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Unilever announces 7,500 job cuts
Unilever, the consumer goods behemoth behind iconic brands like Marmite and Dove soap, has unveiled plans for significant restructuring, including job cuts and the separation of its ice cream division. The move comes as part of a comprehensive three-year cost-saving...
ITV cutting jobs over advertising loss
In response to a significant decline in advertising revenues, ITV has initiated job cuts, reflecting the challenges faced by traditional broadcasters in the wake of the digital era. The Telegraph has uncovered that ITV recently laid off employees within its in-house...
More than 810,000 new job postings in February
There were more than 1.8m active job postings in the UK, with more than 810,000 new job postings, in February 2024. Continued labour shortages driven by a smaller active workforce, skills shortages in sectors like engineering and fast changes in consumer markets are...
1 in 3 employers lean towards hiring contractors in 2024
In a bid to navigate through the uncertainties of the current economic landscape, a significant number of employers are turning towards contracting as a viable solution for their workforce needs. Recent findings from a specialised recruitment company, Robert Walters,...
“Trust is broken” after job cuts at EY
Employees in EY's UK deals business have voiced their frustration and disappointment with the company's management in the wake of recent job cuts and a significant decline in sales, according to an internal survey obtained by the Financial Times. In a presentation...
Tight labour market remains resilient amidst recession
Amidst a technical recession in the UK, the labour market remains remarkably resilient, with job security confidence reaching near-record highs and wages experiencing positive growth. The latest findings from the Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI), produced in...
IBM seeks volunteers for global layoffs
IBM is urging its employees to volunteer for layoffs as part of a new round of global job cuts. The company's latest initiative, termed "Resource Actions," is set to impact various departments globally, with a particular focus on Europe. Enterprise Operations &...
UK industries experience significant drop in job vacancies
In a recent analysis conducted by Wealth of Geeks, utilising data from the Office of National Statistics, it has been revealed that several industries in the United Kingdom witnessed a substantial decrease in job vacancies from October to December 2023 compared to the...
PlayStation to axe 900 Jobs
In a major shakeup, Sony has announced plans to lay off approximately 900 employees, constituting 8 percent of its global PlayStation workforce. The move comes as part of a broader restructuring effort, which includes the complete closure of PlayStation's London...
The Great Reshuffle: 40% of professionals plan to change jobs in 2024
In the wake of the pandemic, the professional landscape experienced a period of uncertainty known as the Great Resignation. While 2023 brought a temporary calm, a new trend is emerging on the horizon, as revealed by the latest survey conducted by Tiger Recruitment....
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Debbie Mavis: Why apprenticeships are the key to finding emerging talent in STEM industries
The UK Government has recently set out an ambition to make the UK a ‘Science Superpower’, says Debbie Mavis. However, the UK’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) industries are only as strong as the people who work within them. The UK suffers from...
Neve Wilkinson: 6 mobile recruiting strategies for attracting top talent in 2024
You must improve your mobile recruiting strategy in order to attract top talent in 2024, says Neve Wilkinson. As the number of global smartphone users reaches almost five billion, you need to take advantage of mobile technology such as social media, video conferencing...
Joe Seddon: Why hiring socially mobile talent should be the number one priority for every business
Imagine finding your next top performer in an unexpected place, says Joe Seddon. They are not from the typical leafy suburb in the South East, nor did they attend a well-known public school, but they are a consistent overperformer who has defied seemingly...
Wouter Durville: What is the most successful way to recruit?
Applying for a job with a resume is no longer the best way to find work, argues Wouter Durville. According to a new global research report, a staggering 87 percent of employers report problems finding talent this way. The study ‘The State of Skills-Based Hiring 2023'...
Chris McNamara: How can you optimise your search for talent?
Once upon a time, major companies like Apple or Google were able to attract talented individuals based on the allure of their considerable market share, prestigious brands and famously sprawling campuses, says Chris McNamara. But I’m not sure these businesses can...
Sundaram & Johnson-Jones: 5 ways your job adverts are turning people off
A job advert is the first touch point most job seekers will have with an employer. So, if your business is amongst the 73 percent of firms that have faced hiring difficulties over the last quarter, updating your job adverts to make them more attractive and inclusive...
Dan O’Connell: Overhauling contact centre onboarding in the age of AI
The onboarding process can be a difficult time for any organisation, says Dan O’Connell. Whether it is introducing new employees to their co-workers and clients, arranging training, or getting them set up in IT systems, there are a range of challenges that often...
Marc Holl: Over a third of employees are expected to quit their jobs next year
Recent studies contain fresh warnings that over a third of employees are expected to quit their jobs in 2024, thanks to a growing gap between employee expectations and job offerings, highlights Marc Holl. Findings from Nuffield Health’s Healthier Nation Index - a...
Steve Leigh: Why your employer brand could be turning Gen Z talent away
There have been numerous high-profile instances of brands being criticised for their employer brand over the past few years, says Steve Leigh. Perhaps one of the most notable was the crisis involving craft beer company BrewDog which faced significant public criticism...
Amanda Childs: How to increase employee retention by establishing a magnetic workplace
As hybrid and remote working continue to rise in popularity, a healthy workplace culture is more important than ever, says Amanda Childs. When establishing a harmonious environment, business leaders should focus on building a magnetic workplace and drive sustainable...
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