Posts by HRLife
What Does Hybrid Working Actually Mean Anymore?
It’s a question and a conversation that’s come up more than once recently. We’ve spoken to candidates who have applied for roles advertised as ‘hybrid’, only to discover later in the process that the expectation is four days a week in the office, with one day working from home. Now, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with…
Read MoreWhat questions are HR Candidates asking in the 2026 market?
If the past few years have taught us anything it’s that the HR market continues to evolve. Whilst there are definitely signs of increased activity, it’s a market that remains competitive, with some roles attracting significant levels of interest and businesses still taking a cautious and considered approach to hiring. As HR recruiters we’re fortunate…
Read MoreWhat’s On The Mind of HR Hiring Managers in 2026?
Hiring for your team can be one of the exciting parts of a leadership role – it’s an opportunity to bring in new skills, fresh ideas and additional capability which can have a significant impact on workload, performance and team culture. Yet for many HR hiring managers, recruitment in 2026 can also feel more challenging…
Read MoreInterview Feedback: It’s Not Just What You Say, It’s How You Say It.
It’s not the rejection that candidates remember. It’s how you deliver it… There’s a moment in every recruitment process that tends to stick – the final outcome, the decision and how it’s shared. Not every hiring decision ends in a yes, but how that decision is communicated matters more than many realise. Handled well, it…
Read MoreThe Role of ‘Gut Feel’ in Hiring: What our network told us
“I can’t quite explain it… but something just clicked. It felt right” It’s something we hear fairly often when a client reflects on why they chose one candidate over another. On paper the candidates may have looked similar. They were all capable of performing in the role. Competencies scored. Experience matched. Interview answers were solid.…
Read MoreThe updated timeline to the biggest employment law changes in years – Clear Bridge HR tell us what employers need to know
The year has got off to a fast start, with the Government wasting no time in publishing an updated timeline for key employment law changes. Several significant reforms are on the horizon, with some taking effect from April 2026 and others following into 2027. While the headlines can feel daunting, the phased rollout gives employers…
Read MorePay Transparency – What’s happening in the HR market?
One of the conversations we have with both candidate and client alike is whether adverts should include a salary and if they don’t, does it just lead to this: “We regret to inform you that we are unable to proceed with your application due to misalignment in your compensation expectations.” It’s a polite sentence. But…
Read MorePreparing to start your job search
For many HR professionals, the New Year feels like the natural time to start their job search. Others wait until Spring, when new budgets appear and a whole raft of fresh opportunities often hit the market. Whatever the timing, deciding to explore your next HR move can feel both exciting and daunting. Where do you…
Read MoreFinding the right HRBP in a crowded market
Recruiting for your HR team – do you look at this task fondly or worry about getting it right? 🤔 For many senior HR leaders, hiring is both an opportunity and a challenge. It’s a chance to strengthen team capability, plug knowledge gaps, bring in fresh thinking and help shape the future of the function.…
Read MoreDrowning in Applications? You’re Not Alone.
When we take the brief from a client on a new role, it’s sufficiently detailed, clear and concise as we are curious and inquisitive and know the right questions to ask. Our clients know the skills they need, the experience that matters, and the type of person who’ll genuinely strengthen their team and suit their…
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