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• Harbour launches cutting-edge Safer Recruitment Solution for the social care sector

  04-04-2025 12:19 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec04 Apr 2025|LaunchHarbour launches cutting-edge Safer Recruitment Solution for the social care sectorIn response to the increasing demand for streamlined, cost-effective and compliant hiring practices in the SME social care sector, award-winning recruitment software company, Harbour, is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Safer Recruitment Solution (SRS).The groundbreaking technology which is designed to reduce hiring time, cut costs and enhance complia
  
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• Talent platform partnering with Louis Vuitton, Virgin Group, and WHSmith raises £3.65m seed round

  17-04-2025 15:00 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Apr 2025|News archiveTalent platform partnering with Louis Vuitton, Virgin Group, and WHSmith raises £3.65m seed roundVizzy allows candidates to build a truly personalised digital profile that reflects their potential, interests and ambitions – helping young people stand out in the new world of work.Vizzy, the talent platform and CV disruptor for global brands, has raised a £3.65m seed led by Adjuvo. Vizzy allows candidates to build a tru
  
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• Forecast hiring may confound worst fears of ‘Awful April’ changes - REC

  17-04-2025 14:58 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Apr 2025|StatisticsForecast hiring may confound worst fears of ‘Awful April’ changes - RECThe job market has seen consistent demand this Spring with postings across the first quarter of the year showing resilience, although at a lower level than previous years according to the latest Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC)/ Lightcast monthly Labour Market Tracker. The overall number of active job postings in March 2025 was 1,583,465– an
  
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• Recruiters among the biggest AI champions at work saving time and helping them win, new research reveals

  17-04-2025 14:55 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Apr 2025|News archiveRecruiters among the biggest AI champions at work saving time and helping them win, new research revealsMore than two-thirds of recruitment professionals use AI at work – with almost all of them saying it’s been a force for good.New research from The Access Group reveals that AI isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a game-changer for recruiters. 
  According to its latest study, 68% of recruitmen
  
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• Adzuna launches quality-first AI job search agent ‘ApplyIQ’

  17-04-2025 14:53 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Apr 2025|LaunchAdzuna launches quality-first AI job search agent ‘ApplyIQ’ApplyIQ harnesses the power of large language models (LLMs) to intelligently match users with jobs that align with their skills, experience and career goals. Unlike existing job automation and ‘easy apply’ tools that focus on application volume over quality, ApplyIQ applies strict limits and controls to ensure only the most relevant applications reach recruiters.&n
  
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• IRIS Software Group Unveils Unified Payroll Solution Amid Growing Demand

  17-04-2025 14:51 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Apr 2025|PartnershipsIRIS Software Group Unveils Unified Payroll Solution Amid Growing DemandNew unified payroll solution sees 17% year-on-year growth helping businesses focus on people, not payrollIRIS Software Group (IRIS), a leading global provider of accounting, education, HR, and payroll solutions, today announced its new unified outsourced payroll solution, IRIS Payroll Services. Ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time is a vital day-
  
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• Skills Science Meets Smart Interviews: Spotted Zebra Bridges Assessment-Intelligence Gap to Combat Compounded Recruitment Crisis

  17-04-2025 14:47 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Apr 2025|News archiveSkills Science Meets Smart Interviews: Spotted Zebra Bridges Assessment-Intelligence Gap to Combat Compounded Recruitment CrisisAward-Winning HR Tech Innovator Debuts Industry-First by Uniting Interview Intelligence and Assessment in One PlatformEnterprise talent acquisition teams facing twin pressures from AI-generated candidate applications and deepening skills shortages can now leverage a unified approach to hiring, as Spotted Zebra unve
  
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• REC comments on doubling of levy spending on highest level training

