Amidst the cost-of-living crisis, Britons are feeling the pinch more than ever with inflation remaining high. It’s no surprise that 34% of workers said a 5% wage increase would be fair with public sector workers also increasingly locked in rows over pay. Conversations around pay can often be uncomfortable, especially during these uncertain times, however, this doesn’t mean you can’t request a pay rise if you feel you deserve it. …
Almost half of UK managers are experiencing what has been dubbed “post-hiring blues” as they regret their haste in making employment decisions.
Recent research has revealed a notable increase in the number of employers voluntarily publishing their ethnicity pay gap, rising from 30% in 2020 to 44% in 2023.
The tech sector must retain talent and bridge the widening skills gap, according to new research.
Kate Palmer details five steps that employers can take to ensure that staff who are affected by the evolving situation in both Gaza and Israel are supported.
While it’s critical for companies to thoroughly assess potential hires, the length of the job interview process seems to be increasing. On LinkedIn, you’ll find numerous stories of candidates undergoing anything from nine to 12 rounds of interviews in their quest to secure a role – only for their application to be unsuccessful. The time it takes for an organisation to make a new hire has reached an all-time high, …