Tag: talent attraction

Why it’s time for startups to challenge the tech recruitment status quo

22 September 2021

usinesses are uniquely positioned to try something new and break the mould when finding and attracting talent. Without established HR teams and protocols in place, startups have agility and flexibility that can be used to their advantage in talent acquisition efforts. Due to the nature of the business, they’re almost expected to try something new. Experimentation and trying something new could really help them to stand out against the crowd of job advertisements being posted every day. Whether it’s experimenting with digital talent attraction campaigns, updating your candidate experience for a virtual world or even using a more data-driven approach to hiring, there are many innovative tactics out there to improve your recruitment strategy for a startup bold enough to try them.

Q&A with Tom Hopcroft, President and CEO: The Shape of the Tech Talent Acquisition Landscape in Massachusetts Today

21 September 2021

Jody Robie, SVP Talent Works, discusses Tom’s perspective on the complexities of hiring tech talent and the challenges companies are facing nationwide and in Massachusetts today Q: What does talent acquisition look like in Massachusetts today? A: Massachusetts is representative of what is being seen in other tech hubs around the country. I speak regularly […]

IT Professionals Day: The Fastest Growing IT Roles Right Now

21 September 2021

Technology is constantly changing, and therefore so is the role of the technology professional. If we think back to a decade or two ago, IT professionals’ roles will have been incredibly different to the ones we have today. With many different roles now needing technical skills, the idea of having a dedicated person to handle […]

Virtual Roundtable: Leaders Talk Talent

6 September 2021

On first September we hosted a Leaders Talk Talent Roundtable with Talent Acquisition professionals from Moderna, FinancialForce, LexisNexis Risk Solutions Group and MassTLC. We discussed the impact of the pandemic and what it’s brought for talent acquisition including how these employers had to adapt their talent strategy. We also shared some tips for post pandemic […]

Key questions you should ask when you’re new to the world of tech talent acquisition

24 June 2021

The world of talent acquisition is a minefield, and in an increasingly competitive market with complex roles in high demand, tech talent acquisition is a beast in itself. Many talent acquisition managers are seasoned pros and have worked in the industry for years, recruiting the best talent to scale their organizations while refining employer brands […]

Creating a buzz around a complex tech scaleup to help recruitment

27 May 2021

When you’re trying to recruit tech talent, particularly in a candidate-driven market, you need to try and stand out from the crowd. The tech recruitment landscape right now is highly competitive, and there are far more jobs being advertised than the number of candidates ready to fill them. To attract the best talent and drive […]

Is The Right Talent Key To Scaling Your Company Culture?

20 May 2021

It’s a problem that many scaleups face; how do you maintain your company culture as your business grows? Startups and scaling tech businesses are renowned for having a company culture that draws in a lot of talent, particularly millennials and Gen Z. As a rule, these businesses tend to be more fun, relaxed and friendly […]

Tech Recruitment: Understanding Tech Talent Infographic

13 May 2021

Tech talent is in high demand; tech scaleups and businesses are booming as a result of the last 12 months while other organisations from almost every industry imaginable are looking to digitise and keep up in a tech-first era. We’re currently in a candidate driven market when it comes to recruiting tech talent; with the […]

How to build employer brand awareness without a brand

23 April 2021

For growing businesses trying to compete for tech talent, one challenge stands above the rest. How can you promote yourself as an employer when no one knows about your business? Scaleups and startups often find themselves in the situation; they can’t afford to wait around for talent. They need these individuals to deliver on their […]