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Recruiters

Monday 4th November 2024
James

The job market is still very much a challenging one as most recruiters would acknowledge. There are no unicorns out there or perfect candidates but there are some really good ones…

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Recruiters - Speed is key

Monday 21st October 2024
James

“INTERVIEWS WILL BE TAKING PLACE IN TWO WEEKS” 2 weeks later Client - “Can we interview all 3 candidates”. Agency - “Unfortunately they have all found…

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Attending Interviews - Ask Questions

Wednesday 9th October 2024
James

It is important if you're scheduled for an interview that you prepare to ask some questions and show that you are fully engaged. Some examples: 1. If…

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Interview Tip

Tuesday 8th October 2024
James

First impressions count: Greet your interviewer with a smile and firm handshake and give eye contact. Try to make small talk during…

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Interview Tip

Thursday 3rd October 2024
James

Attending interviews - love them or hate them they are part and parcel of most recruitment process in all sorts of businesses. When…

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Stuggling to fill a vacancy?

Monday 5th February 2024
James

Do you have a vacancy in your business that you're struggling to fill? James Kay Associates have the expertise to help you find the right candidate for the job,…

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Be first to see the latest jobs

Thursday 19th October 2023
James

Do you want to be the first to see the latest fantastic job opportunities available with James Kay Associates? Like and follow our…

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Talk to the experts

Tuesday 22nd August 2023
James

Candidate - 'I’ve been looking since January and still really struggling with my search, either getting to latter stages or not hearing back’ Recruiter - 'Right, sure we…

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Business Networking Event

Tuesday 4th July 2023
James

The Midlands Business Network Expo is making its debut in Nottingham next month! This exciting event brings together innovative businesses, top-notch exhibitors, keynote business speakers, and…

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65% of businesses in London struggling to recruit

Thursday 22nd June 2023
James

The candidate market is tuff all over the UK and finding the right candidates is of the biggest headaches in many businesses at the…

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Quote of the day - Recruitment Process

Wednesday 21st June 2023
James

"Maintain a positive mindset. Focus on strengths and past successes. Each setback is an opportunity for growth and learning." Trust the process, believe in yourself, and keep…

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National Living Wage Increase

Wednesday 1st March 2023
Author - James

From the 1st April 2023 the National Living Wage is set to increase. The National Living Wage will increase from £9.50 per…

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