  16-04-2025 12:50 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec16 Apr 2025|OpinionREC comments on doubling of levy spending on highest level trainingResponding to the publication of statistics on spending on apprenticeship levy, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Director of Campaigns Shazia Ejaz said:“Spending on high-level apprenticeships - equivalent to master’s degrees - has doubled in five years, while we risk entry-level routes being left behind. It is time to rebalance the system. Young peop
  
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• More than a quarter of UK employers face skills shortages in recruiting for sustainability related jobs

  16-04-2025 11:08 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec16 Apr 2025|StatisticsMore than a quarter of UK employers face skills shortages in recruiting for sustainability related jobsNew data from global hiring platform, Indeed, reveals that more than 1 in 4 employers (27%) face skills shortages when it comes to recruiting for sustainability related jobs, while half (49%) of jobseekers admit they lack the necessary qualifications or experience. Additionally, 2 in 5 (41%) workers feel employers are not open enough to tran
  
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• Ipsos poll finds widespread support for key workplace DEI initiatives, but men are more likely than women to say DEI has gone ‘too far’

  16-04-2025 11:05 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec16 Apr 2025|StatisticsIpsos poll finds widespread support for key workplace DEI initiatives, but men are more likely than women to say DEI has gone ‘too far’A new Ipsos in the UK poll reveals strong public support for a range of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in UK workplaces, but a clear gender divide in general attitudes to promoting DEI There is widespread support among British public for key workplace DEI initiatives, including
  
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• Youth Futures Foundation comments: ONS labour market stats

  16-04-2025 10:54 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec16 Apr 2025|OpinionYouth Futures Foundation comments: ONS labour market statsAbigail Coxon, Senior Economist, Youth Futures Foundation, comments:"Today's labour market data from the ONS shows that youth unemployment continues to rise. Over the past year, the unemployment rate for people aged 16-24 not in full-time education has increased from 11.4% to 13.3%. This reflects an additional 77,000 young people who are unemployed. Economic inactivity among young people
  
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• From 9-5 to 5-9: Three-quarters of UK professionals eye side hustles to boost finances

  16-04-2025 10:42 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec16 Apr 2025|StatisticsFrom 9-5 to 5-9: Three-quarters of UK professionals eye side hustles to boost financesAs salaries continue to be stretched thin by a high cost of living and with National Insurance tax hikes placing more pressure on company budgets – many professionals are being driven to clock into a ‘5-9’ after their ‘9-5’. 75% of UK professionals would consider taking on a second job or 'side hustle' to earn addition
  
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• Cornerstone Unveils Advanced AI and Skills Intelligence for Workforce Agility

  16-04-2025 10:39 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec16 Apr 2025|News archiveCornerstone Unveils Advanced AI and Skills Intelligence for Workforce Agility Cornerstone Galaxy AI and Cornerstone Transform empower organizations to more confidently and nimbly address the rapid changes impacting workforce strategy Cornerstone OnDemand Inc., a leader in workforce agility solutions, today announced two new innovations – Cornerstone Galaxy AI and Cornerstone Transform within its workforce agility platform, Corne
  
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• Kingsbridge becomes exclusive insurance partner for BookaBuilderUK

  15-04-2025 13:51 via onrec.com
  Published byKingsbridge Contractor Insurance15 Apr 2025|PartnershipsKingsbridge becomes exclusive insurance partner for BookaBuilderUKKingsbridge, a leading provider of specialist trades insurance, is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with BookaBuilderUK, one of the UK’s fastest-growing platforms for connecting homeowners and businesses with vetted, reliable tradespeople. This partnership represents a major step forward in providing accessible, all-in-one insurance solutions to th
  
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• REC response to ONS labour market figures, April 2025

  15-04-2025 10:21 via onrec.com
  Published byREC15 Apr 2025|OpinionREC response to ONS labour market figures, April 2025The ONS published its latest labour market statistics this morning. The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Chief Executive Neil Carberry said:“Today’s data marks the end of a long spike in vacancies driven by the pandemic, with a 33rd straight month of decline bringing the number of open jobs below the February 2020 level for the first time. The real question now is whether this sl
  
