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»

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»

With the government's long overdue immigration white paper being published, employers were keen to see how the new policy affects their business. more»

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»

Everything is a priority for a small business owner, and it is all too easy to take your eye off the ball when it comes to recruiting the right staff and then hanging on to them. more»

Do employers really take physical appearance into account when recruiting? A new study has revealed that most British workers believe being good-looking improves your chances of promotion. more»

Employers could be missing out on highly skilled and motivated graduates because they are not offering high enough wages for new starters, a new study has revealed. more»

It can be concerning for employers when valuable and highly skilled employees hand in their notice, especially when they have built up strong and ongoing relationships with company clients. more»

Logic-based interview puzzles are becoming increasingly popular in recruitment processes to help employers find the brightest candidates and gain insight into a candidate’s thought process. more»

Are the brightest people always attracted to large enterprises? And if so, how do smaller companies stand any chance of winning and retaining their talents? more»