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A recruitment agency specialising in fixed term contracts for executive and management roles.

02/08/2024

It might not seem it (based on the weather over the last few weeks) but we are almost halfway through summer.

If you set yourself the goal of finding a new job before September, then now is the perfect time to check out the current vacancies section of our website. We have some really exciting vacancies to fill on behalf of our clients, one of which might just be the career opportunity you have been searching for!

31/07/2024

How many days of annual leave have you taken this year?

Almost all workers in the UK are entitled to 5.6 weeks of annual leave each year. For a full time employee this works out at 28 days leave a year including bank holidays (unless your employer opts to exclude them as part of your holiday allowance, in which case you will have even more days to use).

If your annual leave allocation runs from January to December, then now might be a good time to check how many days holiday you have left unallocated. Whilst you might be able to carry some of these days over into next year's allocation, you will usually need to use all of them by the end of March.

Those of you who have yet to allocate more than 50% of your annual might want to think about making sure you schedule in some time of over the next couple of months. Taking a week or two off work is incredibly beneficial not only for our physical health but also for our mental wellbeing too. No one is too busy to make time for annual leave, especially if you've made it to July without taking a full week off for yourself.

29/07/2024

Vacancy of the Week: Technical Manager, Swindon

Our client, a global supplier of niche electrical-mechanical solutions to sectors such as Aerospace, Defence, Rail, Medical, Automotive and Motorsport is currently searching for a Technical Manager to join their team in Swindon.

You will manage the technical department and work closely with the sales and marketing teams to grow sales by providing prompt and efficient responses to technical enquiries for both new and existing products. This will include the delivery of regular technical and product awareness sessions across the company and working with the Marketing team to create features and benefits content for product promotions.

The ideal candidate will need to have 3-5 years managerial experience within an electrical interconnect-based working environment, with the ability to manage, motivate and inspire team members on a daily basis.

If this sounds like the perfect new career opportunity for you, then please get in touch with our team by emailing your CV and covering letter to: [email protected], quoting job ref. JO00000119

26/07/2024

What changes will the new Labour Government make to the workplace?

In their election manifesto, the Labour Party pledged to change the Low Pay Commission’s remit to ensure that the minimum wage will in future reflect the need for pay to take into account the cost of living. They have also pledged to make flexible working the default from day one for all workers, except where it is not reasonably feasible. Again, this will be welcome news for many people, especially those that currently have to juggle either a part or full time job with looking after their children and covering school holidays.

In last week's King's Speech, the Government also announced that they will introduce a new Employment Rights Bill to ban the ""exploitative"" use of zero-hours contracts and introduce various new workers’ rights promised ahead of the election. A Race Equality Bill will also extend the right to make equal pay claims under the Equality Act to ethnic minority workers and disabled people, and bring in new pay reporting requirements for bigger firms.

24/07/2024

Vacancy of the Week: Sales Account Manager, Tetbury (Gloucestershire)

On behalf of our client, a leading distributor of high quality flexible and specialist cables, fixings and tools for the electrical and construction industries, we are recruiting for a Sales Account Manager to join their team in Tetbury.

You will be joining an established organisation's Internal Sales team and will receive comprehensive product and technical training to excel in key account management and consultative technical sales. This opportunity offers a supportive environment for learning and professional development within the industry, inviting enthusiastic candidates to join a cohesive and goal-oriented team.

Read the full job description: https://www.perfect-candidate.co.uk/sales-acount-manager

22/07/2024

A recent survey by insurance company AXA has found that 60% of adults would like to own their business by the time they reach 30.

63% of Gen Z (born after 1996) have already started their own side hustle or small business with many others already putting plans in place to become their own boss. One of the most common reasons given by Gen Z for starting their business was a need for greater job security in an ever-changing job market.

Were you under 30 when you started your business? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

19/07/2024

If you're currently searching for your next career opportunity then you might like to take a look at the current vacancies section on our website.

On behalf of our varied client list, we are looking for candidates to fill positions across the UK. Or, if you're looking for some specific then why not get in touch with our team to see if we can help?

