The 10 things candidates want from a new position

It’s a candidate’s market, according to recent research from Recruitment and Employment Confederation/IHS Markit – so that means you’re going to need to stand out from the crowd if you’re looking to hire top talent.

The report revealed that candidate availability has fallen at a sharper rate in the second quarter of this year, and many firms are raising salaries in order to make their vacancies look more tempting. However, is this the right approach?

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Brits spend over six years unhappy at work

According to a new report by Hays, titled What Workers Want, based on the replies of over 14,000 workers, there are many things that can attract candidates to a firm.

Whilst most candidates want to work for an employer that has a reputable employer brand (68% of those surveyed) and one that will buy into their personal development (81%) there are some other crucial things that employers can do.