Our specialist recruitment consultants have a profound understanding of the Life Science, Chemicals, Clinical, Engineering and Technical industries, with the expertise to consistently meet your needs. Whether your requirements arise unexpectedly or are part of a planned project, our remarkable speed and flexibility ensure that you receive the necessary support, delivered promptly and within budget.
Read more
Engineering and Clinical Research industries offer diverse career opportunities, with two distinct paths emerging as popular choices for professionals - working for a global giant or joining a dynamic start-up. Each option presents its own unique advantages and challenges, making this a key decision for those entering or navigating their careers.
Read more
The fields of Life Science, Chemicals, Technology, Engineering and Clinical Research, offer a vast array of exciting and dynamic career opportunities. It can sometimes be confusing trying to figure out what career appeals to you, with so many different paths out there. If you’ve recently graduated and are looking to get started in industry, or you’re making a move into a new area, make sure it is the right decision for you.
Read more
Working in the Life Sciences and Clinical Research industries can be a meaningful and rewarding career. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the advancement of the sciences and make an impact on the lives of countless individuals.
Read more
Start the year well with new hires! In the rapidly advancing field of Life Sciences, Chemicals, Engineering and Clinical Research, staying ahead requires not only pioneering research and innovation but also a workforce equipped with diverse skills and expertise. As the industry evolves, so do the challenges and opportunities in attracting top talent.
Read more
On 6th April 2021, HMRC made changes to IR35 legislation meaning that the responsibility for contractor IR35 assessment shifted from the intermediary to the client. To help contractors and clients understand the changes to the legislation, we hosted a Q&A to answer the most frequently asked questions. Operations Director Liam O’Connell and Clinical Recruitment Manager […]
We are delighted to have been honoured with the KellyOCG Supplier Excellence Award for the fifth year. Each year, this award is presented to top-performing national and global suppliers that provide superior workforce solutions, and whose service, results and strategic partnerships have made a significant impact on the business. However, with most of our team […]
We hosted a webinar with the Royal Society of Chemistry last week themed ‘How to work with a recruitment agency’. The webinar has now been posted to RSC’s YouTube channel for you to rewatch and share with friends or colleagues who would like more information on how to work with a recruitment agency and the benefits […]
We are pleased to announce that CK Group has been honoured with the Supplier Excellence Award 2019 by KellyOCG for the fifth time. KellyOCG, the outsourcing and consulting group of Kelly Services, will host a virtual event to recognise the achievement in July. This year they will honour 25 of their top suppliers out of […]
Great news! Since March 2020, job hunters have seen a sharp decline in new jobs being listed globally. However, due to the recent lifting of some lockdown policies, job postings are now stabilising and beginning to rise again in the science sectors. This means that now could be the perfect time to search for a […]
Recruitment is a versatile career, valuing experience from a wide range of backgrounds. At CK Group, our recruitment consultants bring with them experience from sales and customer service, to roles within the industries we recruit for.
With a talent shortage in the STEM sector, retaining key people is vital. Here are some top tips that aren’t just about money or titles for you to think about with your staff retention:
By popular demand, we filmed our IR35 Information evening so that delegates could watch it back and those people who missed the event could watch it as well. Watch it here.
Born roughly between 1995 and 2010, Generation Z is proving to be fundamentally different to its predecessors – the Millennials – in more ways than one.
We are proud to announce that on 19 September, 2019, the company received AgileOne’s Gold Award for supplier excellence. The award was presented to Liam O’Connell during an award ceremony that took place during the AgileOne Supplier Excellence Awards held in London, England.
In October 2018 the government confirmed that it will be extending the off-payroll rules to the private sector. As of 6 April 2020, clients in the private sector will be responsible for assessing the IR35 Status of their contractors. For those deemed to be working inside IR35, the client will need to ensure they deduct […]
Stress is an animal instinct that comes into play when your brain reacts to being threatened. This can be a physical threat, for example pain, or an emotional threat such as psychosocial stress. Stress can be healthy and energizing, but too much stress can lead to some serious, longer-term issues. But how can you tell […]
