ILO calls for equal treatment for workers

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has called for governments around the world to ensure equal treatment among workers, including those in non-standard employment due to the emergence of the gig economy.

Lorien Resourcing appoints Marsh CEO

Lorien Resourcing, a part of managed services and specialist staffing provider Impellam Group, has appointed Claire Marsh as new chief executive.

Cognitive Group takes on Potter, promotes Delderfield

Microsoft Dynamics staffing specialist Cognitive Group has appointed Danni Potter in the newly-created finance director role.

Acorn brings Edwards on board

Specialist recruitment and training agency Acorn’s executive search division has appointed Gareth Edwards as director.

Matt Churchward: What next, nano-niche?!

I was recently sitting in a conference and the phrase ‘micro-niche’ came up in relation to recruitment agencies. The context was, in order to have value in today’s brave new world, you need to be ‘micro-niche’

Aspiring to roll out recruitment beyond University of Manchester

Not-for-profit social and ethical recruiter Aspire Recruitment has set its sights on rolling out the high volume recruitment model it operates with the University of Manchester to other organisations in both the public and private sectors.

Employers find winning ways in athletes

High-performing athletes have all the personal skills and attributes employers are looking for, according to employers and academic research. However, making the transition from full-time athlete to the world of work is not easy, and even Olympic medal winners can benefit from help, support and advice.