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• ONS Labour Market - comment from ManpowerGroup

  15-04-2025 09:38 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec15 Apr 2025|OpinionONS Labour Market - comment from ManpowerGroupAnna Spaul, market intelligence director, ManpowerGroup UK said:“This was always going to be a tough month for British employers who have been preparing for cost increases via national insurance and the living wage rises.  The latest data gives the impression everything is more or less on an even keel but we know that's not the case and need to take these official numbers wi
  
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• Hire Intelligence joins forces with iCIMS

  15-04-2025 09:19 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec15 Apr 2025|PartnershipsHire Intelligence joins forces with iCIMSWe are thrilled to announce our partnership with iCIMS, as one of their Apply Network partners!The iCIMS Apply Network enables candidates to apply directly on the jobsite with their information flowing back into the iCIMS ATS. Admins can easily create and standardise the application process using drag -and -drop features, allowing for customisation, specific questions, and scalable workflows. This cr
  
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• DFS teams up with inploi to improve candidate experience with enhanced accessibility

  15-04-2025 09:19 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec15 Apr 2025|PartnershipsDFS teams up with inploi to improve candidate experience with enhanced accessibilityDFS, one of the UK’s leading furniture retailers, has joined forces with inploi, the candidate experience platform for enterprises with high volume hiring needs, to make its hiring process more accessible and empower candidates to apply with confidence.Employing over 4,000 people across more than 100 stores and advertising 1,500 roles annually through
  
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• AI Adoption in HR Grows, But Skills and Policy Gaps Persist

  15-04-2025 09:14 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec15 Apr 2025|StatisticsAI Adoption in HR Grows, But Skills and Policy Gaps Persist New research from Brightmine highlights growing AI usage among HR professionals but reveals major barriers to formal adoption. 66.3% of HR professionals are now using AI in their daily tasks - marking a 12% increase from last year. However, while personal use of AI is on the rise just 3.6% have formally integrated AI into HR processes with companies citing time pressures, and skills
  
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• Top Benefits of Outsourcing Product Information Management Services

  14-04-2025 14:06 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec14 Apr 2025|News archiveTop Benefits of Outsourcing Product Information Management ServicesBusinesses in the current business age operate their business in a competitive online marketplace, and they must manage huge amounts of product information in an effective way for streamlined operations and increased customer satisfaction. An effective Product Information Management (PIM) system allows businesses to integrate, extend, and syndicate reliable product data to n
  
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• Accelerated Leadership Development With AI-Driven Coaching Skills Practice

  11-04-2025 09:59 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec11 Apr 2025|OpinionAccelerated Leadership Development With AI-Driven Coaching Skills PracticeEd Parsloe, Chief Executive, The OCMAccording to Gartner[i], leader and manager development is the top priority for HR leaders for the third year running with coaching skills recognised as a key tool for success.Consequently, many companies are equipping leaders and managers with the coaching skills needed to manage uncertainty, inspire teams, and drive business expansion.
  
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• How can businesses prepare for the UK’s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill? Insights from Punter Southall Law

  11-04-2025 09:56 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec11 Apr 2025|News archiveHow can businesses prepare for the UK’s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill? Insights from Punter Southall LawAs cyber threats become more frequent, sophisticated and damaging, UK businesses are being urged to prepare now for the Government’s forthcoming Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. The proposed legislation - outlined in a Government policy statement on 1st April 2025[i]- aims to significantly expand the UK’s cyber s
  
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• Welfare Reforms Will Drive ADHD Talent Into the Workforce - Is Your Workplace Ready?

