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Grounds Maintenance Insights
As we move toward the end of the year, this edition of Grounds Maintenance Insights takes a forward-looking approach—highlighting key...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 231 min read


How Workplace Culture Shapes Your Employer of Choice Status
To attract and retain the best talent to your organisation requires more than competitive compensation and benefits. Workplace culture...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 222 min read


How HR Leaders Can Build a Local Employer of Choice Strategy
In the modern talent market, being an employer of choice is no longer a “nice to have” — it's essential. High turnover, rising recruitment costs, and shifting employee expectations mean organisations that fail to differentiate risk losing both future hires and existing staff. This white paper presents a research-backed framework for HR leaders to design and implement a localised Employer of Choice strategy, drawing on recent findings from CIPD, Gartner, Great Place to Work®,
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 181 min read


Automotive Industry Insights - Looking into 2026
As we move toward 2026, the automotive industry is entering a period of both challenge and opportunity. Skill shortages are creating...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 171 min read


The Rise of Skills-Based Hiring: Why Roles Are Becoming Less About Titles and More About Capabilities
Traditional hiring practices are being reshaped. Historically, employers have focused heavily on job titles, formal qualifications, and years of experience as the primary markers of a candidate’s suitability. However, the shift toward skills-based hiring is redefining the recruitment landscape—and for good reason. Why Skills-Based Hiring Is Gaining Momentum Evolving Workforce Needs Technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, creating new industries and transforming exi
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 162 min read


How to Attract Gen Z to Work in Health and Social Care
The health and social care sector is facing a growing workforce shortage. To secure its future, attracting Gen Z — the digital-savvy,...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 162 min read


What Skills Are in Demand in the Health & Social Care Sector? A Recruitment Agency’s Perspective
The health and social care sector is one of the most competitive talent markets today. With demand rising and staff shortages making...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 162 min read


Employer of Choice vs. Competitive Employer: What’s the Difference?
In the world of talent acquisition, organisations often strive to be seen as an Employer of Choice or as a Competitive Employer . While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they reflect two very different approaches to attracting and retaining talent. Understanding the distinction is essential for businesses looking to position themselves effectively in today’s candidate-driven market. At Pin Point Recruitment , we work closely with clients to refine their employe
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 152 min read


Employer Value Proposition (EVP): Why It Is Critical and How to Develop One for Your Business
Today’s competitive talent landscape is fierce, organisations are recognising that salary and benefits alone are no longer sufficient to attract and retain high-calibre professionals. Candidates are increasingly discerning, seeking alignment between their personal values, career aspirations, and the culture of the organisations they choose to join. This is where a well-defined Employer Value Proposition (EVP) becomes indispensable. At Pin Point Recruitment , we have seen fir
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 152 min read


Print & Packaging Insights - September 2025
The UK’s print & packaging sector is dynamic, innovative, and vital across industries—from food and FMCG to pharma and e-commerce. But...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 111 min read


UK Labour Market Snapshot - August 2025
The UK employment landscape is beginning to show cracks, with recent adjustments to National Insurance and the forthcoming Employee...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 31 min read


Warehousing & Logistics Insights - September 2025
As of August 2025, the warehousing and logistics recruitment landscape in South East England is experiencing notable shifts, influenced...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 31 min read


The Future of the Printing Industry
Manroland is a global manufacturer of printing presses and printing technology solutions , primarily serving the commercial, publishing,...
Pin Point Recruitment
Sep 25 min read


We're Proud to Be CPD Qualified
At Pin Point Health & Social Care, we’ve always believed that the best care comes from the best people — and that means making sure our...
Pin Point Recruitment
Aug 211 min read


NAPPI Training
Did you know that Pin Point Health and Social Care now offer NAPPI training? NAPPI training refers to Non-Abusive Psychological and...
Pin Point Recruitment
Aug 191 min read


The Benefits of Working in the Automotive Industry
The automotive industry has been a driving force of innovation for over a century. From the invention of the assembly line to the...
Pin Point Recruitment
Aug 112 min read


I said Maybe: It’s Time to Look for a New Job
There’s a quiet moment many of us encounter at some point in our careers. It doesn’t come with fireworks or fanfare. It often starts with...
Pin Point Recruitment
Jul 152 min read


Bouncing Back: How to Recover After Losing a Job or Failing an Interview
Life has a funny way of throwing curveballs just when you think you’re finally gaining momentum. Losing a job or failing an interview can...
Pin Point Recruitment
Jul 13 min read


Top Tips to Boost Your Employability
What are Transferrable Skills? Transferrable skills are the core traits and skills required to succeed in any job. These are the soft...
Pin Point Recruitment
Mar 134 min read


New Year, New Job: Why the New Year is Perfect for a Career Transition
January and February are busy months for hiring. Businesses finalise their budgets, plan new initiatives, and often look to bring in...
Pin Point Recruitment
Dec 17, 20242 min read
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