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Unemployment in biggest annual fall since 1988

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates

Unemployment fell by 468,000 from July 2013 to July 2014, the biggest year-on-year decrease since 1988, according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

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Attitude is the most important factor in employment

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates

A recent survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation has found that attitude is the most important factor for employers in the selection process.

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Communication most valued graduate skill, say SME employers

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates

More than two-thirds (69%) of SME employers consider good communication a key skill for graduates, according to research by Marbella International University Centre (MIUC).

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European Funded Sales Training

by Richard Hayden

/ Employers

One of our Business Partners, Action Training is running Sales Fundamental Workshops in September which is part funded through the European Social Fund.

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SMEs in record-breaking hiring growth, says CBI report

by Richard Hayden

/ Employers

 Small businesses are increasing recruitment at the fastest rate since 1998, according to the CBI SME Trends Survey.

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Strong graduate market drives up salaries

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates, Employers

Average salary growth doubled month-on-month in June, driven by a strongly performing graduate market, according to research by recruitment company Adzuna.

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Graduate vacancies up by 17% in 2014

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates, Employers

The number of vacancies for graduates has increased by 17% in 2014, with strong growth in financial services, according to research by the Association of Graduate Recruiters (AGR).

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UK is the third most desirable job market worldwide, research finds

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates, Employers

The UK has the third most desirable job market worldwide, with one in 10 searches for UK jobs coming from international jobseekers, a report has found.

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Four in 10 finance professionals look to move 'within six months'

by Richard Hayden

/ Candidates

 More than four in 10 (43%) employees in the financial services sector are planning to find a new role within the next six months, according to research by financial recruiters Sellick Partnership.

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Employers News Round Up

by Richard Hayden

/ Employers

As an employer, it's always important to keep up to date with Employment Law updates or any proposed changes, so you can keep ahead of the game and plan accordingly.

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