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Celebrating Women in Engineering, Inspiring the Next Generation

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:55:07 +0000

Celebrating Women in Engineering, Inspiring the Next Generation

Celebrating Inspirational Women for International Womens Day 2019

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 13:18:06 +0000

To celebrate the importance of women, we asked members of our team to talk about their personal heroines and the women who inspire them on a daily basis. Read more...

Making the workplace a kinder place - National Random Acts of Kindness Day 2018

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 09:04:08 +0000

This Saturday 17th Feb sees National Random Acts of Kindness day 2018. To celebrate we've come up with a few ways you can make your workplace a happier place.

Best places to work based on perks

Thu, 23 Nov 2017 10:01:03 +0000

According to Glassdoor, 57% of workers admit perks and benefits are high on the desirables when applying for a new job and with the average person spending a third of their lives at work, it only makes sense that we enjoy the places we work. That being said, we’ve decided to do a bit of research into some of the best UK company employee perks.

Developing Talent: Lewis Trow - From Trainee to Director

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 11:00:41 +0000

At the beginning of this year, Lewis Trow received his official title as client development Director. We've decided to take a look back on his journey at First Recruitment Group and how we came to be where he is today.

Developing Talent: Nick Catterall - From Trainee to Director

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 13:59:33 +0000

Our Client Development Director, Nick Catterall, celebrates his 11 year anniversary at First Recruitment Group this year. To mark the occasion, we are celebrating his success by looking back at how he developed from a young Trainee Recruiter to a Director overseeing numerous departments.

Business attire vs. Casual in the office - Does it matter?

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 11:39:55 +0000

What did you wear to work today? Was it a shirt and tie, a blouse and heels, or was it jeans and a t-shirt? How we present ourselves day to day at work has certainly evolved over the years and sometimes causes a little bit of controversy. The question is - does it really matter what we wear to work?

10 steps to a healthier work-life balance

Thu, 07 Sep 2017 10:10:00 +0000

Sometimes we commit so much time and energy in to our careers that we often find it taking over our personal life, making it often difficult to switch off after a long day at work. But have no fear, we’re here to help you figure out what you can do today to maintain a better work-life balance.

Digging Deeper: Automation In The Food Industry

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 09:28:43 +0000

Following our recent article on why we should be embracing Artificial Intelligence in the workplace, I thought it would be beneficial to discuss how automation and AI will affect factories and food manufacturing jobs.

Why should we be embracing Artificial Intelligence?

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 12:03:39 +0000

Artificial intelligence is integrating into our everyday lives, but with that come fears about job losses and a ‘big brother’ nation. We take a closer look at the potential benefits of AI to your business.

Top 10 childhood dream jobs - then and now

Thu, 10 Aug 2017 14:50:55 +0000

From singers and firefighters to footballers and teachers, every 5 year old has a dream job in mind that they wish would one day become a reality. Let’s take a look at how the top 10 childhood dream jobs compare from the past to the present.

8 best jobs to have in the summer heat

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:53:38 +0000

Over the past week or so the UK has been hit with temperatures soaring over 28 degrees Celsius. Therefore, we thought we would share some of the best jobs to have when it’s a little warmer than usual. We can all dream, right?

10 tips for surviving and succeeding at work

Mon, 22 Aug 2016 13:49:25 +0000

We are experts in finding you the right job, but what happens when you get that coveted role? We’ve put together a light-hearted list of tips to help you survive, succeed and thrive at work. Click here to read.

What can history teach us about the future of the office?

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 10:56:02 +0000

Read our blog on the history of the office workplace and how it has changed over the last 100 years. What does history teach us and what affect is automation having? Click here to find out

April 6th – be aware or beware

Tue, 22 Mar 2016 10:35:00 +0000

Blog from First Recruitment CEO on the planned changes to legislation regarding T&S tax relief for contractors that fail the SDC test, taking effect on 6th April this year.

Why should charity start at home?

Wed, 20 Jan 2016 11:20:00 +0000

I’ve been lucky enough to travel out to India to see the work the Kamla Foundation do first hand, along with another of our Directors Steve Farthing. This blog is a snapshot of our adventure.

Our Directors Raise Awareness for Kamla Foundation

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 10:04:44 +0000

Pictures from our directors visit to India to see the work the Kamla Foundation does.

Is the level of IR35 avoidance an elephant or a flea?

Wed, 18 Nov 2015 16:17:00 +0000

It was recently leaked that ministers were planning to make changes to the IR35 legislation in the Autumn statement, making employers or intermediaries responsible and therefore liable for the contractors they engage with. Click here to read more.

Why Your Business Reputation Matters

Wed, 11 Nov 2015 16:21:00 +0000

A good reputation has to be earned by your clients and customers - it can’t be bought. Click here to read more.

Is HMRC failing with IR35?

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 16:06:00 +0000

HMRC issued a consultation document on 17 July 2015 to explore options for tightening up IR35*, the intermediary’s legislation that aims to tackle tax avoidance through disguised employment. Click here to read more.