Across Dorset last year, around 8000 companies were set up – a 23% rise from 2014; with only 3729 companies ceasing trade. This huge increase and only a 3.4% decrease in companies closed down has put Dorset 18th in the National Rankings – up from 20th. The majority of companies were formed in Poole; with
Over half of employees in the UK feel that in order to get a considerable rise in pay, they must leave their current employer and find work elsewhere. A survey of more than 4,000 employees across the UK, USA, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland and The Netherlands found that 47% of employers do not allow employees
Research carried out by ADP has found that UK employees are less proficient in basic literacy and numeracy skills than other European Countries. The research was carried out on over 11,000 people across Europe. 11.6% of UK employees feel they need additional training in numeracy, while 14.3% feel they need to improve their written communication
There is an endless battle between the sexes regarding pay. It has been reported by Trade Unions Congress that there is a significant pay gap for employees with vocational qualifications young women are earning 15% less than men with comparable qualifications. Men aged between 22 and 30 who obtain a vocational qualification above GCSE earn
New research published by Penna on 31st March 2016 has shown that almost two-thirds of employees say a lack of career progression would be enough to make them start looking for a new job. A third of people have said their company does not provide people management training for their managers and due to this
The Government have announced they are funding a multi-million pound investment in degree apprenticeships. Degree apprenticeships allow students to receive a full Bachelor’s or Master’s degree while still working. Universities including Queen Mary’s University London and Sheffield University have partnered with employers such as TFL, Nestlé and BAE systems. £8 million will be used to
A survey carried out by XpertHR states that private-sector employers are expecting to give employees a pay rise of just 2%. Employers were asked about their planned pay rise for between March 2016 and February 2017, more than a quarter are expected to be 2% and half of pay rewards will be between 1.5% and
Good candidates are hard to find at the moment and they’re not hanging around long either, they’re being snapped up like hot cakes. Employers may find it even harder if Britain decide to leave the European Union too. Research published today by Manpower, have shown that the UK’s hiring intentions were the highest at the
When you’ve applied for dozens of jobs, actually landing an interview can seem like a major accomplishment. And it is. But don’t just be happy to get an interview – work hard to make sure you nail the interview. Here are our top Interview Tips to ensure you shine: Attire: it is always hard to
New research from the Association of Graduate Recruiters highlights that the key to top talent retention is internships. Recent graduates are more likely to stay with a company if they have partaken in an internship with the company, and they are more likely to stay longer than those who haven’t done an internship. Nearly 200
Everyone is so used to doing some extra hours during the week, but how much do you think that adds up to? Reports today from Trade Union Congress have stated that over 5 million Britons work an entire day extra per week. Last year Britons racked up £31.5billion in unpaid overtime. The Trade Union Congress
A lot of people tend to struggle when it comes to the ‘Do you have any questions for me?’ stage of the interview. Don’t panic. The interview process is a two-way street. You are interviewing the prospective employer just as much as they are interviewing you. This ensures you are both a good fit for
The 2016 job market has started off with a bang! Recent figures reported by recruitment consultants across the South of England state that there has been a slow but steady increase in the permanent placements of candidates in January 2016. New data from January has indicated an increase in vacancies. The demand for permanent candidates
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All across the recruitment industry, everyone’s asking: “Where have all the quality candidates gone?” Filling vacancies with excellent candidates is seemingly getting harder and harder – but why? Times have changed – and so has the job market. Candidates aren’t just sticking to the same career path anymore; on average, people change jobs 10 –
More than 80% of businesses are unaware of the fines they could risk for not paying the Minimum Wage as it rose by 20p an hour on 1st October, it is claimed. A survey by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills found 81% of bosses in the South West did not realise they
