Career Advice
Can a successful recruitment career fit into three days a week? Lorna McCabe shares her experience of working part-time at Ascent and why fewer hours don’t mean less commitment.
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Changing career at 35 can feel daunting, particularly when you have no degree or relevant industry experience. Five years ago, that was exactly where I found myself. This is what happened when I took the leap and started a new career. Miserable. Depressed. Trapped. This is how I felt five years ago. I had been […]
Recruitment Advice
Attracting top-tier talent in the consultancy space requires more than just a job spec and a CV review. A well-planned interview process not only helps you assess candidates effectively but also sells your firm to the very individuals you want to bring in. In a competitive market, where candidates often have multiple offers, your interview […]
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By Josh Bayford Disclaimer – This is my view, I wanted to avoid more AI generated dribble and just give my take. If you don’t know what Shared Parental Leave (SPL) is, you are not alone. Stats show nearly half of all Dads in the UK were not even aware it existed. Simply and ambiguously […]
Recruitment Advice
As firms experiment with new ways to bring the best candidates on board, online tests are rising in popularity. Whether organisations want to analyse job seekers’ decision-making skills or learn more about their cognitive abilities, candidates are being put through their paces to demonstrate their aptitude for roles. The pros and cons of online tests […]
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The last few years have been a whirlwind for the consulting industry, as the initial post-COVID hiring boom gave way to a long period of economic uncertainty. However, there are signs of a shift on the horizon. The recent change in UK government (along with a upcoming change in the US) has fuelled anticipation of […]
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The consulting landscape is constantly evolving. While you may have thrived in the past taking a generalist approach to your career moves, today’s market demands a more targeted strategy to help you land that dream role. Although it can seem like consultancies are constantly reaching out to top talent, recent trends suggest a shift. Recruiters […]
Recruitment Advice
By Megan Tibby, Consultant, Ascent Professional Services. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are crucial aspects of modern recruitment. It’s not just about creating a fair hiring process; it’s about allowing your consultancy to reach its full potential with a diverse workforce that fuels innovation and success. In this blog post, I will be outlining the practical […]