• REC response to government outline of rules on agency use in social work

    REC response to government outline of rules on agency use in social work

    Commenting on the statutory guidance and consultation response regarding agency child and family social workers, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Deputy Chief Executive Kate Shoesmith said:

  • Oracle Helps HR Teams Nurture Talent and Optimize Workforce Performance
    • 17 Sep 2024

    Oracle Helps HR Teams Nurture Talent and Optimize Workforce Performance

    New capabilities within Oracle Cloud HCM help organizations execute a skills-based talent strategy to expand insights, build talent pipeline, and enhance workforce decision-making

  • New research shows young people entering workforce with a lack of soft skills including communication and resilience

    New research shows young people entering workforce with a lack of soft skills including communication and resilience

    New research shows that vital ‘soft skills’ including communication, resilience, and the ability to cope with setbacks are missing from young people transitioning into the UK workforce.

  • ServiceNow boosts productivity and strengthens collaboration across the enterprise with the Now Platform Xanadu release

    A new integrated development environment (IDE) solution drives deeper collaboration across developer teams to propel innovation

  • Government to launch Labour Market Advisory Board to tackle spiralling economic inactivity

    The Government has launched the Labour Market Advisory Board, aimed at tackling the 'greatest employment challenge for a generation.'

  • Is remote work losing its appeal? New study finds emerging challenges for UK workers

    WHILE working from home was initially celebrated as a shift in workplace culture, is this still the case today?

  • Recruitment in the Fashion Industry: Why Accessories Like Straw Cowboy Hats Are the New Power Statement

    In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of fashion, standing out from the crowd is essential for both brands and individuals.

  • The Role of HR in Ensuring Employee Safety: Partnering with Truck Accident Lawyers for Risk Mitigation

    Employee safety is a critical priority for any organization, especially in industries where high-risk activities, such as transportation and logistics, are involved.

  • The Benefits of Utilizing Search as a Service for E-Commerce

    In today's digital marketplace, e-commerce businesses are continually searching for innovative ways to improve their online presence and customer engagement. A critical aspect of this is optimizing the way customers search for products on their platforms. Search as a service is rapidly emerging as a key tool in supercharging e-commerce experiences by providing sophisticated, customizable search capabilities. Below, we will explore the multiple benefits that this technology can offer, from integration to cost savings and enhanced customer satisfaction.

  • Why agencies need to move from ‘order taking’ to true consultancy

    By John Paul Caffery, CEO and Founder of RAMP.Global

  • IHRE24 Summit Speaker Session: Future proofing the employee experience for the changing world of work

    Speaker: Emma Parry, Cranfield School Of Management

  • Riverbed Survey Reveals Despite High AI Optimism, Most Organisations Struggle with Gaps Around Readiness and Data, Impacting Full Potential of AI

    Riverbed Global AI & Digital Experience Survey explores attitudes toward AI, the implementation curve, challenges, and practical AI strategies and approaches for success.

  • Pensions are set to rise but half a million young people are now out of work, latest figures show

    The ‘greatest employment challenge for a generation’ requires action to tackle both labour market inactivity and youth unemployment

  • DBL launches immersive development solution to help drive career advancement for Gen Z workforce

    New ‘elevate’ programme to close critical skills gap

  • Back To School: Open University Upskilling Students in their Future Finance Careers with Zoho

    Students to Gain Real-World Accounting Experience with Cloud-Based Accounting Software, Zoho Books, in the New Academic Year

  • REC response to ONS labour market figures, September 2024

    The ONS has published its latest labour market statistics this morning. The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Chief Executive Neil Carberry said:

  • COMMENT: Qualtrics on Aldi's recent financial results

    Matt Trickett, EMEA XM Strategist at Qualtrics says:

  • LinkedIn reveals job searching intensifies

    The indicator is measured by the average number of applications made per applicant on LinkedIn, revealing more intense job seeking behaviours.

  • Recruiting Talent for the Gambling Industry: Essential Skills for Success

    Recruiting talent in the gambling industry requires a keen understanding of the unique skills and attributes that potential candidates should possess.

  • UK struggles to attract highly skilled foreign workers

    According to data from hiring platform Indeed, the UK is falling behind other large Western countries when it comes to attracting highly skilled foreign workers – with only 21% of foreign clicks on UK jobs on roles which offer the upper third of wages - between £35,200 and £91,000 per annum.