The Recruitment Consultancy
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The Recruitment Consultancy

Advice and information for employers and business leaders on HR, recruitment, legal and compliance topics. Articles covering useful guidance on hiring, people management, workplace obligations and government developments that may affect employers.

HR challenges in Surrey & Sussex | What HR professionals are facing in 2026

HR professionals in Surrey and Sussex are being pulled in multiple directions, balancing business pressure, recruitment challenges and employee expectations. Here’s what we are seeing and how HR teams are managing it.

May 5th, 2026|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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Why does hiring feel so difficult in 2026?

You would expect hiring to feel easier with more candidates on the market, but for many businesses, it is not. Applications are up, but quality and relevance are not. In this blog, we look at what is really happening in the 2026 job market and why finding the right people still takes time, experience and the right approach.

April 2nd, 2026|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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How to attract top talent in Surrey and Sussex

Whether the market favours candidates or employers, success comes down to how well you attract top talent. This article shares practical advice for Surrey and Sussex businesses on building a clear, consistent recruitment process that strengthens your brand and helps you secure the right people in any market.

November 13th, 2025|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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Embracing diversity: recruiting and managing a diverse workforce

Unlock powerful strategies for managing ADHD, menopause, and mental health in the workplace. Transform your HR practices to create a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment with insights from leading experts.

September 1st, 2025|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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The benefits of managing temporary workers in today’s competitive market

Hiring a temporary employee can act as a last-minute lifesaver for your business if you need help, such as if you've had a sudden departure in your team or you have a peak in workload and need extra support. This means that hiring temporary staff can have an immediate impact on your business from the get-go.

August 31st, 2025|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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Recruiting the future workforce: Recognising and nurturing Gen Z talent for success

Generation Z, or Gen Z, currently accounts for about 2 billion of the world’s population and represents 27 per cent of the workforce and is poised to be the largest generation in the workplace by 2035. This will undoubtedly have an impact on the way employers seek to attract and retain new talent. So, how adaptable are we being – and how aware are we of the positive contributions this generation can bring to our businesses?

December 15th, 2024|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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Supporting mental health in the workplace

Today, mental health has become an increasingly important issue in our society, and rightly so. It affects every aspect of our lives, from our personal relationships to our professional performance. In particular, mental health in the workplace is a concern that cannot be ignored. It is, therefore, crucial for every business to understand its role in supporting the mental health of its employees.

October 31st, 2024|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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The Budget demystified: Key takeaways from The Surrey & Sussex HR Forum seminar.

In late October 2024, Rachel Reeves delivered her Autumn 2024 Budget and we asked Steve Herbert to explain the practical implications of this announcement to the members of The Surrey & Sussex HR Forum at their recent (and very well-attended) seminar alongside the learned Mike Cole from Pennington Manches Cooper.

October 31st, 2024|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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A New Deal for Working People – a new era for employment law.

We look at some of the key employment law reforms outlined in Labour’s New Deal for Working People. Our latest blog looks at a few of the proposed changes, including bans on zero-hour contracts and enhanced protections against unfair dismissal. Understand the benefits and challenges for both workers and employers. Join our HR forum to keep informed.

July 19th, 2024|Employer and Business Advice, Employment Law and Compliance, HR Advice and Insights|
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Unlocking success: Harnessing the power of gender diversity in business

In today's fast-paced business landscape, it's encouraging to see so many companies recognising and embracing the importance of diversity, through their implementation of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and policies. However, when examining this from a purely business perspective, what are the most compelling reasons for implementing a robust gender-diverse policy?

March 19th, 2024|Employer and Business Advice, HR Advice and Insights|
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