The importance of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets in consumer life has been apparent for a number of years now, and the widespread use of such devices has enormous implications for how businesses operate. Thanks to mobile devices, customers can now interact with brands virtually anywhere, leading to…
‘Agile management’ is a term that many would be tempted to file into the ever-bulging cabinet of corporate jargon, not least because of its ready association with digital industries and software development. Yet another impenetrable term to those on the outside, the reality for those in the know is that…
The recruitment landscape in 2013 is nothing if not challenging, and evolving market conditions require new and tighter approaches to such a risky context. Thankfully, Badenoch & Clark’s thought leaders have been constantly strategising for the benefit of clients and candidates alike, sharing knowledge where possible through this Insight blog…
In the last five years, procurement teams have increasingly found themselves having to incorporate risk management into their daily working practices. Mimi Enefiok, procurement consultant for private sector procurement and supply chain at Badenoch and Clark, has interviewed leaders of procurement across the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), oil and gas…
In our monthly series focussing on the demand for certain skillsets within the public sector, we find that zero hour contracts in housing are reflecting tight funding. Elsewhere, donor fundraising specialists are in vogue in charity, and social care needs more project managers. Claire Carter, Badenoch & Clark’s associate director…
As we move into the next quarter, many professionals in procurement are looking for new roles, seeking new challenges and better employment packages. While employees are thinking of changing roles, procurement itself is set to reposition: procurement may evolve to become a strategic business advisor position thanks to heightened awareness…
Nothing has commanded your attention more completely these past few years than qualification. It has dominated most waking moments – the cause of sleepless nights and short temper. Now that qualification is secured, it is important that your focus switches to your next steps if you are keen to progress…
Badenoch & Clark now offers a ‘Quick connection’ recruitment advice podcast. Week by week we offer a range of different topics spanning your job seeking process.…
Writing a good job description, or job specification, is not hard. But it does require a little time and focus. A poor job spec may be too brief or full of irrelevant information, or tell you nothing about the ‘real’ vacancy that needs to be filled.
There are seven main…
Interviewing is a notoriously subjective process, and one that even professional interviewers have to work hard at. Given the importance of getting the right person for a position, it is vital that it is done as professionally and thoroughly as possible.
Taking on the wrong person is expensive in terms…
Organisational working cultures vary greatly between and even within organisations. The information below looks at the factors to consider when looking at organisations in the broad sectors found within many professions.
This guide considers the organisational culture in some of the key sectors that are open to professionals. Click on…
Make no mistake, there are right and wrong ways to resign when leaving a job. Resigning calls for diplomacy, good sense, calm, deep consideration and strength of character. So command your emotions and do what is right for you.
Think before quitting a job
First of all, it’s essential to…
