Whitepapers

Sanderson Recruitment plc whitepapers are written for businesses that hire professional workers to help them meet the challengers of resourcing now and in the future.

Below you will find the titles and a brief synopsis of each existing whitepaper; to register to receive these whitepapers please use the simple registration form at the foot of the page.

Death of the CV - 21/10/2008

"CVs are still the currency for getting a job in the UK. Busy HR departments, line managers and recruitment consultants only have a few minutes to decide on a candidate’s suitability before committing them to the ‘interview’ or ‘rejection’ pile. Recent research shows that the CV remains their pre-selection tool of choice. There is, however, growing concern amongst UK employers and recruiters about the long term value of the CV..."

Direct Contractors - 21/02/2008

“In a recent survey Sanderson Recruitment found that 82% of business engaged a proportion of their contractor workforce directly, without going through an accredited agency. This is a startlingly high percentage when you take into account the risks, legal implications and costs of engaging contractors in this way…”

The Candidate Attraction Minefield - 01/06/2007

“This is a tough year for UK organisations wanting to attract quality candidates. A recent CIPD survey states that 82% of firms are struggling to find the people they require. Skills shortages are reported in many areas; not least in the professional marketplace, where sectors such as IT and Finance are experiencing a level of competition for the best candidates not seen since the build up to the year 2000…”

Sanderson Release Scorpio – 23/04/2007

“Scorpio is a recruitment and management system for companies that hire professional Limited Company contractors. Developed by contractor recruitment specialists, this online tool automates the entire process from issue of a request for contract resource, through selection and sign up, timesheet approval and invoicing, to extension management…”

An Introduction to the New Age Regulations 2006 – 24/11/2006

“Sanderson recruitment plc is raising awareness of the new Age Regulations. These will ensure that people of all ages are valued in the workforce, by challenging stereotypes and overcoming discrimination on the basis of age…”

Innovations in Contract Supply – 23/10/2006

“UK businesses benefit from access to a highly skilled, highly mobile and flexible contractor workforce, in areas such as IT, consulting, HR and finance. Whether it is for a specific project, some particular expertise, or to meet a temporary peak in resource requirements, engaging contractors makes good business sense…”