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How businesses in the north of England can attract talent

High employment within the UK means businesses are recruiting in an increasingly competitive, candidate-led market. Historically, top UK talent has appeared to gravitate towards the capital for work. However, the workforce is becoming increasingly mobile and with this, the North’s offering of career opportunities, lower living costs and strong work-life balance is becoming more apparent for businesses and jobseekers alike. This is reflected in the 42% increase in jobs advertised in the last two years in cities across Northern England and Scotland, alongside a rise in job applications.

Ellie Green

1 min read

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Neurodiversity: explaining and reducing the autism employment gap

Autism awareness day is an annual global event taking place 2nd April. The day not only helps to increase understanding of the daily challenges faced by individuals with autism, it also celebrates their unique skills and talents.

Totaljobs Editor

6 min read

A lower cost of living in the North of England can help businesses attract talent

An increasingly mobile workforce across the UK means there is more opportunity than ever for employers based outside of London. Recruiters need not limit their candidate search to their local area – they can expand their talent pool by speaking to those potential candidates who are open to relocating. Key to attracting top talent from across the UK is a strong employer brand, coupled with engagement throughout the recruitment process.

Ellie Green

2 min read

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£1 is worth almost 20% more in the North: introducing the “Northern Pound”

There’s been a long-held assumption that those working in London get a “better deal” than those in the North. More job opportunities and higher pay are commonly associated with the capital. However, with large companies such as Channel 4 moving headquarters to the North, it’s clear the Northern Powerhouse is thriving.

Ellie Green

5 min read

Best places to work in the world: London ranked number one by global workforce

London has remained the number one city for work, according to the latest findings from the Global Talent Survey. As in 2014, the UK’s capital was the most appealing for global workers who were asked where they would consider working abroad.

Ellie Green

2 min read

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Managing candidate expectations in the recruitment process

Almost a quarter (24%) of candidates would expect to be hired within just two weeks after applying for a role, according to the latest research from Totaljobs.

Ellie Green

3 min read

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What is “presenteeism” and how does it impact workplace productivity?

The latest findings from The Office of National Statistics (ONS) show that the UK’s productivity rate is currently the second lowest in the G7, having stagnated since the 2008 financial crisis. Calculated by judging the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) output per hour worked in the country, the UK’s productivity is currently 20% lower than pre-recession trends forecasted.

Ellie Green

3 min read

Overcoming the UK skills shortage

Totaljobs and Robert Walters recently surveyed over 5,000 UK professionals and employers in order to shine a light on the challenges facing British recruiters.

The resulting report, “Solving the UK Skills Shortage” has revealed that two thirds of recruiting businesses expect to struggle to find the candidates they need. What’s more, half of UK employers believe that Britain’s departure from the European Union will worsen the problem.

Steve Warnham

3 min read

What is a returnship?

With a skills shortage facing the UK, many companies have found that they are lacking the skills and experience they need to thrive. Totaljobs has been looking at potential techniques that business can use to tackle the skills shortage, and one stand-out option is something called a returnship.

That’s not a typo, and if you haven’t heard of a returnship, you’re not alone. 9 in 10 people have never heard of it either.

Steve Warnham

5 min read

All in Recruitment trends

How businesses in the north of England can attract talent

Neurodiversity: explaining and reducing the autism employment gap

A lower cost of living in the North of England can help businesses attract talent

£1 is worth almost 20% more in the North: introducing the “Northern Pound”

Best places to work in the world: London ranked number one by global workforce

Managing candidate expectations in the recruitment process

What is “presenteeism” and how does it impact workplace productivity?

Overcoming the UK skills shortage

What is a returnship?