employment market

Tuesday, 12 May 2009 8:17am

Corporate career sites should be customised to their target audience and manage candidates' job expectations, according to technology and HR expert Gerry Crispin.

Monday, 11 May 2009 8:40am

Most managers hold "misinformed" opinions about social networking sites and should embrace and guide employees in their use, says HR technology consultant, Michael Specht.

Friday, 08 May 2009 8:24am

Employers should stop thinking about recruitment and retention with a "war" mentality, and approach talent mobility with a new mindset, according to Melbourne Business School's Dr Ian Williamson.

Thursday, 07 May 2009 8:54am

Having a recruitment plan ready to implement when the economy turns will prepare your organisation for the recovery and reduce the likelihood of further cuts to your department, according to Dr John Sullivan.

Wednesday, 06 May 2009 8:15am

With nearly four in five employees believing they will receive a pay rise in the next 12 months - and more than a third also expecting a bonus - employers must be open and realistic about remuneration this year, says Randstad CEO Debra Loveridge.

Tuesday, 05 May 2009 7:20am

HR job ads fell by 13.8 per cent in April, to be 66 per cent lower than a year ago, according to the Olivier Job Index. This article also includes an HR salary guide for the current year.

Monday, 04 May 2009 8:28am

Managers looking to implement alternative working arrangements in a bid to avoid sacking staff throughout the GFC are at risk of exposing themselves to litigation if they fail to adequately consult, a workplace lawyer warns.

Thursday, 30 April 2009 8:19am

Australian HR departments are struggling to meet the challenges created by recession-driven cost-cutting with fewer resources and less control over decision-making, a new study confirms.

Wednesday, 29 April 2009 8:05am

More than half of employees in the Australian finance profession have had to take on extra tasks after staff cuts, but employers are failing to put in place countering work/life balance initiatives, a survey has found.

Tuesday, 28 April 2009 8:06am

"New entrant" airlines investing heavily in employee development and resisting the urge to "slash and burn" their workforce during economic slumps are outperforming the industry giants, says a new book on the flight trade.