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Cornerstone of career progression
In response to the publication of the ‘Richard Review into Apprenticeships’ (‘Everyone likes apprenticeships, says former Dragon Richard, but change needed’, recruiter.co.uk, 27 November), we welcome the findings of this thorough report, in particular the recognition that employer support needs to be embedded in apprenticeships and that course content must be rigorous.
Cut out the illiterate job specs
Alastair [Blair], in your Bloggers with Bite article in November’s Recruiter, I agree with you completely about shoddy recruitment advertising, but I wouldn’t limit this to recruitment consultants.
Talk tax payments to HMRC
Recruiters should take a proactive approach to dealing with HM Revenue & Customs and potential liabilities before the situation gets beyond help
Soundbites December 2012
“Are you feeling positive or nervous about the prospects for recruitment in 2013 and what are your reasons?”
Rank Group takes a punt with social media
The Rank Group needed more consistency with recruiting across its businesses. RPOZone helped the group interact more with its customers
Survival tips for ‘Zombie’ staffing companies
There has been much talk of so called “Zombie Companies” recently, defined as companies that are barely surviving and keeping creditors at bay by paying interest but not repaying debts.  Theoretically, they cannot grow and invest so they holding back the economic recovery.
Recruiting on the go comes of age
As the number of mobile searches increases exponentially, recruiters need to add more to the mobile experience for candidates to keep ahead of the competition. Sue Weekes investigates
Let’s be more ethical around tax
I was greatly encouraged to see the breaking news article that MPs were finally stepping up to take action on travel & subsistence (T&S) expenses schemes (recruiter.co.uk, 23rd November).
Top tips for great recruitment websites
The internet is now the first port of call for job seekers, and even employers looking for staffing solutions. With millions of monthly job related searches online, every recruiter must have a professional, effective website.
Search firm Directorbank allies with Rockpool Investments
Specialist private equity executive search firm Directorbank has entered into a strategic alliance with private equity investment firm Rockpool Investments.
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