New Immigration Legislation Threatens UK Business   On the 18th February, the UK government unveiled details of its new immigration system, which will come into force on the 1st January 2021. In line with the government’s manifesto, migrants will have to meet a number of criteria, including specific skills and a...

Brands are doing everything they can to position products and services successfully, including trying to appeal to customers at a human level. The modern-day consumer values intense personalisation and engagement, and a great way...

While Brexit means many employers have put hiring on hold, with employment levels at record highs, the recruitment industry is still candidate-driven, so it’s up to hirers to do more to attract the best candidates. That isn’t easy when Brexit has...

It is common to hear the expression, “January is the best time of the year to start hiring new staff.” But is this the actual truth or simply just another myth? Past surveys have...

In the weeks leading up to Christmas, most workers are excited about the prospect of the Christmas break, as well as the parties that happen at this time of year. But this can also mean that employee motivation and workforce...

Zoek is delighted to be exhibiting at the CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2019 on the 6th and 7th of November 2019 in Manchester.   The 72nd CIPD Annual Conference    With over 5,000 attendees, 180+ exhibitors & 100+ speakers, the CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition...

The importance of CSR on Brands  Customers’ interaction with brands is changing. Companies need to ensure their identity and operations have the right impact in order to connect with today’s empowered consumer. In a world where your target audience expects not only exceptional product...

As a business, your people are your most important resource. After all, it is them who generate the revenue that keeps your business alive and thriving. So it’s vitally important that they’re performing to...

Many studies have found that the quality of the work environment can have a big impact on employee productivity. Quality work space design and workplace atmosphere leads to a less stressed and better performing workforce. In other words, employees need to be comfortable in order to do their...

What does the future of recruitment look like? How is our industry evolving? Discover the answers to the industry’s biggest questions alongside Zoek, the UK’s fastest growing job board at The Recruitment Agency Expo...

In the rush to fill urgent vacancies, creating a job analysis is something small business owners often neglect. But this can be a big mistake, as it often means the job description, and, as a consequence, the...

As all employers quickly get to discover, there’s a world of difference between an employee who’s correctly matched to a job and a company’s culture, and one who is not. So, how can employers...