Blog - Handley James

April 29

ChemUK 2025: Insights from the Expo & What It Means for Senior-Level Hiring in Chemicals

April 29

Why the 4-Day Work Week Conversation Matters for Manufacturing Leadership

April 29

Scaling Smart: Building the Right Senior Team for Growth in 2025

March 31

April 2025: The Talent Shortage in Manufacturing & Chemical Industries – What’s Next?

March 31

Sustainability & the Future Workforce: How Green Skills Are Shaping the Chemical & Manufacturing Industries

March 31

The Decline in Science Graduates: A Challenge for Recruitment

February 27

Health and Safety in Manufacturing: Prioritising Employee Well-being

February 27

The Importance of Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace

February 27

Navigating the Job Market: Essential Tips for Job Seekers

January 22

Kickstart Your Recruitment Strategy for 2025: Setting Goals for Success in the Year Ahead

January 22

How to Build a Winning Employer Brand in 2025: Attracting Top Talent in a Competitive Market

January 22

Can AI Really Replace a Recruiter? (Spoiler Alert: No!)

November 28

Kickstart Your Year: How to Set Recruitment Goals for 2025″

November 28

Manufacturing Trends for 2025: Insights for Employers & Job Seekers in Greater Manchester

November 28

New Year, New Career: Why January is the Perfect Time for Job Seekers

November 28

Embracing Fresh Beginnings: A New Year, New Talent, New Opportunities

November 28

Top Talent Trends to Watch in 2025: What Job Seekers and Employers Need to Know

November 28

10 Christmas and New Year Tips to Boost Your Career in 2025

October 28

Internal vs. Outsourced Recruitment: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business

October 28

Employee Experience Trends: A Look Ahead to 2025

October 28

The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Right Candidate for Your Manufacturing Business

September 24

Quiet Quitting: Beyond the Buzzword – The Generational Shift in the Workplace

September 24

The State of the UK Manufacturing Sector: Trends, Challenges, & Opportunities

September 24

Beyond the CV: Unlocking Potential in UK Manufacturing SMEs

August 30

The Candidate Experience Crisis: Is Your Application Process Scaring Away Top Talent?

August 30

Beyond Job Titles: Hiring for Strategic Impact

August 30

The Death of the Job Board? How to Recruit Top Talent in the Digital Age.

July 17

Building a Stronger Foundation: Recruitment Expertise for Building Services and Facilities Management

July 17

Handley James: A Quality-Driven Approach to Recruitment in a Fast-Paced World

July 17

Handley James Education: Your Trusted Partner for Educational Recruitment

July 8

3 Proven Hiring Strategies to Combat Manufacturing Turnover (And How Handley James Can Help)

July 8

Overcoming the Engineering Skills Shortage: A Manufacturer’s Guide to Effective Recruitment

July 8

Greater Manchester’s Manufacturing Evolution: The Skills Needed to Thrive

May 23

How to Successfully Change Your Career Path

May 23

Strategies for Effectively Integrating New Hires

May 23

The Art of the Follow-Up: Tips for Job Seekers After the Interview

February 29

4 Ways To Celebrate National Employee Appreciation Day

February 29

More Women To Be Supported Into STEM Jobs https://www.gov.uk/government/news/more-women-to-be-supported-back-into-stem-jobs-in-government-backed-training

February 29

How to Choose the Right Recruiter to Help Your Manufacturing Company Grow

January 29

Celebrating Women’s Achievements: A Look at Milestones in the Workplace

January 29

Chemical Manufacturing: Key Skills Shaping the Industry’s Future

January 29

Interview Techniques That Bring Out the Best in Candidates

December 5

How to find the best candidates for your job openings

December 5

Love Letters to Your Career: Crafting a Winning Cover Letter

December 5

Cultivating a Positive Work Environment: Tips for Employers

November 20

How to attract and retain top talent in manufacturing

November 20

Crafting Careers in Manufacturing: A Guide to Different Job Opportunities in the Industry

November 20

Manufacturing industry trends we expect to see in 2024

October 31

Rockin’ Around the Office: Handley James’ Favourite Christmas Songs

October 31

Handley James Highlights: Celebrating Our Top 5 Achievements in 2023

October 3

New Year, New Career: Finding Your Dream Role in 2024 with Handley James

October 3

The Role of Technology in Senior-Level Recruitment: AI, Automation and Beyond

October 3

The Power of Personal Branding for Senior Executives: Strategies for Success

October 3

Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Senior-Level Hiring in 2023

September 1

The skills gap in senior-level manufacturing: How can we bridge it?

