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• Job vacancies plummet since announcement of NI tax hikes

  04-04-2025 12:15 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec04 Apr 2025|StatisticsJob vacancies plummet since announcement of NI tax hikesNew data analysis from CV-Library, the UK’s largest independent job site, reveals a significant reduction in the number of job vacancies advertised since the Budget last October, and a widening of regional disparity in job creation. Job vacancies down 30% more than seasonal norm following budget NI tax increase Northern England sees larger than average jobs slowdown while London jo
  
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• New Veterans Law Makes USERRA Compliance More Crucial

  25-04-2025 16:30 via hrmorning.com
  
  Employers should be aware the federal law that protects veterans and service members has been amended by a new law, making the stakes higher.The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act was enacted early in 2025. As a result, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) of 1994 changed.Here are the details.What the Veterans Law SaysUnder USERRA, employers are prohibited from discriminating against or retaliating against curren
  
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• Alex Scott MBE, Jamie Laing and Alex Horne join line-up for CIPD Festival of Work 2025

  25-04-2025 12:18 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec25 Apr 2025|News archiveAlex Scott MBE, Jamie Laing and Alex Horne join line-up for CIPD Festival of Work 2025Taking place on 11-12 June at Excel London, the CIPD Festival of Work 2025 boasts an inspiring line-up of headline artists and experts in people, work and changeThe line-up for the free CIPD Festival of Work has been revealed, with the exciting two-day event offering inspiring insights into the future of work and encouraging attendees to rethink how we wor
  
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• Early Careers Expert Series: Aligning your media choices to meet your Early Careers Attraction Strategies

  25-04-2025 12:12 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec25 Apr 2025|News archiveEarly Careers Expert Series: Aligning your media choices to meet your Early Careers Attraction StrategiesAmberjack helps future focused organisations bridge the gap between today and tomorrow.Attracting early careers talent is more competitive than ever. Graduates, Interns and Apprentices consume content across multiple platforms, with countless brands, recruiters and employers vying for their attention. So, how do you make your opportuniti
  
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• Reports of recruitment firm insolvencies should be a wake-up call to Government

  25-04-2025 11:22 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec25 Apr 2025|OpinionReports of recruitment firm insolvencies should be a wake-up call to GovernmentResponding to reports from City AM that the number of recruitment businesses appointing liquidators has risen significantly in the last six months, Samantha Hurley, UK Managing Director at the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) comments:“These are hugely concerning statistics and should serve as a warning to the Government that some of its ha
  
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• Jarvis releases free pension tracing tool to help recover lost funds

  25-04-2025 11:14 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec25 Apr 2025|News archiveJarvis releases free pension tracing tool to help recover lost fundsBillions of pounds remain unclaimed in dormant pension pots, leaving many people short of the standard amount needed for retirement.Jarvis, a pension fintech that empowers employees to actively plan for their retirement, has launched a free pensions tracing tool to help individuals recover lost or forgotten money from previous roles — offering a potential lifelin
  
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• New Pearson research: The new AI talent strategy is redesigning roles

  25-04-2025 11:09 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec25 Apr 2025|News archiveNew Pearson research: The new AI talent strategy is redesigning rolesAlong with the importance of global reskilling, new Pearson Research shows age of AI calls for employers to focus on creative strategies to close talent gaps in their workforce.New research from Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s lifelong learning company, shows that, as roles in the technology industry are being reshaped by automation and AI, employers sh
  
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• The Best Way to Convert WAV to MP3

  25-04-2025 00:03 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec24 Apr 2025|News archiveThe Best Way to Convert WAV to MP3WAV and MP3 are two of the most commonly used audio formats. The difference is that they serve different purposes. The first one is known for its high quality because it stores uncompressed audio data. Nonetheless, that quality comes at a price. WAV files are large. Thus, it makes them inconvenient for mobile devices, streaming, or sharing online. In this regard, many users turn to MP3. Since it’s a c
  
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• Top Android App Development Tools for Building Powerful Mobile Apps

  24-04-2025 23:56 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec24 Apr 2025|News archiveTop Android App Development Tools for Building Powerful Mobile AppsWithout any doubt, Android is the world’s most commonly used mobile operating system. To many, it presents quite an opportunity and a large, lucrative market for app developers. Creating top-notch and exceptionally performing apps for this platform requires strong development tools.We will examine some of the top contenders that empower app developers to create the bes
  
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• Balancing Growth and Compliance: Retaining Key Talent Amid Business Changes

  24-04-2025 23:50 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec24 Apr 2025|News archiveBalancing Growth and Compliance: Retaining Key Talent Amid Business ChangesSuccessfully growing a business means being able to cope with constant change. As some areas of your operations expand, while others are scaled back, it’s important to be able to minimise disruption, and thereby hold on to the talent that contributes so much value to your business.
  This is particularly important during major transitions: mergers and acquisition
  
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• New Executive Order: Trump Curbs Use of Disparate Impact Theory

