CASE STUDY: Reigniting a Career in Reward

Background: After four years in a junior-level Reward role at a large organisation, “James” felt stuck. Despite building up a strong foundation of experience on incentive design including annual bonus schemes, LTIPs and STIPs and remuneration benchmarking, opportunities for internal progression were non-existent. Promotions seemed reserved for external hires, and his input was increasingly overlooked.…

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CASE STUDY: Hiring the Right Talent

The Employer: A leading professional services firm with a specialist division dedicated to Reward advisory. Their clients range from mid-sized businesses to FTSE-listed companies, all relying on expert guidance around Reward Strategy, Equity Plans, Employee Incentives and Executive Compensation. The Challenge: As demand for their services grew, the firm needed to expand the team —…

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The Role of AI in Recruitment and Employment Practices

A study by Totaljobs casts a spotlight on the changing landscape of UK workplaces and recruitment strategies, underscored by the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI). With a noticeable trend toward leveraging AI for productivity enhancements, an in-depth exploration of its expanding role in the recruitment process becomes essential.   Calls for Transparency and AI…

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Navigating the Future: Artificial Intelligence and Employment Law in the UK

In the swiftly evolving landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a pivotal force, reshaping not only our daily interactions but also the very fabric of the workplace. A recent exploration by the House of Commons Library into AI’s role within employment sectors underscores both the transformative potential and the intricate legal challenges…

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The Evolving Landscape of AI in UK Workplaces and Recruitment Practices

A recent study by Totaljobs illuminates the shifting dynamics within UK workplaces and recruitment strategies, largely attributed to the burgeoning role of artificial intelligence (AI). With a notable trend of employers leaning towards AI for enhancements in productivity, it’s crucial to delve into its burgeoning impact on the recruitment landscape.   Workers’ Demand for Transparency…

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Insolvency in 2023 – business restructuring

The insolvency profession is facing a crossroads due to regulatory upheaval, recruitment, and skills challenges, despite its potential to benefit from the growing need for post-pandemic business turnaround and insolvency expertise. Government support measures, including furlough and Bounce Back Loan schemes, minimised the business fallout from the pandemic while masking the true scale of failing…

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Insolvencies Rise in the UK – insolvency service jobs

The outlook for the UK economy is a hot topic at the moment and certainly one that is full of doom and gloom. A recent article in The Financial Times suggested that 2023 will see corporate insolvencies peak at a higher level than the last financial crisis in 2008. A market laboured with rising inflation…

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