Ensuring you have a diverse workforce has arguably, never been as scrutinised as it is at present, leading to a real emphasis on how and which businesses are acting on their D&I agenda. New data revealing that globally, searches for D&I roles have increased by 122%, coupled with the knowledge we have from numerous studies and research, shows that the importance of D&I is being taken seriously across (the majority of) businesses as well as employees and is an area that if not already, will need to be a key focus for businesses moving forward.

Covid-19 has turned the world upside down and forced the closure of countless industries. It is with no surprise that ‘adaptability’ has been the new approach for many businesses to ensure their workplace is safe for employees to return.

1 in 6.8 people experience mental health problems in the workplace, so 5 months into a new year and the topic of conversation in the office turning to burn-out doesn’t seem too surprising. The past 12+ months have been nothing short of exhausting; whether you were furloughed or working full-time the fact remains, we have all experienced an unfamiliar and often lonely year – with the lack of social interaction, job uncertainty, and toilet roll shortage (remember that!) it's normal that now the office is opening back up and we are re-entering the beer gardens your initial excitement may be overshadowed by anxiety.

Employees at Pertemps Network Group are able to benefit from the best share scheme in the recruitment industry – and that’s official!

The company has just been named as the winner of the ‘Best Employee Share/Equity Scheme’ at the inaugural Recruiter Investing in Talent Awards 2014. Spencer Jones and Michelle White gratefully collected the award on behalf of the company at an awards ceremony held in London in October.