Most businesses go through periods of change at some point. Sometimes it’s driven by growth and opportunity, and other times by economic pressure, shifting priorities, restructures, or tighter operating conditions. While the type of change may differ, one thing tends to remain consistent: people pay close attention to communication during uncertain periods. When communication is…
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One of the more interesting contradictions in the current market is that many employers are receiving very high application volumes, yet still finding it difficult to identify the right candidate for the role. On the surface, that can seem surprising. If there are so many people applying, why does finding the right fit still take…
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Interviews remain one of the most important parts of the recruitment process, yet many hiring decisions still come down to fairly broad impressions. Comments such as “they interviewed well”, “good communicator”, or “seems like a nice person” are common feedback points after interviews. While those observations can absolutely form part of the picture, they don’t…
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With the volume of candidates currently applying for many roles, it can be tempting to assume businesses now have access to highly experienced people at significantly reduced salary levels. While there is certainly more movement in the market than we’ve seen for some time, the reality is often more nuanced than that. One of the…
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It is clearly an election year, and immigration has taken centre stage in much of the debate running up to the big day in November. Immigration is one of those topics that gets pretty good political traction when you are trying to stir up votes. Unfortunately, the attention tends to focus on the negative, rather…
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This issue examines administration and business support salaries, AI where it counts, and what truly attracts today’s candidates; insights every employer should know.
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In late 2025, the Government announced changes to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) that would eventually see the light of day in August 2026. Last week, further details of those changes were announced, including occupations that would be placed on two new lists (the Red and Amber lists). This article follows on from the last…
AI is becoming part of everyday business operations, from finance and administration through to sales, marketing and customer service. For many organisations, the conversation has moved quickly. It’s no longer about whether AI will be used, but how it fits into the way work gets done. What we’re seeing in the market is that roles…
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Office and administration roles vary widely depending on the scope of the position, the level of responsibility, and how closely the role sits with the day-to-day running of the business. Over time, these roles often evolve, particularly in smaller organisations, where responsibilities can extend beyond traditional administration into coordination, systems, and operational support. Based on…
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From time to time, we hear concerns from employers about someone not meeting expectations, particularly in the early stages of a role. It can be tempting to draw a quick conclusion that the person isn’t the right fit. In some cases, that’s correct. In others, the situation is less clear and worth taking a step…
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