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Jonathan Shepherd-Stubbs • May 03, 2021


REVEALED | Barclays & Tesco among ‘best workplaces to grow career’

HR Grapevine, Jade Burke, Apr21

Barclays & Tesco among ‘best workplaces to grow career’

The way we work today is a completely different beast from over a year ago; the pandemic has forced employees to work remotely, while new technologies such as automation and AI have been rolled out to enhance our ways of working.

These new methods have reshaped what we previously knew when it came to the world of work and what employees expect from their employers to assist with this.

With that in mind, LinkedIn has revealed its 2021 LinkedIn Top Companies list, which ranks 25 of the best workplaces for employees to grow their careers.

From our content partner Insights from UK’s Best Workplaces™

To create the list, LinkedIn has used an all-new methodology which uses unique data from the professional networking site to go beyond the firms that attract talent to find the companies that actually invest in their talent.

LinkedIn stated that these 25 organisations “help employees build a professional foundation that sets them up for success both at the company and beyond”.

Read on to find out who made it into the top five:

  1. Barclays

The banking giant made the cut thanks to its new remote working systems, as well as its increased focus on D&I throughout 2020.

  1. Tesco

Supermarket Tesco was commended for creating 16,000 permanent roles to support the growth of online shopping, as well as the hiring of 50,000 temporary staff members.

  1. NatWest Group

Another bank to make it into the top five – NatWest Group was selected because the business has taken the experiences throughout the pandemic to make flexibility a core part of its working environment. NatWest hopes to take on a hybrid model, with plans to help balance working from home with time in the office too.

  1. BT

The telecommunications provider came in at fourth place thanks to its pledge to hire 2,500 new roles to help with the roll-out of full-fibre internet connections this year. Plus, throughout the crisis BT chose to freeze pay but promised a bonus worth £1,500 to frontline staff. Despite this, the firm does remain under pressure from the Communication Workers Union over modernisation plans and the potential impact on existing roles.

  1. PwC UK

One of the Big Four accounting firms, PwC told staff earlier this year that they could spend two or three days a week in the office and the rest working remotely. It also stated that it would give employees more autonomy over their working hours.

Below is the reminder of the list:

  1. Deloitte UK    11. Bloomberg LP    16. Wipro Limited     21. eBay
  2. Sainsbury’s    12. Amazon    17. Alphabet    22. NFU Mutual
  3. EY    13. American Express    18. Accenture   23. Stryker
  4. Upwork    14. JPMorgan Chase & Co    19. Unilever    24. Bristol Myers Squibb
  5. BBC    15. Cisco    20. AstraZeneca      25. G-Research

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What Qualities to Look for in a Candidate

by Jonathan Shepherd-Stubbs • 25 Apr, 2024
With so much talent out there, it’s not always easy to find the perfect candidate for your current vacancies. If you want to avoid a high staff turnover and get the perfect candidate in your team from the off and watch them grow, here are some initial qualities to look out for in your next round of hiring. Leadership There’s no limit to the heights a candidate could reach in your business and it’s often those who start at the bottom who end up working their way up through the ranks. Whilst your current candidate might not be at that level yet, it’s worth looking out for signs early on that will make them an excellent leader in the future. Honesty & Integrity This one goes without saying, you need someone you can really trust to take on a role within your business. Whilst it’s not always evident in the interview stage whether you can really trust a candidate, you will usually find evidence of this when you investigate references and ask questions about the candidates previous roles. Dependability Just like trust, you need someone working within your business who is dependable and does what they say they are going to do. An employer’s nightmare is someone who is regularly late for shifts or worse, doesn’t turn up at all. There are some early signs you can look for here; Was the candidate on time for their interview? How long did they work for their last employer? Do they switch jobs often?  Competency Lastly, is your candidate competent in the job you are expecting them to do? If you are hiring someone straight out of college, maybe they aren’t quite ready for a leadership role. Does the candidate have proven track record of managerial experience? Maybe they won’t be quite suited to a more junior position. As always, it’s important to ask questions and really get to know your candidates in your interviews to maximise the chances of you getting the right employee for your business. If you are new to interviewing, check out our blog ‘3 of the Best Questions to ask any Candidate’ to maximise your time and really get the most out of your next interview. If you need further support as an employer, we have you covered. From advertising your latest role to our audience to matching you with the perfect employee, we would love to help. Contact our team here.

LinkedIn Poll Results - April 2024

by Simon Clark • 18 Apr, 2024
At Shepherd Stubbs Recruitment, we are committed to understanding the intricacies of workplace dynamics and what drives employee performance. Our April 2024 LinkedIn poll asked a crucial question: "What’s your biggest motivator at work?" We are grateful for the excellent response and thank everyone who participated and shared the poll with their connections. The results reveal a diverse set of motivators that underscore the complexity of employee engagement today. Leading the pack was 'Work-Life Balance' with 31% of the vote, indicating that employees are increasingly valuing the ability to effectively manage their professional and personal lives. This trend highlights the importance for employers to offer flexible working conditions that support a healthier work-life integration. Both 'Recognition/Praise' and 'Financial Incentives' tied at 25%, reflecting a classic yet evolving understanding that both acknowledgment and monetary rewards play significant roles in motivating employees. Recognition and praise show employees that their efforts are valued, boosting morale and productivity. Simultaneously, financial incentives continue to be a powerful motivator, underlining the need for competitive compensation structures. 'Career Opportunities' was also a key driver, with 19% of respondents indicating that the prospect of advancement and professional growth is a crucial motivator. This result points to the necessity for organisations to cultivate clear career paths and development opportunities to retain ambitious employees. These insights are invaluable as they highlight the varied and complex factors that motivate today’s workforce. We leverage this understanding to help our clients attract and retain the right talent, aligning our strategies with the evolving needs and motivations of the workforce. Remember, in a changing job market, it’s all about the right people, and knowing what moves them is the first step towards success. If you would like to talk to the team about placing a new candidate, get in touch here .
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