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HMRC threatens individual with Stop Notice

In the first Stop Notices case of its kind, HMRC has threatened an individual with prosecution if they promote tax avoidance schemes.

15 May 2025

NHS SBS partners with health-tech firm to transform workforce across NHS

NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) and health-tech company ImproveWell have announced a partnership aiming to drive workforce transformation across the NHS.

Government plans to re-wire the state with civil servant moves

Thousands of civil servants – including senior leaders – will be based in 13 towns and cities across the UK to work with frontline workers and local leaders.

Public sector, HR 15 May 2025

Morson advances with technical specialist buy in the US

Morson Group has strengthened its position as a global talent solutions leader with the acquisition of US-based technical recruiter PTS Advance.

Granger Reis appoints natural resources expert Phendler

Global executive search firm Granger Reis has announced the appointment of Rowan Phendler (right) as partner.

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Org Group acquires Manchester-based tech recruiting firm

Multinational professional services provider Org Group has acquired Manchester-based technology recruiting firm Venturi.

Aligra restructures at the top with promotions

UK-based recruiter Aligra has announced a key leadership restructure that reflects the company’s strategic vision for the future.

People 14 May 2025

CONTRACTS & DEALS: 12-16 MAY 2025

This week’s new contracts & deals include: Henley Business School, ServiceNow, The Curve Group, Think, UKG

NEW TO THE MARKET: 12-16 MAY 2025

This week’s new launches include: Eames Consulting, Eightfold AI, SF Recruitment

Recruitment drive for ‘promo pooches’ at exhibitions

Is your dog seeking new job opportunities over and above guarding the house, chasing the postman and chewing on your slippers?

More clarity needed on Labour’s 4-day working week

Recruiters require greater clarity on the finer detail of just how Labour plan to implement plans for a four-day week.

24 September 2019

Recruitment consultant James Doran looks to square The Circle

Recruitment has yet another reality TV star to get behind – this time on Channel 4’s surprise hit show The Circle.

Maryland Cookies winner enjoys sweet taste of success

Maryland Cookies has revealed the identity of its new cookie taster following a successful recruitment drive.

CONTRACTS & DEAL: 23-27 SEPTEMBER 2019

This week’s contracts and deals include: Cronofy, CV-Library, EVA.ai, GradTouch, Groomfield Recruitment, Heidrick & Struggles, Hireserve, Infor, Mackenzie Stuart Group, Reed.co.uk, Smart Resourcing Solutions

Recruiters rally round to assist staff following Thomas Cook collapse

Thousands of UK workers affected by the collapse of Thomas Cook may have to relocate or retrain in order to land new jobs.

Retail, Transport & logistics 23 September 2019

Govia Thameslink and The Prince’s Trust extend joint training programme

UK rail operator Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) and young people’s charity The Prince’s Trust have extended a joint training programme by a further two years.

Former MD of recruitment agency jailed for cocaine dealing

The former managing director of a Portsmouth-based recruitment agency has been jailed for having £14.5k worth of cocaine in his desk drawer.

People 23 September 2019

APPOINTMENTS: 23-27 SEPTEMBER 2019

This week’s appointments include: APSCo, Beamery, Brightwater Group, Claremont Consulting, Coople, Costain, Jurek Talents, Major, Lindsey & Africa, Oscar, Samuel Knight International, Vibe Recruit

NEW TO THE MARKET: 23-27 SEPTEMBER 2019

This week’s launches include: BookAchef.com, BTA, Camino Consultancy, CO3 Chief Officers 3rd Sector, Engage Executive Talent, Few & Far, First Advantage, Frank Recruitment Group, Hortor, HRC Recruitment, REED, Smart Resourcing Solutions, Vantage Consulting

New to MarketRetail, Sales 23 September 2019

Firms need to have more decisive hiring managers

Organisations simply cannot afford to run their businesses with indecisive hiring managers, according to Vitorio Bretas, senior principal advisor in Gartner’s HR practice.

20 September 2019

FINANCIALS: Parity Group results reveal revenue is rising

Parity Group has seen revenue climb 3% year-on-year, according to half-year results for the six months ended 30 June 2019.

FinancialsPublic sector, Marketing 20 September 2019

Manufacturing and cyber security jobs on offer

A Scottish leather manufacturer is to open a new factory in Renfrewshire next year, creating 100 jobs.
 

Waiting staff required au naturel for naturist wedding

A Berkshire couple is looking to hire waiting staff for their wedding and is willing to pay £30 an hour – however, there is a catch.

Social recruiting October 2019

Summer may be over, but that hasn’t stopped you from getting on your bikes or pulling on your pumps for a good cause...

Lighter Side 19 September 2019

AI gives access to jobs for those excluded from labour market

Rather than seeing it as a threat, resourcing departments should consider how artificial intelligence (AI) can create access to jobs for people locked out of the labour market.

IT/Telecoms 19 September 2019
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