As a supply sector, Manufacturing & Production is key to the economy. Not only do we export products all over the world but a wide rage of businesses here at home rely on those things produced or manufactured: retail, tech, IT, telecommunications. . . the list of industries is as long as the queue for […]
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Legal cashiers never get the billing they deserve, which is ironic given that’s how they spend their days. They don’t pop up on TV dramas or the big screen. Ben Affleck hasn’t played one yet, favouring the role of a gun-toting accountant instead. Yet their backroom role belies their importance in the smooth-running of any
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When we noticed there were IT jobs that could see you earning around £500 a day, we weren’t at all surprised. After all, s1jobs is full of fantastic opportunities in IT that offer incredible job satisfaction . . . and a rather pleasing pay packet. However there was one role that initially raised concerns even
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According to the latest Tech Nations 2017 report, Dundee generated the highest turnover growth of any digital tech cluster from 2011 and 2015. Already famous for its computer gaming pioneers, it saw 171% digital turnover growth, with economic output increasing to £97 million. The news highlights this is a vibrant, fast-growing industry – where go-getters
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Move over internship, there’s a new kid on the block: the returnship. Yes, this is the new buzzword in recruitment circles to describe later-life work placements that help women resume their careers after taking a break to bring up their kids. Returnships are particularly aimed at getting highly qualified women – those with gaps in
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Almost time for appraisals? You might as well scream “The Daleks are Coming!” because you can be sure of the same terrified reaction from employees. Similarly, even the most seasoned HR Manager feels butterflies at the prospect of sitting down and forensically examining a colleague’s workplace performance. The truth is, however, appraisals can be a
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If more proof were needed Scotland is one of the world’s holiday hot spots and a huge hit with visitors, it comes in the form of the latest figures from ALVA – the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions. These show Scotland’s tourist attractions, museums and galleries outperformed the rest of the UK last year, with
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If you have a head for figures and an eye for detail, the world of finance is calling. This is a jobs sector that keeps the wheels turning and allows people to plan for every stage of life – and deal with unexpected challenges. On any day at s1jobs you’ll find opportunities to work in
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We’ve all been there. It’s the end of a busy week and we look back only to find that ‘to do’ list is not quite done; in fact, a lot of big boxes are unticked. When you and your management team have worked so hard, how can it be you’ve missed goals? Well, it could
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You have the talent, the experience and the know how to land an executive role or a brand new job in senior management. But do you have the ability to motivate colleagues that is so sought after by prospective employers? Let’s find out with five ways to show you not only can inspire the very
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