Despite what the papers say, many employers are still recruiting new staff; even if it’s only for a fixed-term appointment. So if you’re going through this process, what are the traps you can fall
into when drafting job ads?
Published 09.09.2009
When you advertise a job vacancy, there’s no requirement to disclose the salary on offer, though some recruiters choose to. But what are the potential downsides if you choose to stay silent about the
salary?
Published 11.10.2021
Whilst carrying out their work, some employees will either routinely or occasionally need to visit people in their homes. By law must these individuals undergo criminal records checks? If not can you
still insist on this?
Published 09.12.2015
You’ve offered a job to the best candidate. Upon accepting it, they notify you about a medical condition which could prevent them from carrying out the role. How do you tackle this potentially tricky
situation?
Published 06.12.2012
You’re recruiting for a job and want to reject any applicants with poor English language skills. However, you’re worried that this sort of decision may be discriminatory. What’s the legal position?
Published 25.02.2014
You’ve advertised a job role and received applications from several people who are clearly overqualified. Is it safe to reject a job applicant because they have more qualifications, skills and/or
experience than are needed for a job role?
Published 17.11.2022
You have two equally good internal candidates for a managerial role; one male and one female. As the man has no childcare responsibilities, he’s your preferred choice. Can you automatically promote
him over her?
Published 09.09.2011
You’re about to advertise a new job role and it would be really helpful if the post holder could drive. Is it okay to state that “all applicants must hold a full driving licence” or could such
wording be discriminatory?
Published 09.02.2017
The Department for Work and Pensions has banned an employer’s job ad seeking a “happy” employee. It claimed that the word “happy” is unlawful and cannot be used when recruiting. Is this true?
Published 24.09.2020
With Brexit looming, questions are being asked about how it will affect recruitment practices. One is whether employers will be able to insist that all job applicants must speak fluent English.
What’s the answer?
Published 07.01.2020