An award-winning recruitment start-up is shunning experienced recruiters in favour of graduates, who it says more willingly embrace the HR-consultancy model agencies now need for sustainable success. read more
A data-driven HR function will transform the way companies recruit, but businesses don't have to hire "a bunch of PhD data scientists" to build an effective analytics team, according to global talent management expert Josh Bersin. read more
The Australian market's distinct lack of recruitment blogging presents an opportunity for agencies to get a step up on their competitors, according to industry trainer Ross Clennett. read more
Technology has radically reshaped the way recruitment is done, however three long-time recruiters say it is impossible for it ever to replace the crucial human element of the process. read more
Hire for who candidates can become, not who they are now: Cirque du Soleil.... Can agency recruiters "cross over"?.... Accountant fails to overturn dismissal for side-stepping hiring policy.... Board directors anticipate growth, hunt for sales skills.... Recruiters urged to discuss talent supply chain with clients.... OneShift and Aspect Personnel poll in Hot 30 list. read more
Temp-recruitment success requires a good mix of cross-selling and cooperation between consultants, which traditional remuneration approaches don't encourage, says industry trainer Sophie Robertson. read more
The rec-to-rec industry is largely moving away from traditional two-manager reference checks and towards more informal checks through social media and professional networks, say rec-to-recs. read more
Heidrick & Struggles partner joins CTPartners.... Brooklyn International diversifies into medical.... New healthcare recruitment boutique in Sydney.... Online shopping a future job factory.... Minimum wage rise a "body blow" to businesses.... Rec-to-recs open up recruiter census.... RCSA consultant event heads to NZ. read more