  11-04-2025 09:54 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec11 Apr 2025|News archiveWelfare Reforms Will Drive ADHD Talent Into the Workforce - Is Your Workplace Ready?Experts share practical advice to help HR leaders support neurodivergent staff and create ADHD-inclusive workplaces.With proposed welfare reforms set to move thousands of people off long-term disability benefits and into employment, employers are being urged to prepare for a wave of neurodivergent - particularly individuals with ADHD - into the workforce.&nb
  
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• Stress Awareness Month: Avoiding ‘The Boiling Frog Syndrome’ in the Workplace

  11-04-2025 09:52 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec11 Apr 2025|News archiveStress Awareness Month: Avoiding ‘The Boiling Frog Syndrome’ in the WorkplaceBy Nathan Shearman, Director of Therapy and Training at Red UmbrellaAs the UK faces a rise in people of working age being economically inactive due to long-term sickness, welfare reforms are being put into place to alleviate pressure on the system.
  Economic inactivity has been rising, exacerbated by the pandemic, with millions of people unable to return
  
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• Had a Termite Inspection and Still Got Infested? Here’s What Might’ve Gone Wrong

  11-04-2025 09:50 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec11 Apr 2025|News archiveHad a Termite Inspection and Still Got Infested? Here’s What Might’ve Gone WrongYou booked the termite inspection, checked that item off your to-do list, and figured you were in the clear. So, finding evidence of a termite infestation afterward feels not only frustrating—it’s a little maddening.The truth? Even with a professional termite inspection, things can slip through the cracks (sometimes literally). But instea
  
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• Top Online Casinos in Australia: The Best Sites for 2025

  10-04-2025 22:56 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec10 Apr 2025|News archiveTop Online Casinos in Australia: The Best Sites for 2025Find out the best casinos in Australia for 2025 that offer top games, bonuses, and secure transactions for Aussie players!Australian Online Casinos that Suit Your Playstyle
  The best online casinos landscape has evolved significantly, offering players a plethora of choices. With numerous platforms available - visit thenationonlineng.net, finding the right one can be challenging. For 202
  
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• 4 Tips for Choosing the Best Lock System for Your Premises

  10-04-2025 22:45 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec10 Apr 2025|News archive4 Tips for Choosing the Best Lock System for Your PremisesSelecting the right locks for your home will ensure optimal security. With the many options in the market, it is very easy for you to get confused in the selection. Well, worry not! In this article, we explore some valuable tips for finding the ideal lock system for your home.1. Consider the FunctionalityWhen assessing the lock systems, begin by checking the functionality. This is be
  
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• New TalentLMS Research Reveals “Quiet Cracking” as a Hidden Crisis in the U.S. Workplace

  10-04-2025 07:41 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec10 Apr 2025|News archiveNew TalentLMS Research Reveals “Quiet Cracking” as a Hidden Crisis in the U.S. WorkplaceMore than half of employees surveyed say they experience some level of Quiet Cracking - a persistent feeling of workplace unhappiness that leads to disengagement, poor performance, and an increased desire to quit.TalentLMS, a leading employee training platform, released a study of 1,000 U.S. employees that uncovers a silent crisis in the work
  
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• The Fundamental Rules for Writing a CV To Get Noticed in the Job Market

  09-04-2025 17:25 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec09 Apr 2025|News archiveThe Fundamental Rules for Writing a CV To Get Noticed in the Job MarketStarting a career or progressing in a related field requires some elbow grease, not just on the forefront but even behind the scenes. You have to work as hard on your CV as you do on the job. There is no shortcut to it unless you make an intelligent choice. When preparing your resume, two things often bother you – how to draw the attention of the top recruiters and
  
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• Government and employers urged to invest in women’s health support to unlock productivity and economic participation

  09-04-2025 12:50 via onrec.com
  Published byCIPD09 Apr 2025|News archiveGovernment and employers urged to invest in women’s health support to unlock productivity and economic participationAn open letter to the employment minister, signed by 28 organisations including the CIPD and SOM, highlights the economic and societal importance of workplace support for women’s health and reproductive challengesThe government has been urged to launch a review of the support for women’s health and reproductive challenges at
  
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