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For both job seekers and HR professionals, interesting recruitment trends emerged in 2018. You’ve probably already heard that we’re in a candidate’s market and the most talented job seekers are in high demand, but what does this mean for any of us? How do you know what candidates are looking for, and what challenges recruiters…

Workplace diversity is a huge topic in the world of recruitment, as human resource departments struggle to find a balance between inclusion and talent acquisition. While the benefits of a diverse workplace stretch far and wide, dedicated strategies are often needed to attract a varied range of candidates. Let’s take a look at some of…

Choosing to change careers can feel exciting and scary in equal measures. If your motivation is to enter a job that feels like the right fit, you’re about to carve out a happier future. At the same time, you’re probably considering just how much effort it takes to move from one role to another. According…

MAYDAY Recruitment, launched by three former Julia Ross recruiters, has grown to 12 staff in its first 18 months despite two of its co-founders taking parental leave in the same period. After going their separate ways following Ross Human Directions’ acquisition by Chandler Macleod, Imogen Hermesmeier, Katrina Penman and Joanna Ward reconnected to start the white-collar recruitment business, focused on filling what they…

Mentoring in the workplace is vital for companies who are serious about their long-term success. Successful employees thrive under effective leadership, and diligent mentoring has been shown to improve employee retention rates. Here at MAYDAY, on the advice of our General Manager, Lynne Johnston, we’ve launched the MAYDAY Director Mentor Program, whereby we match every employee with a Company…