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From today (Thursday 1st March), Jobsite branding will exclusively appear on the back of over 3 million train tickets bought in key locations across the UK, encouraging workers to visit Jobsite on their mobile during their commute

The REC’s February JobsOutlook shows the temp to perm score rising two points in January to its highest level yet. This underlines the crucial stepping role that temporary placements can provide for workers. The ability to take staff on tried and tested staff is also one of the many benefits the agency work provides for employers

In a lecture to be delivered this evening (Wednesday 29 February) to the Yorkshire HR Directors Forum in Leeds, Dr John Philpott, Chief Economic Adviser at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), will argue that even a relatively modest economic recovery in 2012 could see UK unemployment stabilise at around the current rate of 8.4%, while a stronger recovery has the potential to result in a sudden sharp fall in the jobless total

To hire staff it costs money in terms of external spend and internal staffing. With estimates from the REC of approximately £25 billion being spent on temporary and permanent recruitment in 2012, and rising to £31 billion by 2015, the question that needs to be asked is: “Is this money being spent wisely?"

This week IT pros will watch on as the latest innovations in the mobile industry are showcased at the Mobile World Congress

Specialist global ICT recruiter Penta Consulting is celebrating its highest ever position in The Sunday Times Best 100 Small Companies to Work for awards. Against a highly competitive entry of over 500 SMEs Penta is ranked 13 this year

True North Human Capital Ltd. today confirmed the appointment of Natalie O’Shaughnessy to the post of Head of Executive Search. O’Shaughnessy, who joined the company in 2009 has successfully grown the Digital and Marketing Practises within the company to a point where True North is now respected as one of the leading providers of executive talent in the digital arena

The GradWeb team are raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support. The gruelling challenge will demand teamwork, grit, and determination

Today, the Colourthon is pleased to announce that it is officially open for business online and fun walkers are encouraged to visit the website (www.colourthon.org) and register to walk in the 7th July event

Businesses need to prepare for deluge of CVs, warns Taleo, as unemployment soars

The survey - by Manpower - discovered that only one in every five employers had any plans to hire staff within the next three months

Right Management, the talent and career management experts within ManpowerGroup, have integrated their Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Wellness and Productivity solutions under the new name of Right Management Workplace Wellness™

Video recruitment specialist Meet The Real Me has revolutionised the way employers connect with job seekers with the unveiling of its new, cutting-edge website – including enhancements to its flagship ‘e-me,’ a unique online video profile that showcases a candidate’s personality alongside their qualifications and experience

Ochre House, the recruitment process outsourcing specialist, has acquired the two leading strategic resourcing firms in the Middle East and North Africa, TAAHEED and Carmichael Fisher

GatenbySanderson, a leading executive recruiter, has announced two new Partners joining the organisation as part of its long term growth plan