Road Safety Week 2024 – Safe Roads, Stronger Teams

🚦 Road Safety Week 2024: Safe Roads, Safer Workplaces 🚦 From 17th to 23rd November, organisations across the UK will unite for Road Safety Week, highlighting the critical need for safer roads. At Howard James Recruitment, we’re embracing this opportunity to promote workplace safety, especially for employees who drive as part of their roles. Every…

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🌹 The Story Behind the Unknown Warrior 🌹

The idea to bury an unknown soldier in a place usually reserved for Royalty and notables came from a chaplain on the frontlines, the Reverend David Railton. In 1916, Revd. Railton noticed a grave in a garden at Armentières, which was marked with the words “An Unknown British Soldier”. In August 1920, he wrote to the Dean of Westminster,…

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Get Ready for England vs Australia in the Autumn Rugby International!

🏉 Get ready for a rugby showdown! England takes on Australia in the Rugby Autumn Internationals, and we’re excited to see some incredible teamwork, resilience, and strategy on the field – qualities we value just as much in recruitment. Just like in rugby, finding the right fit is all about understanding strengths, anticipating moves, and…

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Remember, remember, the 5th of November!

Remember, remember, the 5th of November! Bonfire Night is just around the corner, marking the historic night in 1605 when Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament. This bold (if misguided) attempt to change things through firework-worthy action may make some of us wonder – should we have…

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Could Ruben Amorim Be the Man for Manchester United?

Could Ruben Amorim Be the Man for Manchester United? Ruben Amorim could be the breath of fresh air Manchester United desperately needs, but is the famed ‘poisoned chalice’ of Old Trafford too risky? If he succeeds, he could be hailed as a saviour and inspire a legacy at United. However, there’s a flip side: if…

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Halloween Hiring Horror Stories

🎃👻 Hiring Horror Stories? Not on Our Watch! 👻🎃 Are you tired of hiring ghouls who ghost after a week? Or scared stiff by a CV that’s all tricks and no treats? It’s the spooky season, but at Howard James Recruitment, we’re all about banishing those hiring horrors and summoning top talent to keep your…

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💼 The UK Government’s New Budget – A Trick or Treat? 💼

💼 Dreading the Upcoming Budget on the 30th? So Are We! 💼 With Labour’s budget looming, recruitment professionals and businesses alike are bracing for what Rachel Reeves might announce. Her plans so far haven’t exactly inspired confidence for companies looking to hire and grow in the UK. Higher taxes and tighter regulations could spell fewer…

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Autumn Business Growth:

The Secret to Getting Ahead Before the Year Ends As autumn settles in, many businesses are reflecting on their year and planning for the future. 🍂 Now is the ideal time to ensure your team is ready to tackle the busy months ahead and hit those all-important year-end goals. Whether you’re looking for temporary staff…

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Autumn Hiring:

The Secret to Getting Ahead Before the Year Ends As autumn settles in, many businesses are reflecting on their year and planning for the future. 🍂 Now is the ideal time to ensure your team is ready to tackle the busy months ahead and hit those all-important year-end goals. Whether you’re looking for temporary staff…

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How to Avoid Recruitment Scams: Essential Tips for Job Seekers

How to Stay Safe from Recruitment Scams: A Guide for Job Seekers As the job market grows increasingly competitive, more and more job seekers turn to online platforms to find their next career move. Unfortunately, the rise of digital recruitment has also led to a growing number of scams targeting vulnerable candidates. At Howard James…

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