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PEOPLE

The key to business growth is people by Dan Barfoot , CMD Reruitment

After reading an article saying that there are currently 80,000 jobs on LinkedIn alone , the candidate market won ’ t be changing anytime soon . If anything , the job of recruiters , talent managers and HR to attract talent is certainly going to be tougher .
Some people are now finally realising that there is no magical solution , that the end of furlough certainly didn ’ t see a mass influx of people emerge into the market , and now it ’ s a case of looking at where you sit in the market in the terms of candidate attraction and your offering to retain and grow staff within your business .
We have recently launched our 2022 Salary Guide which covers things such as Employee Value Proposition ( EVP ), holiday allowance and working hours , all of which are becoming increasingly key factors in a candidate ’ s decision-making process for their next career journey .
As people are key to any business and especially to any business growth , if you have plans to grow
anytime soon it could be worth requesting a copy of the 2022 Salary Guide or even booking a call with myself or one of my team . We can support you beyond pure recruitment by advising and consulting on where you sit in the market in relation to being an
employer of choice . With our team having over 100 years ’ experience , we will be happy to share this expertise to work with you and identify where you could tweak your offering to help you have more
appeal in the competitive market .
Gone are the days of placing an advert where you are guaranteed a good level of response and a massive pool of people to filter through . Given the market and timing to recruit , I would highly recommend you plan your
“ Gone are the days of placing an advert where you are guaranteed a good level of response and a massive pool of people to filter through ”
recruitment timelines before you start . Recruitment spread out across a month with three to four interviews will guarantee a high drop out rate with the possibility of being left with no real choice
or having to start the process again , ultimately spending longer recruiting and creating greater financial impact on the company . Alternatively , a strong recruitment plan and use of a trusted recruitment agency from the start could prevent a long and disruptive recruitment process .
So , if you ’ re reading this and currently struggling to recruit then get in touch or request a Salary Guide for some relevant market information .
info @ cmdrecruitment . com 01225 805080

Debbie Boulton becomes Richardson Swift ' s first MD

Accountancy firm Richardson Swift which works across the South West has announced the appointment of its first Managing Director . Debbie Boulton , who has been a Director of the Bath-headquartered firm for seven years , took over the new role this January .
The firm ’ s Co-Founder and her fellow Director Derek Swift said the decision to appoint Debbie had been unanimous among board members .
Derek , said , “ When I first founded the business with Mike Richardson there were only six employees , but it has expanded rapidly over the years and the time has come to have someone in charge who can build on its success and guide it in a more strategic direction .
“ Having worked closely with Debbie , we all felt she had the skills we need , and we are delighted that she has agreed to take on the role .”
The company based in Laura Place , Bath was founded in 2009 . It now employs staff of around 40 and last year acquired Chartered Tax Adviser status in addition to being Chartered Accountants .
“ The best bit of my job is working with growing , aspirational businesses ”
The company has a mix of private and corporate clients . Its directors have a broad range of expertise and pride themselves on working collaboratively with their clients to provide innovative tax solutions .
Debbie joined Richardson Swift in March 2013 , having previously worked for Bishop Fleming and Target Chartered Accountants . She currently leads Richardson Swift ’ s client advisory team and will continue to work closely with clients after her appointment .
Debbie , said , “ The best bit of my job is working with growing , aspirational businesses , helping them to achieve their business and personal financial goals , and becoming a key part of their business . I am looking forward to overseeing the exciting developments we have planned at RS in the next year and beyond .”
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