  24-04-2025 21:21 via hrmorning.com
  
  On April 23, President Trump signed an executive order instructing federal agencies, including the EEOC, not to rely on disparate impact theory when enforcing federal civil rights laws.In other words, the executive order says that just because a company policy ends up having a negative effect on a protected class, like age, race or sex, that alone isn’t enough for the government to say it’s discriminatory. According to this new order, unless there’s clear proof that the policy
  
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• HR / Recruitment jobs for expats in Germany | IamExpat - IamExpat in Germany

  24-04-2025 13:32 via news.google.com
  HR / Recruitment jobs for expats in Germany | IamExpat  IamExpat in Germany
  
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• The Secret to Ongoing Skill Building at Work: Train Like an Athlete

  23-04-2025 12:39 via hrmorning.com
  
  Top performers in sports, from Kobe Bryant to Simone Biles, prioritize consistent and rigorous training to excel, even at the peak of their performance. Kobe Bryant famously noted that he was the first on the court before practice and the last to leave. Simone Biles shared her Olympic journey, during which she employed full-day skills training to master her routines.It’s incredible skill building, and that same dedication can apply in the workplace. Skill Building in the WorkplaceEffective
  
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• IVF-Related FMLA Dispute: Employee Fired Over Abuse Concern

  23-04-2025 11:56 via hrmorning.com
  A decision from a federal appeals court in Pennsylvania demonstrates the importance of clarity in FMLA certifications provided by employees.The employer in this case was able to defeat a claim that it illegally retaliated against an employee because he took FMLA leave in connection with his wife’s IVF treatments.The court ruled that the employer legally terminated the employee because it had an honest belief that he was abusing his FMLA leave.Husband and Wife Work for Same EmployerThe Hers
  
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• Reactive Hiring Is Holding Many Organizations Back - New Research by HR.com Research Institute

  23-04-2025 11:08 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec23 Apr 2025|StatisticsReactive Hiring Is Holding Many Organizations Back - New Research by HR.com Research InstituteNew study explores how modern talent acquisition strategies and emerging tech are reshaping recruitment—helping HR build competitive pipelines and retain top talent for the future.Despite talent acquisition being a top HR priority, half (51%) of organizations still depend on reactive, just-in-time hiring—missing opportunities to strategic
  
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• Equiom strengthens Employee Retirement & Reward Services with two senior appointments

  23-04-2025 11:06 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec23 Apr 2025|AppointmentsEquiom strengthens Employee Retirement & Reward Services with two senior appointmentsEquiom Group is pleased to announce the appointments of Mark Lindsay as Head of Employee Retirement & Reward Services, and Natalie McGinness as Director within the Employee Retirement & Reward Services team.  These appointments reinforce Equiom’s commitment to strengthening this service line as a strategic priority and further en
  
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• UK pay awards hold steady at 3% in first quarter

  23-04-2025 11:04 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec23 Apr 2025|News archiveUK pay awards hold steady at 3% in first quarter Despite UK GDP rising 0.5% in February, employers show restraint on pay decisions amid broader economic pressure.New data from Brightmine, the HR data and insights provider, reveals a consistent picture for pay awards in the first quarter of 2025, with the median pay award remaining at 3% for the fourth consecutive rolling quarter.  
  Despite the recent increase in National Insurance
  
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• HR Technologies UK to host first Innovation & AI competition

  23-04-2025 10:48 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec23 Apr 2025|News archiveHR Technologies UK to host first Innovation & AI competitionHR Technologies UK, the leading event for HR technology professionals, announces the launch of its inaugural Innovation & AI Competition at the 2025 event, taking place at ExCeL London on 23-24th April.The day-long contest, held on the show’s second and final date, will showcase the latest innovative applications of artificial intelligence transforming the world of wo
  
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• 3 Critical Steps to Hire Better and Faster | 2-Minute Video

  22-04-2025 12:48 via hrmorning.com
  
  Who wants to hire better and faster for their workplace?Probably every hiring manager in existence. But most HR professionals struggle to fulfill their hiring managers’ dreams of quality and quickness. Why? It’s because every other HR pro is aiming to do the same. It’s often a fierce competition to get the best hires on board.What’s Up in This Episode: Hire Better, FasterIn this episode of HRMorning’s 3-Point, our expert, Kareem Bakr, Managing Director at Phaidon, s
  
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• Eco-Friendly House Remodeling: Reduce Your Environmental Footprint Without Compromising Style and Aesthetics

  22-04-2025 12:43 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|News archiveEco-Friendly House Remodeling: Reduce Your Environmental Footprint Without Compromising Style and AestheticsHomeowners in Florida are resorting to green modeling nowadays. With eco-friendly upgrades, homes become healthy, energy-efficient, and visually appealing. The question arises about how to remain eco-conscious without compromising on beauty and design. Let us explore this aspect here.
  Reasons why eco-friendly remodeling is popular in
  
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• How Do Cleaning Companies Hire Cleaning Staff? It’s Worth Knowing!

