sourced for a job do not meet role requirements, leading to shocking amounts of “wastage” in the hiring process, according to talent management specialists Alexander Mann Solutions. Its 2016 Global Recruiting Survey, in conjunction with social learning and analytics company Social Talent, found that an average of 282 candidates considered for […]
Read More →Most FTSE 100 CEOs still have finance background
More than half of current FTSE 100 CEOs have a career background in finance, according to the 9th annual Robert Half FTSE 100 CEO Tracker report. Fifty-five percent of CEOs had worked in finance compared to 21% in retail/hospitality, 15% in engineering/natural resources, 15% in marketing and 14% in technology. Almost one in four (23%) […]
Read More →Most companies feel prepared for gender pay gap reporting
Nine out of 10 companies feel they are sufficiently prepared for the new gender pay gap reporting regulations, which come into force in 2017. However, research by Willis Towers Watson also reveals that only around a third (35%) have all the data they will need to run their reports. Eighty-one percent say they have the […]
Read More →Brits won’t ask for a pay rise for fear of rejection
The fear of rejection is the greatest barrier to UK employees asking for pay rises, according to a study by recruitment agency Randstad. Over a third (35.1%) cite fear of being turned down as the main reason for not asking for a salary boost, closely followed by their bosses’ reactions (34%) as well as the […]
Read More →Could recruitment companies be as flexible as Uber?
A job where you can work whatever hours you like and work from absolutely anywhere in the world sounds ideal to everyone, doesn’t it? Yet the standard working model for a recruitment agency is incredibly out-dated, inefficient and is not good for the wellbeing of employees. Recruiter culture – which is very much ‘work hard, […]
Read More →The Up Group expands with investment from Livingbridge
The Up Group, a leading digital executive search and networking business, has secured investment from mid-market private equity firm Livingbridge as it seeks further domestic and international growth. Founded in 2007 by entrepreneur Clare Johnston (pictured), The Up Group has become a trusted digital advisor to boardrooms across Europe. Known for its strong relationships with […]
Read More →Maine Group adds third sector search division
The Maine Group has launched a new specialist search division to recruit candidates for charities and not-for-profit organisations. Led by Faye Pooke (pictured), the division will provide interim, contract and permanent staffing solutions for the third sector. Having spent more than 14 years recruiting for charities and not-for-profit organisations, Faye brings with her a wealth […]
Read More →Future managers ‘lack leadership skills’, but what makes a good leader?
Yet another piece of research appeared this week highlighting the management skills gap we face in tomorrow’s leaders. The survey by global HR consultancy Penna found that only 14% of managers would described themselves as ‘visionary’, while just 9% said they felt ‘authoritative’ – qualities we have traditionally considered important in business leaders. Under half […]
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