September 1

Avoiding Recruitment Nightmares in Manufacturing

September 1

How to Write a Killer Job Description

August 3

Screening Candidates Effectively in Manufacturing SMEs

August 3

The Dos and Don’ts of Interviewing for Senior-Level Roles in Manufacturing

August 3

The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Right Candidate for Your Manufacturing Company

July 10

The Challenges of Senior Level Manufacturing Recruitment

July 10

How to Attract Senior-Level Talent to Your Company

July 10

The Dos and Don’ts of Salary Negotiation

June 15

Handley James Recruitment: Helping You Find the Right Talent

June 15

Senior Level Recruitment: Internal vs External Hiring

June 15

The Most Common Mistakes We See in Senior Level Manufacturing Recruitment

May 12

Natalie’s 20th Anniversary in Manufacturing Recruitment

May 12

The Benefits of Partnering with a Manufacturing Senior-Level Recruitment Agency

May 12

5 Key Skills to Look for When Hiring Senior Manufacturing Professionals

April 21

Hiring the Right Senior Roles for Your Manufacturing Business

April 21

Finding the Right Talent for Senior Roles in Chemical Engineering

April 21

The Benefits of a 4 Day Working Week in Manufacturing and What It Could Mean for Productivity & Efficiency

March 23

4 Proven Ways to Retain Employees in Manufacturing

March 23

Senior Role Recruiting in Manufacturing Companies Through Strategic Planning

March 23

Stress Awareness Month: proactive management for employers

February 21

How to Choose the Right Recruiter to Help Your Manufacturing Company Grow

February 21

More Women To Be Supported Into STEM Jobs

February 21

4 Ways To Celebrate National Employee Appreciation Day

January 31

How to Kickstart a Career in Engineering

January 31

How to promote better mental health at work

January 31

Job hunting tips for 2023

January 16

7 Things Employees Love You To Consider

December 12

Manufacturing Skills Boost for Greater Manchester

December 12

Manufacturing Industry Trends for 2023

September 1

Client Case Study: Gericke Ltd

July 27

Candidate Case Study: Platinum Stairlifts

July 27

Client Case Study: Platinum Stairlifts

July 27

Candidate Case Study: Dekko

July 14

Client Case Study: Dekko

May 19

“I can’t wait for you to go back to the office!”

May 13

Holiday Quandary

May 11

It’s Over

April 6

Are you ok?

March 29

Mums, working from home and staying sane

March 26

Wow! Just look at the weather…

March 17

Important COVID-19 Announcement

February 23

On Reflection…

January 6

Recruitment and the Amazon Effect

December 20

Shutdown…Really??

November 4

Be Honest…That is all that is expected of you

October 12

Social Media & The Recruitment Industry

September 15

Linked In OR Linked Out

August 4

Post Brexit Britain OR Positive Change

July 25

SME Manufacturers

June 9

Work Life balance…can it be achieved

June 6

1st February 2016 – HJC Launch – A Big Thank You to Our Competitors!!!

June 6

22nd February 2016 – Great Candidate Feedback

June 6

7th March 2016 – Dream Big, Work Hard, Stay Focussed and Work With Good People

June 6

4th April 2015 A Unique and Refreshing Client Meeting…

June 6

18th April 2015 – Wow….

June 6

2nd May 2015 – Confidential Recruitment Strategies

June 6

16th May – HJC Interview Candidates at the Weekend…With Great Results

June 6

31st May – Spring Break Shutdown – is this really necessary???