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What is a learning culture? A learning culture in the workplace is one that embraces and encourages sharing knowledge, regular training, and upskilling. Encourages innovation Businesses that stay at the forefront of the latest technology and industry trends through investing in staff training and development tend to be the most innovative and successful. Employees that […]

A hiring process which is easy and straight forward not only keeps candidates engaged but helps you to attract and secure the right people at the right time. Remember, engaged candidates can lead to hired staff, so keep in mind the following when creating your hiring process. Job Descriptions When writing the job description, clearly […]

It is only in recent years that the job market has become more competitive with companies spending more time focused on their employer branding to grab the attention of the best candidates out there. Being an employer with a clear and positive brand message is vital to not only your existing and new staff members, […]

You’ll have probably heard many stories in the news about the rise of AI and how it will impact the jobs market in the future. However, AI isn’t something to be feared and should be embraced as a tool to aid in your career development. Here we uncover the different ways AI can help you […]

The national minimum wage rate depends on your age and whether you are an apprentice. To qualify for national minimum wage, you must be: School leaving age Aged 21 to get the National Living Wage – the minimum wage still applies for workers aged 20 and under. Current Rates From April 1st 2024, the rates […]

Being invited to a first stage interview is great accomplishment, it means your CV highlighted that you have the relevant skills and experience for the role. And now it is time to show off in person why you are the best candidate for the job. Pin Point Recruitment reveal the most commonly asked questions at […]

When applying for a job most hiring managers will request that you email them a copy of your CV. Your CV is typically a two-page document that showcases your skills and accomplishments, to represent you as the best qualified candidate. If you’re entering the world of employment for the first time, or getting ready to […]

We are more than thrilled and excited to announce that Marcus Hall has joined Pin Point’s business development team. Working with Liam Lavery, Marcus provides cucial insight into potential clients and having worked at Pin Point before, has the company ethos engraved into him. Recently, we sat down with Marcus to discuss his plans for […]

It is largely considered that the ideal time to look for a new job is after the new year while resolutions are in full swing. However, looking for a new job before the new year can put you at a serious advantage and here are our reasons why. Less Competition Most job seekers will delay […]

The new Flexible Working Bill is set to come into force from Spring 2024. This means that employees will now be legally entitled to request flexible working arrangements from day one of their employment. Allowing employees to request part-time, term-time, flexitime, compressed hours and varied working locations. What should I be aware of as an […]

If you crave innovation, a fast-paced work environment, and a blend of creativity and engineering, the automotive industry is one of the most exciting and rewarding sectors you can work in. Innovation is at Every Turn The automotive industry is at the forefront of technological advancement meaning you will be working with the latest tech. […]

With a focus of meeting targets of net-zero by 2050 the Government has announced a £4.5bn investment package of grants and loans for UK manufacturing, with more than £2bn allocated to automotive manufacturing, and around £1m dedicated to clean energy component manufacturing. The funding will be allocated from 2025 and is to be used to […]