View our current vacancies: https://www.perfect-candidate.co.uk/vacancies-work-for-us

17/07/2024

Does your dog come to work with you?

Dog ownership increased by about 24% during the pandemic, taking the total number of dogs living in the UK to around 13.5 million (at the last count).

As more of us have returned to the office, many employers and HR Managers are now being asked if employees can bring their pets into the workplace with them. In their recent National Dog Survey, the Dogs Trust found that 55,000 respondents would like to take their dogs to work with them if they were allowed.

There isn't actually any legal requirement in the UK for employees to be able to bring their dogs to work with them. Instead it is very much up to individual employers as to whether they think allowing dogs (or any pets) into the workplace is safe and appropriate for all employees.

Some of the positives of allowing pets into the workplace include: reduced stress; improved mental health and an increase in employee interactions. However, on the flip side employers need to consider whether any employees might be allergic to dogs as well as whether they could provide too much of a distraction.

An even more important factor to consider is whether your dog would actually enjoy being in a busy office all day. For example, is there somewhere quiet where they can go to rest and relax? Do you think they will get on with other office dogs? Is your office near any green spaces so that you can take them for a walk at lunchtime?

Would you take your dog to work with you if you could? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

For helpful advice and tips for taking your dog into work, take a look at this useful guide from the Dogs Trust: https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/dog-advice/life-with-your-dog/outdoors/at-work

15/07/2024

Are you an experienced Sales Account Manager who is looking to take the next step in your Internal Sales Career? If so, then we could have the perfect new career opportunity for you!

Our client, a leading distributor of high quality flexible and specialist cables, fastenings, fixings and tools for the electrical and construction industries, is currently recruiting for a Sales Account Manager to join their team in Tetbury. This is the perfect role for you if you have strong B2B sales experience, ideally consultative and/or technical; enjoy working to sales targets and goals, are always striving to overachieve and are a team player with ‘can do, will do’ positive attitude, determination, and confidence.

In return, this role offers a supportive environment for learning and professional development within the industry, inviting enthusiastic candidates to join a cohesive and goal-oriented team.

To find out more about this exciting new vacancy please visit our website to read the job description: https://www.perfect-candidate.co.uk/sales-acount-manager

12/07/2024

If you're looking for a new career challenge this summer then you might like to take a look at our Current Vacancies.

We are currently looking to fill some fantastic roles across the UK, one of which might just be the perfect opportunity you have been searching for!

View our job vacancies: https://www.perfect-candidate.co.uk/vacancies-work-for-us

10/07/2024

Workplace Trends: Quiet Vacationing

Over the last few years you might have heard a lot about the trend in the workplace for "quiet quitting", but recently a new one has started to emerge, particularly in America, called "quiet vacationing".

As the name might suggest, taking a quiet vacation involves taking a day (or half day) off work without using any of your holiday entitlement. A recent survey by the American market research company The Harris Poll, found that over three quarters of employees did not use their full holiday entitlement, with the average worker only taking 15 days off per year.

One of the main reasons given for not using holiday entitlement, particularly among young workers (61% of Millennials and 58% of Gen Z) is that they get nervous asking their employer if they can use their vacation allowance. This nervousness has led to many workers taking quiet vacationing days instead in order to schedule appointments or just take a break from their daily working schedules.

08/07/2024

Vacancy of the Week: Technical Manager, Swindon

On behalf of our client, a global supplier of niche electrical-mechanical solutions to sectors such as Aerospace, Defence, Rail, Medical, Automotive and Motorsport, we are currently looking for a Technical Manager to join their team in Swindon.

The perfect candidate will ideally have 3-5 years managerial experience within an electrical interconnect-based working environment, with the ability to manage, motivate and inspire team members on a daily basis. You will also need to be able to demonstrate being hands-on with a keen eye for detail and problem solving and have a strategic outlook with knowledge of the multiple markets and market trends that the company serves.

For more information, and to apply for this fantastic vacancy, please visit our website: https://www.perfect-candidate.co.uk/technical-manager

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