Are you fielding questions from your temporary workers around the calculation of holiday pay? If so, you’re not alone. In this article, we look at what has driven changes in legislation around temporary workers’ holiday pay, and key factors recruitment agencies need to consider when make these calculations.
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- Recruitment
Recruitment is rightly regarded as a key indicator of the health of economies globally, with the sector’s activity levels waxing and waning in accordance with market demand. After the myriad impacts of Brexit and COVID-19, many of us will have hoped that a period of relative calm would ensue. But of course, that’s not how our world tends to work. With the war in Ukraine ongoing, a new conflict occurring in the Middle East and the cost-of-living crisis continuing to bite, the outlook at the start of 2024 looks decidedly uncertain. And that’s without touching on climate change, the rise of AI, nor the upcoming elections. In short, it seems a decent bet that market turmoil will be a major aspect of life for the foreseeable future.
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- Recruitment
The UK job market is impossibly tough in many industries today. With demand for labour outstripping supply, employers are struggling to fill vacancies which is threatening the productivity and performance of organisations in both the public and private sectors.
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- Recruitment
In an era marked by growing security concerns and evolving technological advancements, businesses of all sizes face the pressing need to safeguard their assets, employees, and customers.
As a result, the implementation of screening technology has become a pivotal consideration for organisations across various industries. But just how large does a business need to be to justify the adoption of screening technology? Is it a privilege reserved only for larger enterprises with ample resources?
This article explores the relevance and feasibility of pre-employment screening technology across businesses of different sizes. From small startups to medium-sized ventures and large corporations, we uncover the pivotal role that screening technology plays in protecting security measures and optimising operational efficiencies. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this article aims to shed light on the possibilities and considerations surrounding the implementation of screening technology, empowering you to make informed decisions for the protection and growth of your business.
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- Recruitment
Today, all organisations face increasing pressure to ensure the safety, security, and trustworthiness amongst their workforce. Background screening has become a crucial step in the hiring process, enabling employers to make informed decisions about who they are hiring. In this blog, we look at some of the latest background check employment screening legislation so you can be fully informed.
Our goal is to keep you up to date with the latest legislative developments that may impact your organisation's hiring practices. We will highlight key changes in different regulations, offer practical tips and best practices to help you adapt to these changes.
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- Recruitment
According to Teamstage, employees work 20% better when motivated. Motivating a recruiting team is not like switching on a light, it takes flair, communication and managerial depth.
- Topic:
- Recruitment
The journey for recruitment agencies – from start-up to scale up to enterprise – involves – and relies – on building and sustaining relationships. Client recruitment can be troublesome without a strategy in place. You might be proficient in attracting candidates, but without clients to put them in front of, your agency could falter. Looking – and engaging – clients for your recruitment agency is explained in fuller detail here..
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- Recruitment
If you’re a provider of temporary recruitment, you’ll be no stranger to the logistical challenges this throws up. Filling temporary roles which are often shift-based and lower-wage can be challenging, especially when workers are in short supply. The temporary staffing market has always been highly competitive and there is no sign of this abating.
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- Recruitment
It goes without saying that candidates are crucial to any recruitment business. Simply put, without such jobseekers your recruitment agency will cease to function. Therefore, it’s crucial to focus on your candidates, as well as hiring managers/clients, as these are welcome bedfellows that provide a direct path to a happy and prosperous future. Offering a first-class, best-in-class recruitment candidate experience will directly propel your recruitment business.
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- Recruitment
Recruitment agency growth takes hard work and determination, but beyond that you need to take a strategic approach. Whether you are planning growth by expanding your team of consultants, entering new markets or adopting new technology, here’s our top 5 tips for growing a recruitment business.
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- Recruitment
