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Robots will rescue Brexit Britain

With the Brexit clock ticking, the government has placed its faith (and £1 billion) in a robotic bailout. But will investment in a digital future help Britain take the lead – or just keep pace – in the global race for talent? GDPR panic hits the social networks. And classrooms are the best talent pipelines, […]

Global Recruitment Insights

The recruitment world is facing large scale changes. This week we look at some of the seismic shifts we can look forward to. And we consider why, when recruiters succeed, that is a good sign for the wider economy. Global Recruitment to 2022 Analysts at Orbis Research have published a wide-ranging forecast of the next […]

Optimism for Agile Recruiters?

As industry giants report slow growth, we consider whether geopolitical change could favour ‘the little guy’. And automation is coming, but will distractions and a lack of groundwork leave employees stranded? Not if we embrace the opportunities it provides, says one expert. “Subdued” UK performance for recruitment giant The more immediate impact of Brexit on […]

Guidance on legitimate interest

The UK Information Commissioner’s Office has published guidance on processing data on the grounds of a legitimate interest. The guidelines will assist recruiters preparing their legitimate interest assessment. The UK’s new gender pay gap reporting system appears to have been a success. Response rates have been positive – but are were the right questions being […]

Recruitment Software on Trial

A good recruitment software can save you time and money. This week, we also learned that it can help you win legal battles, too. Gender pay disparity remaining a hot-button topic in our industry. We look at some of the equality wins – and shortcomings – in the week’s headlines. And where are Australia’s executives? […]

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence is often viewed with more than a little skepticism. Although it can be easy to see automated workplaces as a dystopian vision of the future, this week we look at a few of the ways that the digital transformation will create new opportunities for recruiters. Demand for AI Professionals Soars The demand for […]

Why we won’t all turn into robot recruiters

Recruitment technology is changing the industry. But rather than fighting the inevitable march of progress – or, worse, running from it – recruiters can adapt and grow in a digital tomorrow. The Future of Recruitment Technology What are the common themes that industry forecasts all seem to share? Usually, they put recruitment technology at the […]

The Value of Life-Long Learning

Employers agree that the most valuable candidates are those with a willingness to constantly reskill. With in-work training offering so much, what are the top salaries for non-graduates? And why are apprenticeship schemes floundering? Employers want long-term learners What is the one skill that the most sought after candidates all possess? According to three quarters […]

Recruitment technology: choosing the right tools for the job

Apprentices provide an opportunity for businesses to build a workforce tailor-made for their own objectives. They also provide recruits with a structured career path in an age of increasingly unsecured work. So why are apprenticeship schemes failing to attract both businesses and young professionals? eBoss looks at the official data. Australia is keen to promote […]

Recruiting Security | Recruiters Weekly News

What should you look for when recruiting security personnel? The answers may surprise you. With digital readiness schemes top of the agenda for 2018, the dash for hard cybersecurity skills is well underway. But a new report by a global consultancy sees the real answer lying in the organisation approach of enterprises. At the same […]

Why data is a legitimate interest for recruiters | Recruiters Weekly News

GDPR means that data security is now a legitimate interest for agencies. But how can new priorities be addressed without affecting the everyday processes of recruiters? eBoss presents one timely solution. Equality in the workplace is a crucial factor in morale and – consequently – staff retention. Meanwhile, diversity has been shown to have direct […]

Why talent is the key to recruiter agility | Recruiters Weekly News

The Association Of Professional Staffing Companies says “nimble” recruiters can make big wins in 2018. In a study of Australian recruiters, APSCo found that a reliable pool of talented candidates was the key recruiter agility. But how can recruiters remain agile in a competitive market? And which strategies are UK employers using to retain their […]