All Careers Advice

Jonathan Swain looks at the importance of diversity in the boardroom and outlines the three common challenges for first time non-executive directors

David Gooda, Raymond Kelly and Dilani De Silva mark a very special date while remembering the basic skills and principles that have carried through in the recruitment sector over the past two decades

Jody Goldsworthy is championing a new ‘leadership norm’, with emotional understanding forming a big part of effective team development

Being aware of an organisation’s culture and getting the match right is vital for candidates looking for the right role. Authenticity in interview situations is key to showing this, as Nicola Chiverton explains

Philippa Watkins shares her insight on the changing public finance talent landscape

Jes Ladva discusses the skillsets local authorities need to successfully carry out commercial investments

What should you look for when recruiting a non-executive director? David Weir provides some tips

Nick Cole offers his top 10 tips to create the perfect CV

Maud Hollis looks at the wide-reaching benefits available for organisations capable of employing flexible working

Ben Cox looks at the changing complexities and rewards of a career in local government

Luke Judd looks at the psychology of change, and stresses the importance of the sector not falling into a ‘business as usual’ mentality

As she moves on from her role at Leeds City Council, Lorraine Hallam reflects on the current state of HR and OD and says the pace of change is something to embrace rather than fear

Do we have the right workforce for today and what should our focus be for the next 20 years? Terry McDougall emplores the HR sector to plan for tomorrow today

Toni Hall looks ahead to 2019 and gives her advice to aspiring interim managers who want to make their way in the sector

Nick Cole, Director Local Government at Veredus looks back over hiring trends in the sector in 2018 and makes some predictions for 2019.

It’s an industry that doesn’t always have the best image for itself, and the tasks within it are many – but Gemma Stevenson-Coupe says being a recruiter is one of the most important and fulfilling roles you could have

Julie Towers of Penna asks if the public sector’s capable of achieving their mission with their hands so tied.

Kath O’Dwyer reveals how an LGA review of Cheshire East Council’s organisational culture has been used as a springboard to improving the skills and experience of the workforce as well as encouraging employee retention.

Penny Ransley breaks down the positive benefits of ‘the power of kindness’ and how it can become an effective recruitment tool for your organisation