That vital first impression We all know how important it is for potential recruits to create that vital good first impression, ensuring CVs and covering letters are grammatically correct and error-free. But the same applies to companies and recruitment agencies; bad...

What is flexi-hours, or flexible working? Whilst flexi-hours, also known as flexi-time or flexible working, has been with us for many years, it is only recently that it has become more popular amongst employees. Flexi-hours enables employees to work their hours around...

We are over the moon to have been shortlisted in the EDP’s Future50 for 2019. Future50 is an exciting business growth programme that's designed to recognise Norfolk and Suffolk's most innovative companies. We are looking forward to the exciting next chapter of our...

Tip 1 – Decide who’s your ideal candidate You can make the start of your recruiting journey far easier if you know exactly the type of person you’re looking for. Draw up a checklist that defines the job role, going beyond just the basic qualifications, minimum level...

First, you don’t need to waste space by adding ‘CV’ or ‘Curriculum Vitae’ at the top – it really isn’t necessary. Although there is some flexibility in the design and structure of your CV, there is essential information that a potential employer will expect to see:...

The employee/employer relationship The Acas poll, just published, asked workers a series of questions about how their employee/employer relationship was working. The survey revealed that employees are much more aware of their employers’ concerns, identifying three key...

Recruitment marketing Recruitment marketing has been developed in response to the competitive nature of today’s jobs market. Essentially, it refers to techniques that companies can use to raise awareness of their brand, attract interest from candidates and encourage...

Which accountancy jobs have seen the biggest pay increases?  Although almost all accountancy jobs have seen consistent pay increases over the past few years, some areas have experienced much faster salary increases than others. According to figures published in...

Atkinson Moss is delighted to welcome the amazing Lesley Freeman to the team. Lesley has some incredible recruitment experience and is going to be supporting all of our clients with temporary and contract placements in the Accountancy division. She is a brilliant...

New Year, New Job?  If you’re not satisfied with your current job, or if you’re thinking about changing your career path altogether, the New Year is the ideal time to make the necessary changes and get your professional life on the right track. To help you make your...