  22-04-2025 12:42 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|News archiveHow Do Cleaning Companies Hire Cleaning Staff? It’s Worth Knowing!Bostonians want clean homes and a healthy lifestyle, which is making them opt for maid services that allow them to focus on their fitness and workout routines. Some homeowners choose individual cleaners recommended by their neighbors, friends, or families. While they know the cleaning tricks, a combination of hourly rates and the sudden disappearance on a specific day o
  
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• Katie Ettenfield promoted to Associate Director at Sellick Partnership

  22-04-2025 11:50 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|AppointmentsKatie Ettenfield promoted to Associate Director at Sellick PartnershipKatie has been an integral part of the business since joining in 2017 as a Consultant in the Legal Private Practice team, and her exceptional contributions have played a key role in the division’s success.Sellick Partnership is delighted to announce the promotion of Katie Ettenfield to Associate Director within the Leeds office. Katie has been an integral part
  
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• Job application overload: 86% of job applications go ‘ignored’

  22-04-2025 11:48 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|StatisticsJob application overload: 86% of job applications go ‘ignored’86% of jobseekers in the UK feel that their job applications are being ignored – with 54% admitting that they now use AI to help with the job hunt process. 86% of jobseekers say their job applications are often ignored 29% of jobseekers are sending out over 20 applications per week 58% of jobseekers would be put off by a long application process 73% of hiring mana
  
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• Beyond Engagement: How AI Upskilling Drives Readiness, Innovation, and Results

  22-04-2025 11:46 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|OpinionBeyond Engagement: How AI Upskilling Drives Readiness, Innovation, and ResultsMike Bollinger, Global VP, Strategic Initiatives, Cornerstone OnDemandThe Engagement Paradox: Today’s workplace is being reshaped by a powerful contradiction.
  Technology was supposed to make work easier—automating repetitive tasks and freeing up time for creativity, strategy, and problem-solving. Yet paradoxically despite this promise, only 10% of UK employ
  
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• Learning technology platform Thrive to start paying its employees to prioritise their wellbeing

  22-04-2025 11:36 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|News archiveLearning technology platform Thrive to start paying its employees to prioritise their wellbeingFollowing the success of its four-day work week medical trial, Thrive’s "Wellness Era" programme will incentivise employees to exercise and sleep.Thrive, the fast-growth all-in-one learning technology company, today announced the launch of its "Wellness Era," a bold new employee wellbeing initiative designed to reward employees for investing
  
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• UK financial services professionals secure biggest bonuses globally

  22-04-2025 11:33 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|StatisticsUK financial services professionals secure biggest bonuses globallyGlobal study of 2,500 respondents examines compensation and lifestyles between the world’s major financial centres and leading banks. UK recorded the highest bonus payouts across all markets (averaging $148,961), defying growing economic uncertainty in 2024 and 2025 YTD UK bonus increases represent a 26% rise YoY, beating the bonus increases seen in APAC (+22%), Europe (
  
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• Fired Over Pregnancy? Plant Nursery to Pay $40K to Settle EEOC Lawsuit

  22-04-2025 11:29 via hrmorning.com
  
  When employers mishandle pregnancy leave, the risks go beyond inconvenience – they can lead to legal trouble and financial penalties. A Maryland plant nursery just found that out, agreeing to pay $40,000 to settle an EEOC lawsuit over pregnancy discrimination.For HR leaders, this case highlights how mismanaging pregnancy leave can open the door to legal and financial fallout. Here’s what happened — and how to avoid similar missteps.Worker Wasn’t Allowed to Return After Ma
  
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• CIPD responds to Supreme Court ruling that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex

  22-04-2025 11:28 via onrec.com
  Published byCIPD22 Apr 2025|OpinionCIPD responds to Supreme Court ruling that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sexPeter Cheese, chief executive of the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, comments on the ruling:“We welcome the clarification from today's Supreme Court ruling which sets out that the Equality Act’s definition of a woman is based on biological sex. This will provide further understanding for individuals and organisati
  
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• Cloud-Based vs. Desktop SEO Tools: Which One Should You Use?

  22-04-2025 11:17 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|News archiveCloud-Based vs. Desktop SEO Tools: Which One Should You Use?When it comes to optimizing your website for search engines, the right SEO tools can make all the difference.Among the many factors to consider when choosing an SEO tool is whether it’s cloud-based or desktop-based. Each type has its unique advantages and drawbacks, making the choice dependent on your specific needs, goals, and workflow. In this article, we’ll break dow
  
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• How to Plan a Budget-Friendly Kitchen Renovation Without Sacrificing Style

  22-04-2025 11:15 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec22 Apr 2025|News archiveHow to Plan a Budget-Friendly Kitchen Renovation Without Sacrificing StyleRenovating a kitchen on a budget can seem like a daunting task, but with thoughtful planning and creative solutions, it’s entirely possible to create a stylish and functional space without overspending. The key is to prioritize your needs, make strategic choices, and incorporate design elements that deliver maximum impact without breaking the bank. Here’s
  
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