The best companies to work for in the UK chemical industry in 2025
The best companies to work for in the UK chemical industry in 2025, celebrated for their innovation-driven roles and commitment to employee development.
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Crafting an end-to-end recruitment strategy
In today's competitive job market, having an effective end-to-end recruitment strategy is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. This includes the entire hiring process, from identifying staffing needs to onboarding new employees. You must craft a strategy that ensures your company not only attracts but also secures the best candidates.
A graduate’s guide to breaking into the life science industry
Breaking into the life science industry can be both an exciting and challenging prospect for new graduates. This field – which includes biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and environmental science – offers vast opportunities for those with an enthusiasm for scientific innovation and a desire to make an impact on human health and the environment.
Effective onboarding: Setting your new hires up for success from day one
The first day at a new job can be both exhilarating and overwhelming for new hires. Effective onboarding can significantly impact a new employee’s integration and long-term success within a company. Going beyond filling out paperwork and setting up workstations, effective onboarding also involves creating a comprehensive and welcoming experience that equips new hires with the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to thrive from day one.
Improving your soft skills as a job seeker
In today's competitive job market, possessing technical expertise is crucial, but equally important are soft skills. Soft skills, which include communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence, are essential for professional success.
The role of soft skills in scientific hiring
In the realm of scientific hiring, the emphasis has traditionally been placed on technical skills. As a scientist, one is expected to both possess a deep understanding of their field, and also have the ability to demonstrate a clear record of accomplishments. However, the landscape is shifting. Increasingly, the importance of soft skills (for example interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving) are being recognised as crucial for scientific success. Finding the balance between technical skills and soft skills can significantly impact the effectiveness and harmony of scientific teams.
5 ways to modernise your recruitment strategy for the digital age
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, modernising your recruitment strategy is essential for attracting and retaining top talent. Companies must adapt to technological advancements and changing candidate expectations to stay competitive.
Bionow Neuroscience Conference // 17 July
Next week, our Associate Director Victoria Walker and Key Accounts Manager Natasha Young, will be attending the Bionow Neuroscience Conference, taking place at Bramall Lane, Sheffield United, on the 17th July.
How much personal information should you share on LinkedIn?
The lines between our professional and personal lives can sometimes blur, particularly on social media. LinkedIn, a platform primarily designed for professional networking, often sees users struggling with how much personal information to share. While it’s important to appear personable and relatable, LinkedIn is not Facebook, and oversharing can undermine your professional image.
Get ahead of the competition and recruit now
For many companies the summer holidays are a quiet time of year; our job market data shows less jobs are advertised, so there is less competition for candidates. From our experience, therefore, summer can be a great time to recruit, and it is a chance for job seekers to step away from their usual routine and workplace to reflect on their career goals and current lifestyle.
ON Helix 2024: New Horizons for Bio Innovation // 04 July
We are thrilled to announce that our Client Partner Jim Gleeson, and Associate Director Graeme Pallas, will be attending ON Helix 2024, presented by One Nucleus in Cambridge on the 4th July.
Resolving talent shortages in the Life Sciences
In the rapidly evolving life sciences industry, the demand for skilled talent is outpacing supply, creating a significant skills gap. Addressing this gap requires proactive measures and strategic long-term initiatives to ensure that life science organisations have access to the talent they need to be successful and grow. Here are some effective strategies for meeting the skills demand in the life sciences sector:
Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in the Scientific Industry of North East England
In the ever evolving and highly specialised field of science attracting and retaining top talent is vital for the success and innovation of businesses, particularly in north-east England. Employers in our region must adopt strategic initiatives tailored to the unique demands of the scientific industry so we can maintain our status as a manufacturing powerhouse whilst increasing our presence as a centre for research and development in the sciences.
