HR

The HR jobs market on the face of it in 2022 was great. Our business enjoyed a very strong performance and our revenue comes from filling HR roles. It must have been good then?! For sure, it was noticeable that there was a release of pent-up demand after the pandemic. 2022 generally did see a […]

An emotive and potentially controversial topic, but this blog is blue sky crazy thinking… hear me out: As specialist recruiters who recruit into HR departments and Human Capital Management related solutions business, we observe with great interest trends relating to these two spaces. As a by-product of servicing these marketplaces, we talk every day to […]

As I write this, we are about to launch, on the 3rd October, another retained campaign to hire a board level Director position for one of our valued clients. We’ve been retained by several clients to fill their senior HR positions this year and we have delivered to some executive Director, board level requirements. The […]

Everyone is very aware of the cost of living crisis and it is fair to say that we are all feeling the pinch. Inflation is at 9% (likely to be 11%) and as an inevitable consequence, individuals are looking to earn as much as they can. At Andrew James Recruitment Specialist Recruitment, we see this […]

  Everyone knows that the market is both strong and challenging (depending on what side of the fence you fall) right now. If you are looking for a role, then, generally speaking, there is opportunity. If you are hiring, then it is tough. Candidates have lots of choice and often end up with multiple offers. […]

  As I complete on the delivery to a retained campaign to hire a Global Group HR Director for one of my favourite clients, I am left reflecting on how brilliant it has been to talk to a very impressive range of HR Directors throughout the process. It has been a privilege to talk to […]

As I complete on the delivery to retained search to hire a HRD, I am left reflecting on how brilliant it has been to again talk to a very impressive pool of HR Directors. The process has given me the opportunity to talk to some of the most senior HR professionals and I always feel […]

The HR recruitment market is buoyant right now. It is noticeable that there is good levels of new opportunity being created by the marketplace. At the same time, there is a lot of movement. The pandemic has made many reflect. Some have made radical changes, we have seen early retirement and people leaving the profession […]

It is fascinating and encouraging to see how businesses have moved from a state of hibernation 12 months ago, to an ‘all systems go’ state now. 12 months ago, HR Leaders were dealing with lock downs and all that came with it. The most common concern and consideration for many HR leaders now, seems to be […]

Our next HR snap shot is out next week. We interview 50 HR leaders each 1/4 to learn about their focuses, key issues and plans. The snap shot identifies trends and reports back on findings, giving the HR community we hope a unique insight to current considerations and a useful thought leadership tool. This issue […]