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CV-Library , the UK’s leading independent job board, was awarded ‘Company of the Year’ at the Solent Business Awards last night, recognising the organisation’s impressive financial performance, strategic direction, people, products and services against the continuing backdrop of uncertain economic times.

As one of the biggest players in the SaaS industry for recruitment, Recruitive Software has announced its attendance at this year’s CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition at Manchester Central on the 8th and 9th November.

Responding to the latest ONS labour market figures, Ian Brinkley, Acting Chief Economist at the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development said:

Investing in staff is the secret ingredient to grow a business, say small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). New research from American Express® has found when it comes to growing their business, SMEs believe investing in their staff is key. Nearly a quarter (23%) of firms state that after launching their business, hiring new staff has been their biggest business decision, above choosing suppliers (20%) and investing in technology (19%).

As you’ve probably heard we’re now in the middle of the gig economy, where people are able to take people on for a job rather than for a several month contract. The question is, is this good for your company or isn’t it? Should you continue to use office workers for most of the stuff you’re doing or should you instead jump into the freelance game?

By David Clift, HR Director, totaljobs

On 9th November we have an interactive panel session on the topic of How to Build and Fund Your Job Board Business.

No one can save you or your family, except yourself. That’s why you must make sure about your financial freedom and start earning money today. The more cash you have, the more freedom you’ll enjoy tomorrow and in the years to come.

One in five (19%) UK adults are dissatisfied with their careers, new research has revealed.

58% of UK wouldn’t be comfortable telling their manager about mental health issues

Regional recruitment firm, MSS (Marske Site Services) Recruitment, has rebranded as MSS People in a move that reflects its commitment to placing ‘people’ at the centre of all that they do for their clients, candidates and themselves.

Leading law firm Thorntons was crowned Best Large Employer for a second year running last night at Scotland’s Best Employer Awards 2017.

The big announcement today is that we are now able to offer clients the most modern version of Excel Tests - 2016.

Although the rate of breast cancer diagnoses is rising in Europe, a higher proportion of women are surviving the form of cancer - but returning to everyday aspects of life prove challenging; with many survivors unable to return to work, due to a lack of support and consideration by employers.

When 1,000 recruiters were asked via live polling whether they view the gig economy as ‘friend’ or ‘foe’, 78% chose ‘friend’ and 22% chose ‘foe’, indicating that most recruiters are keen to embrace the opportunities presented by the growing contingent workforce.