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We cover the latest recruitment industry trends to ensure you stay up to date with all the latest developments. Therefore, we look at some of the biggest issues facing the UK employment sector. This includes everything from how to motivate remote workers to the controversial issue of hot desking.

Is trust a motivating force behind recent increases in Management jobs?

Friday 18th September 2020

Businesses were thrown into economic turmoil by the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and large companies alike faced an unprecedented threat that left some unable to function. However relief came in the form of the governments...

Market research: understanding candidate motivations in the face of Covid-19

Wednesday 5th August 2020

The coronavirus has changed the job market almost overnight. The world of work has been profoundly affected with rapid economic and social changes as a result. In an effort to interpret these recent changes...

How a 4 day work week can boost employee productivity

Thursday 2nd July 2020

It is well documented that the British workforce is suffering from low productivity. Despite working hours being at an all-time high, the overall productivity and efficiency remain at low levels. For many companies, managing...

Demand For UK Agricultural Roles Rise

Wednesday 13th May 2020

According to new findings, British farming has received a huge labour boost since April in its drive to feed the nation amid the Covid19 crisis. With the UK jobs market undergoing a dramatic shift...

Could Working From Home Make Your Business Stronger?

Thursday 19th March 2020

The speed at which things have changed during the Coronavirus outbreak has been almost breath taking [no pun intended]. Each and everyone of us has been thrown into growing uncertainty, and as everyone scrambles...

Is Video Interviewing Taking Over from the Traditional Job Interview?

Wednesday 29th January 2020

With the rise in the usage of digital tools in recruitment, more and more companies are replacing the traditional face-to-face job interview with a video interview – especially in the early stages of the recruitment process. Since the early days...

Why You Should Advertise Jobs On Zoek’s Job Board

Thursday 9th January 2020

January is a strong hiring period as supply of talent usually outweighs the demand for qualified candidates, and budgets are ready to be spent. In fact, it is the perfect time to advertise your...

Staying Ahead Of the Seasonal Recruitment Cycle

Monday 30th December 2019

When it comes to landing your dream job, timing could be everything. This is because there are seasonal recruitment cycles in most industries. The need for new staff rises and falls at certain times of the...

Thinking of Joining the Gig Economy in 2020?

Monday 23rd December 2019

In recent years, gig economy growth has accelerated. It’s estimated that 20% to 30% of the working age population is now involved in freelance work. While many of these jobs are part-time, more people than ever are relying on...

Is January Really The Best Month For Hiring Staff?

Thursday 12th December 2019

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...

The most sought after industries

Tuesday 12th February 2019

Right now, some industries are getting more applications per vacancy than any other. According to research by Tribepad, the average job advert receives 39 applications, yet that rises to 79 in the logistics industry...

Is Downton Abbey causing a rise in domestic jobs?

Tuesday 22nd September 2015

Downton Abbey returned to our television screens this weekend. The series is thought to be behind a rise in demand for butlers and other domestic help.

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