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Building a Fair, Inclusive and Legally Compliant Hiring Process
by Keeley Edge
Apr 01, 2026 / Employers, Employment Legislation, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
Recruitment has changed significantly over the last few years and so have candidate expectations. Fairness, transparency, accessibility and consistency are no longer “nice to have”. They are essential to attracting strong talent and protecting your business.
Continue ReadingPreparing for April Employment Law and National Minimum Wage Changes
by Keeley Edge
Mar 02, 2026 / Employers, Employment Legislation, Policies & Procedures
April is a significant month for employers every year, but 2026 brings a particularly important set of changes for SMEs. National Minimum Wage increases, holiday pay reforms, adjustments to flexible working rules and shifts in record keeping requirements all arrive within a tight window.
Continue ReadingRetaining Talent: Why Onboarding Matters
by Keeley Edge
Nov 01, 2025 / Company Culture, Employers, Policies & Procedures
For SMEs and non-profits, retaining talented employees is as important as hiring them. The onboarding process plays a critical role in ensuring new hires feel welcomed, valued, and equipped to succeed in their roles. Effective onboarding not only boosts employee engagement but also reduces turnover and increases productivity from day one. Here’s how to create an onboarding process that keeps new hires engaged and sets them up for long-term success.
Continue ReadingInterviewing Techniques to Identify the Right Candidate
by Keeley Edge
Oct 01, 2025 / Employers, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
Hiring the right person is one of the most important decisions for any SME. In a smaller team, every new recruit makes a big difference, so it pays to have a simple but effective interview process. With a clear structure and the right questions, you can make confident hiring decisions without it feeling complicated.
Continue ReadingWhy now is a great time to refresh your recruitment strategy
by Keeley Edge
Sep 01, 2025 / Employers, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
After the holidays, September brings a shift in energy. It’s a time when routines return, teams refocus and plans for Q4 take shape. For many SMEs, it’s also the ideal time to reflect on recruitment performance and make changes before the end-of-year rush.
Continue ReadingPride Month - embracing diversity in recruitment
by Keeley Edge
Jun 11, 2024 / Company Culture, Employers, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
June is upon us, and with it comes the vibrant celebration of Pride Month. This is a time to honor the LGBTQ+ community, recognise the strides made toward equality, and reflect on the journey that still lies ahead.
Continue ReadingWhat does values-based recruitment look like in practice?
by Keeley Edge
Sep 11, 2023 / Company Culture, Employers, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
The potential benefits of successful values-based recruitment are clear and manifold: happier, more engaged recruits, higher productivity, stronger teamwork, and loyalty to the company being among them. However, hiring a workforce based on company values is not as simple as it sounds. It takes a clear, well-designed strategy with measurable criteria.
Continue ReadingQ&A Video Series: Onboarding & Induction with Tracy Carpenter
by Keeley Edge
Jul 24, 2023 / Company Culture, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
Our Q&A interview topic this month is on Onboarding & Induction. Our guest is Tracy Carpenter from Mint HR.
Continue ReadingGood onboarding and induction practices for SMEs
by Keeley Edge
Jul 05, 2023 / Company Culture, Policies & Procedures
Your new recruit has signed the contract. It might feel like the hard part is over, especially in today’s challenging recruitment market. But now the clock is ticking.
Continue ReadingHow can SMEs make wellbeing in the workplace a priority?
by Keeley Edge
Jun 09, 2023 / Company Culture, Health and Wellbeing, Policies & Procedures
It is hard to imagine a more stressful time for SMEs and their workforce. Many business and household finances are being wrung dry as prices continue to rise. Looking after the wellbeing of your workers in these difficult times is key to both their welfare and your business’s success.
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