Recruitment 2.0

A huge thanks to our subscribers and regular readers as this year we were named in the Top 100 Recruitment Blogs!

A report from the McKinsey Institute suggests that AI will be responsible for the automation of 800 million jobs globally by 2030, affecting 20% of the UK workforce. Artificial intelligence is, however, also regarded as the ‘biggest commercial opportunity’ for today’s economy. Predictions suggest it could add 10% (c£232 billion) to UK GDP by 2030.

Last week’s further fall in unemployment prompted REC chief executive Kevin Green to warn HR and recruiters of a ‘candidate scarce’ market in the New Year.

This week’s recruitment roundup reveals that one in four people dread the office Christmas party, unemployment has fallen to another record low and asks - could your next boss be an algorithm?

What recruitment trends will help, or hinder, your success in attracting, hiring and retaining talent as we move into 2018?

The skills shortage remains the primary concern of talent leaders and the biggest threat to a successful talent acquisition strategy, affecting both productivity and profit, according to a recent survey[1].

We’re pleased to announce that Kallidus (www.kallidus.com), a leading UK provider of talent and learning management solutions, has acquired Advorto to support the next stage of its growth strategy.

Today’s recruitment roundup reveals the world’s best employers for 2017, the news that UK unemployment has fallen again – and the real reason your staff aren’t performing.

Today’s recruitment roundup reveals the 9 most annoying office phrases, the top 10 UK locations for a pay rise and the huge growth of AI jobs in the UK.

Today’s recruitment roundup reveals 15 science backed tips for your job descriptions, the best UK region for recruitment right now and how to differentiate between Robocop and Snotbot.