The Federal Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Kevin Andrews, has called on the recruitment industry to play a bigger role in solving the skills shortage by encouraging diverse recruitment practices. He also announced that the Independent Contractors Bill will be introduced into Parliament next month. read more
A national report into employment and disability by HREOC calls on the recruitment industry to play a more pro-active role in lifting the workforce participation rate of disabled people. read more
Hudson has launched a new division to help employers introduce and develop jobsharing programs and to provide jobshare candidates where required. read more
The Federal Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Kevin Andrews, has warned employers not to depend on skilled migrants as a solution to their labour needs because worldwide competition for workers is set to accelerate in the next few years. read more
EOWA calls on recruitment industry to help lift female workplace participation; New report shows staff feel under-valued in recruitment process; HJ&B creates new forum for senior HR leaders; RCSA launch new online directory; and Hudson expands talent management arm with new acquisition and coo. read more
Candle has made its third acquisition this financial year, with the purchase of Melbourne-based executive search specialist Lloyd Morgan for an estimated $6 million. read more
Korn/Ferry profit up 25%; Michael Page shares hit new highs; Employers improving OHS reputation to attract top talent; and Government targets independent contractors legislation for early in the new year. read more
Recruitment process outsourcing provider, Alexander Mann Solutions (AMS) has ambitious expansion plans for Asia Pacific, and in the longer term expects this region to be as big or bigger than its European operations. read more
Manpower's Defence Force Recruiting is now worth $46 million a year, while Australia Post, DIMIA and Telstra are the next largest Federal Government recruitment clients, according to an analysis of recruitment expenditure. read more
By introducing a range of recruitment metrics, Deloitte has significantly improved its hiring processes and reduced its reliance on recruitment companies by 75%. read more