Recruitment stories

Humanforce has acquired Australian HR tech firm LiveHire for USD $17.2 million, marking its fourth acquisition in two years to enhance workforce solutions.

GoodTake, a new platform founded by actress Mila, aims to transform entertainment talent recruitment with an official launch set for January 10, 2025.

Remote has launched Recruit AI, an innovative tool aiming to streamline global hiring by connecting companies with top talent through advanced AI technology.

Ciphr has acquired Avantus to enhance its services with employee benefits, marking its third acquisition in 18 months to boost HCM offerings.

UK talent acquisition firm inploi has partnered with Cornerstone OnDemand, integrating their platforms to enhance global recruitment and employee development.

A revolutionary shift in recruitment technology is transforming the job market, empowering candidates to say, 'A job came looking for me!'.

The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.

Sarah Bills, the new Randstad NZ director, aims to confront recruitment challenges amid economic shifts and a growing focus on diversity in the sector.

New NIS2 directives are imposing hefty financial strains on EMEA firms, with 95% reallocating budgets to tackle compliance costs.

A recent study reveals HR leaders in Australia and New Zealand are embracing strategic roles to drive organisational change amid economic challenges.

A survey by SmartRecruiters reveals that nearly a third of Australian executives doubt their hiring quality, despite vast recruitment investments.

Australia and New Zealand see a dramatic rise in job applications, with agencies struggling to filter candidates amid a tightening job market, says JobAdder.

The Josh Bersin Company has unveiled Galileo Professional, a budget-friendly AI assistant designed specifically for HR professionals and small teams.

CMD Recruitment in Swindon reports a 20% rise in SaaS job vacancies, driven by cloud adoption and demand for AI expertise amid digital transformation.

Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.

A recent survey reveals that 45% of New Zealand office workers would reconsider their jobs if work-from-home options were reduced, highlighting a shift in workplace preferences.

A whitepaper from Talent reveals shifts in the Federal Government's hiring, including a $624 million cut in consulting firm spending and a move to permanent staff.

Talent launches Solve, a new independent brand, to offer innovative recruitment and workforce management solutions, targeting startups to enterprises in Asia-Pacific.

The Institute of Coding, BCS, and TheTalentPeople have launched GetMyFirstDigitalJob, a platform to bridge the digital skills gap, backed by fresh research revealing a GBP £63 billion annual cost.

Australia is leading in AI adoption within business, with 88% of leaders seeing AI transforming jobs. A BSI report reveals optimism despite governance challenges.