The future impact of the UK skills shortage looks bleak unless as a country we can train a generation of young people to fill these skills shortages. The UK Government has said the skills shortages in this country are “of such long standing and such intractability that only the most radical actions can redress them”. In…
Candidates often ask us how important are job references when applying for roles. Our answer is they can cost you a job offer! Make sure you leave a job on good terms, you may need your former employer sometime in the future to provide a reference and you want it to be good. It may sound scary that…
Friday was a very unusual day for most of us but we had our annual company summer party booked and we still managed merriment and to have fun. Most importantly we bonded as a team. This is essential for 2i as well as all other businesses. We outline 10 ways socialising with colleagues is good for…
First of all what is ghosting? It’s the term used when someone suddenly cuts off all contact and ‘disappears’. It can happen to candidates and to recruiters. It’s a hot topic at the moment as it seems to be increasing in frequency in the recruitment industry. Let us explain ghosting: the new trend in recruitment…
It’s that time of year again, you are in the middle of your exams and may not be thinking about applying for jobs yet but now is the perfect time! Read our tips for upcoming graduates & college leavers now to make sure you are one step ahead of the competition. Tips for Upcoming Graduates…
This week we thought we’d give you a little sneak peek into a day in the life of a 2i Recruit Consultant! To start off with it’s worth mentioning that recruitment is an incredibly competitive job; we don’t get paid for a job until we deliver. So it’s very important that we deliver the right, quality candidates…
Most of us love Bank Holidays, as for the large majority of us, it means time off work. So who do we have to thank for extra days relaxing at home or seeing friends and family? Where do bank holidays originate from? Well the clue is in the name, let us guide you through the…
Digital communication, including instant chat, is a part of daily life for many of us and many use these platforms while at work. However do you know that your employer may have a right to look at your private messages if they have certain rules? Private messages at work can legally be read by employers….
As part of our February #loveyourjob campaign we are taking a look at the latest UK employee happiness survey. A recent report has been published that surveyed UK employees to find out why they were unhappy in their current jobs and what would improve their happiness. The Latest UK Employee Happiness Survey – Reasons For…
We are assuming you have already heard about the pension auto enrolment scheme that is being rolled out across the UK. At 2i Recruit we are enrolling our employees in February. If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed by your responsibilities with the scheme, read this article on the pension auto enrolment simplified in 6 steps. We have…
