Hybrid Work Environment
After the impact of Covid-19 and having to adapt working conditions to cater operating from home, a hybrid work environment seems to be the way of the future. Meaning that employers are offering a combination of in-office and work from home days as part of the standard working week. This level of workplace flexibility is […]
Starting A New Career From Scratch
You may have thought about a fresh start in your career but may not know where to begin. Starting over can feel daunting and can be a big step. Research completed by Seek shows that more than 1 in 3 people switch industries at some point in their lives. With 93% of them being happy […]
5 Recruitment Strategies Tips
Recruiting top talent takes a combination of creativity, diligence, consistency and communication. Here are a few recruitment strategies tips from The Recruitment Alternative to help you attract job seekers, create a great first impression of your company and hire top talent. 1. Treat Candidates Like Customers Whether it is a phone screen or an in-person […]
Job Search Trends For The New Year 2022
As of late the job market has felt less than normal. As we progress into 2022, the career landscape is predicted to be tricky to navigate for both job seekers and employers. Here are some job search trends to be aware of for the New Year in 2022. Some Industries Will Thrive, While Others Will […]
Christmas Recruitment Tips
Christmas is quickly approaching. We are all starting to wind down and look forward to some rest and relaxation after all the Covid drama. However, before you pack up for the year there are some recruitment tips you should consider. Christmas recruitment is beneficial for many businesses, especially to have your team trained and ready […]
Hiring Advice For SME
Being able to maximise your time and keep within an affordable budget is vital for any small to medium business when it comes to recruitment. Here is some hiring advice for your SME from The Recruitment Alternative team: Enticing Job Descriptions Writing enticing job descriptions is crucial to engaging with experienced and qualified candidates. Here […]
Interview Remotely
With lockdowns in place across NSW and VIC you may find yourself in the position of being interviewed remotely. That may be over the phone or Zoom (or other video chat platforms). Although other states may not be in lockdown, you may still find yourself in the position of being virtually interviewed. But, how can […]
Small Business Recruitment Melbourne
Being able to attract, hire and retain great staff is often a key area of frustration of small business owners. Whether you are a small business looking to recruit in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane or Perth you may find yourself relating to these frustrations. How can you recruit top talent without spending a fortune on […]
Job Seeking: Review Multiple Job Boards
To give yourself the best shot at finding your new employment opportunity, it’s important to review multiple job boards during your job-seeking efforts. Many businesses and recruitment agencies will use more than just Seek to share job vacancies. Job Boards To Review Here is a list of the top job boards we recommend reviewing as […]
Affordable Recruitment For Small Businesses
Our value proposition is that you no longer have to pay high prices to source great candidates. Here at The Recruitment Alternative, we offer affordable recruitment services for small businesses. We understand that all businesses essentially want two things from a recruitment agency. The first is great candidates and the second is low cost recruitment […]
What Are Transferrable Skill Sets?
As a job seeker you may hear the term ‘transferrable skills’ discussed in an interview with either a recruitment consultant or hiring manger within an organisation. But what are transferrable skill sets defined as? Transferrable skills refer to a set of your skills and abilities that go beyond your current job role or industry. These […]
Recruitment Tips For Hiring Managers
Finding the right staff members can be challenging. Especially taking into consideration the specific needs of your department and company culture. Unfortunately, your day job doesn’t go on hold while you recruit. Given the significant costs that can come into play when a new hire goes sideways, a hiring manager needs to ensure that they […]
