The government is heavily reliant on the private sector to create jobs. But with so many applicants for each vacancy, where should businesses look to bolster their teams and find the best quality?
New rules safeguarding the rights of temporary workers come into effect in the autumn. Are employers prepared for the legislation and will they benefit?
Directors are shaping tomorrow's workplaces with an array of training and mentoring schemes for young people. The initiatives also help to motivate and retain their own staff
In a crowded jobs market, internships offer valuable work experience, but unpaid placements can put employers in a bad light. What is the right strategy for directors?
I lead a customer services team at the head office of an advertising company. We are always very busy, but I want my team to be more inspired and creative. How can I achieve this?
Few directors make the journey from HR boss to chief executive despite a rising demand for leaders with strong people skills. But boardroom scepticism may be waning as the two roles move closer together
Ballroom dancing lessons, free dry-cleaning and indoor golf... creative staff benefits are good for morale and the bottom line. Here are 10 golden rules
From brushing up the traditional CV to a full embrace of online networking, especially LinkedIn, we look at how executives can boost their chances of landing a rewarding role in a steadily recovering jobs market
More than a third of bosses suffered anxiety as they battled through recession. But experts agree stress is bad for business. So how do you create a healthier workplace?
As signs of economic revival emerge, small firms are being urged to recruit skilled employees before the upturn takes hold, but where do they find fresh talent?
First Direct staff answer thousands of queries a day in a vast call centre... yet the online bank tops polls for employee loyalty. Why are its workers so highly motivated?
Recession plus redundancy equals risk for ill-prepared directors. But if you tick all the right boxes when handling job losses you'll avoid a costly day in court
Cherished workplace benefits are being lost in the battle to control costs and save jobs. But employers need to be creative when cutting perks or face a damaging loss of staff morale
As global economic turmoil spreads, protectionist murmurings are straining relations among EU member states and testing the idea of flexible labour in a single market
While some companies are freezing pay to avoid job cuts, others have no choice but to axe employees. Which means more directors are seeking to become consultants, freelancers or portfolio workers. We offer advice for directors going solo
Poor performers can eat away at a company's bottom line and affect the morale of the rest of the team. During an economic downturn, this exposes companies to greater risks. It's time for managers to tackle underperformers
The number of climate change-related jobs in the workplace is growing, which means more UK boardrooms could be welcoming a corporate social responsibility director to the table. But is this phenomenon a must-have or a flash in the pan?
With a different approach to employment, the government could give former prisoners a better chance of succeeding in the outside world—and save millions at the same time, says Jo Owen
Exaggeration, embellishment, deception and even fraud. Some people will stop at nothing to get a job. So how can a small business, without time and money for lengthy selection processes, be sure a candidate is telling the truth?
In an effort to tighten border control, the government has introduced new rules for migrant workers from outside the EU. What do they mean for employers?
The rights of women, gay men and lesbians are enshrined in law. But are they respected at work? Al Senter finds that the attitudes of business have been a little slow to keep up with legislation
A new quality mark—Star Social Firm—recognises organisations with excellent business practices and high-quality employment opportunities for disabled people
While we all enjoy a good rant about silly health and safety regulations, directors must recognise the need to take staff and customer safety seriously
Employees are choosing to work from home in ever increasing numbers. So what can you do to make the office a more desirable and productive place to work?
HR professionals expound the benefits of taking part in initiatives that highlight how nice you are as an employer. But how much impact does this have on the bottom line?
