Let’s explore the changes coming the the UK labour market, and the Impact it will have on HR functions within SMEs the key changes & how they impact businesses: Zero-Hour Contracts Labour plans to end exploitative zero-hour contracts, giving workers contracts that reflect their actual hours. If your business relies on casual or zero-hour workers ..read more

“What is the company culture like?” As we all know, workplace cultures play an enormous part in whether people stay or leave after a short period, and this has to do with how they are made to feel, especially in the early days.   Are you equipped? Informed? Trusted? Well Trained? Do you understand what is ..read more

Learning & Development (L&D) professionals have had it tough over the past 12-18 months, with many roles being made redundant and even entire teams and functions being cut to save costs in a turbulent market. As a specialist HR recruiter, I have however seen an upward trend in the number of L&D roles in the ..read more

The question that often arises is – what does the future hold for Interim Management? Let’s break it down… The Changing Landscape of Global Economies In the face of inconsistent global economies, shifting geopolitical environments, and the growing integration of Artificial Intelligence, the strategy, structure, and execution of business models are constantly evolving. Interim Management, with ..read more

This summary delves into the various aspects of the HR recruitment landscape, highlighting key trends, challenges, and future projections. The report covers: Economic Context and Its Impact Evolving Workforce Norms Technological Advancements Skills in Demand Political Landscape and Upcoming Elections Sectors Competing for HR Talent Challenges in the HR Recruitment Market Trend Towards Interim Talent Future Projections Click here to download your free copy The demand for skills in talent acquisition, DE&I, employee well-being, and HR technology is on the rise, and organisations are ..read more

Aisha Barnes explores the pros and cons… In the competitive world of recruitment, the question of whether to advertise salaries in job adverts is a contentious one. While some argue that it attracts the right candidates and saves time, others worry about the potential drawbacks such as limiting negotiation potential and attracting salary-focused candidates. Should you advertise the salary in your Job Ads? I’ve had several conversations with both candidates & clients about their views on Advertising salary on job adverts. Most were in favour of the salary being advertised, so why are there ..read more

There are significant benefits to using flexible talent to deliver impactful projects. We want you to feel empowered to utilise outside IR35 resources in your business. Businesses and organisations that engage with Interims can be over-cautious when establishing whether a role should be deemed inside or outside IR35 (blanket bans on outside contractors for example). We’ve summarised some key considerations and benefits… To access our IR35 Top Tips – from our strategic partner, Mark Coulson (MCIPS) at IR35 Pro, click the link below to download your copy. Download your copy ..read more

The right interim can bring valuable experience, skills, and expertise that can help your organisation move forward. Encompassing HR Heads, Heads Resourcing Group has continued to see huge demand from clients looking to bring in short to medium-term support. Our expert consultants within the interim management team can help to find a solution. Jen Gaster explores three ways to attract the best HR interims: Offer competitive daily rates: One of the most effective ways to attract talented HR interims is to offer competitive daily rates. Interims are highly skilled professionals who are in dem ..read more

Putting People First | Strategic HR for Business Success With a distinguished career that spans both national and international landscapes, including senior positions at one of the UK’s largest supermarket chains, Sally-Ann brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table. In this interview, she shares her vision for Reality HR, and outlines key strategies for people professionals navigating today’s complex HR landscape. About The Author Sally-Ann’s HR Journey Sally-Ann’s career in HR has been defined by a consistent dedication to nurturing talent and leveraging strategic people managem ..read more

With the constant talk about the looming election in the UK, the economy and business activity is coming sharply under the microscope. Many are talking about the changing nature of work and the workforce that will be required to support that ambition, and as such much is being discussed about flexible talent resources. Specialist Talent Specialist and professional interims are typically used for one of 2 reasons; capacity within the existing workforce is too stretched and additional resource is required, or the capability to complete a specific project is not held within the existing team. It ..read more