Read interesting blogs on essential topics as part of the Langley James blog.
For candidates, we share insights on how to create the best CV and prepare for the perfect IT interview, among other things.
For companies looking to recruit in IT, learn more about IT recruitment trends, market insight and more.
Recruiting Facts and Stats for 2022
Recruiting over the last 12 months has been an interesting ride. Remote working, skills shortages and record numbers of vacancies has all had an impact. But as we creep ever closer to the end of 2021, what will next year bring? We’ve scoured the market to find the most important recruiting facts and stats you need to know for 2022.
Should you Recruit Before Christmas?
Should you recruit before Christmas? It’s a question no doubt on a lot of hiring managers minds right now. Do you wait until the New Year? Or do you go out to market now? Which is more likely to give you the best IT candidates?
Why You Should Never Give a Counter Offer
Someone just handed in their notice. It’s a complete surprise and now you’re stuck. Should you counter offer? Persuade them to stay? WE share our advice.
UK Report on Jobs – October 2021
Recruitment activity slows slightly, hampered by candidate shortages. Staring salaries and contract pay both increase at record rates and vacancy growth remains robust, but softens since September.
The Benefits of Offering Hybrid Working
When it comes to attracting candidates, the benefits of offering hybrid working are something you should consider. As we all return to spending more time in the office, is it necessary to have your team on site for 5 days? We appreciate that some roles in IT are hard to perform remotely. However, it still seems that most candidates are looking for flexibility and some for of hybrid working.
UK Report on Jobs – September 2021
Hiring activity rises sharply again amid robust demand for staff. Unprecedented increases in starting pay for permanent and contract workers, as candidate supply falls at near-record pace.
The 5 Highest Paying IT Jobs in 2021
Want to know which are the highest paying IT jobs in 2021? Salaries are big news in IT right now, but which IT jobs pay the most? Find out in our blog.
Top 4 Tips for Hiring the Right Employee in IT
Hiring the right employee is key to the success of your business. But in a skills crisis you may find yourself having to be a little more flexible than in previous years. However, there are still some key things you need to look for when hiring.
UK Report on Jobs – August 2021
Hiring activity growth accelerates again in August, but candidate supply drops at a record pace. This and more in our August Report on Jobs.
6 Reasons to Choose Langley James as Your IT Recruitment Partner
With vacancies above pre-pandemic levels and unemployment at an almost record low, it’s important to choose your IT recruitment partner carefully. You need to partner with someone who knows the market. Someone who knows how to find excellent candidates in times of a skills shortage.