The first half of 2020 felt very much like the UK economy had hit pause, hiring was something that was put on the back burner as economic survival became the priority. However, the cyclical nature of economic downturns and resurgence means that at some point the economy will start to grow again and that…
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COVID-19 has had a seismic impact on many sectors of the economy, and recruitment has felt this deeply. The shape and structure of workflows have changed dramatically as a result of measures taken to prevent the spread of the virus. Plus, almost overnight, entire businesses shifted to working from home. So, where are we
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COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on the working world. In recent months there have been layoffs and downsizing, creating a pool of very talented candidates and executives who are only likely to be available for a short time. If your business is starting to plan for the future, then now is the ideal
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The legal sector is a competitive place and law firms tend to take only the best candidates. As well as the necessary qualifications, these 7 key skills can help you to stand out and will pave the way for a successful legal career. Being a team player. Depending on the type of law you
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Successful recruitment is more important than ever and is an ongoing process that isn’t just about finding people with the right qualifications. Organisational fit and shared values can also be key, and the reputation that you nurture, as well as the work that you put into retaining employees, also have a role to play. If
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There is a lot of uncertainty for any business to deal with today as the COVID-19 crisis continues to unfold. However, one thing that we do know is that those businesses that work to ensure employee morale remains high are likely to fare better than those where spirits are low. No matter what happens
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Building a strong team can make your business more resilient and is the key to improving productivity and nurturing innovation. However, it also takes time and resources and the wrong decisions can lead to a repeat of the process further down the line. Working with a recruitment agency like 2i Recruit has a lot of
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The initial process of recruitment requires two essential documents: a CV and a cover letter. Many applicants often feel put off when it comes to providing a cover letter and would prefer to send off the bare bones of an application without one. However, the reality today is that employers receive hundreds of applications for
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COVID-19 has turned the world upside down in many ways but perhaps nowhere more so than the workplace. Never before have we seen such widespread office closures and mass working from home. Many businesses have been through a process of complete lockdown with teams separated for weeks on end. Whether your staff are starting to
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COVID-19 has changed the way that we work in the UK – potentially for the long term. With around 30% of the UK, workforce thought to have been furloughed as a result of the imposition of the lockdown the learning curve has been steep in terms of firms looking for ways to survive this incredibly
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