Should you hire an overqualified employee?
Is it a risk to employ somebody who is clearly overqualified for the role? Kate Palmer considers why the answer isn't always that simple. more»
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Ethical interview tips to help employers comply with equality legislation
Are you aware of what you can and cannot ask a candidate in a job interview? Find out how to stay on the right side of equality legislation in your recruitment process. more»
Immigration white paper sets out plan to clamp down on low-skilled workers
With the government's long overdue immigration white paper being published, employers were keen to see how the new policy affects their business. more»
Why young people expect to work just a few months in each job before moving on
Young Brits no longer believe in a “job for life” and want to work for only a few months in a post before moving on, according to new survey findings. more»
Unemployed single parents could solve skills shortages at small UK businesses
New research has found that single parents have a higher unemployment rate than any other major UK talent pool, and businesses have been urged to tap into the group to solve skills shortages. more»
Young people demand more career opportunities from businesses
Young people in the UK have slammed schools, universities and businesses for failing to prepare them for the world of work. more»
Revealed: The UK cities where workers are most likely to hate their jobs
Over a third of Brits confess to disliking their current job, with two thirds so disgruntled that they think about quitting every day. more»
Summer economic boost prompts UK recruitment drive
A summer boost to the economy has prompted British firms to heat up recruitment efforts. more»
How to shortlist candidates and hire smart: A recruiter’s perspective
Top tips for shortlisting candidates quickly and effectively, according to this recruiter. more»
Government urged to punish employers underpaying apprentices
Employers should be rated on their ability to produce high-quality apprentices particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, according to new recommendations calling for sanctions on businesses underpaying workers. more»
