You’ve written to a job applicant inviting them to attend an interview which will be conducted online. They’ve now contacted you asking for the time to be changed as it’s “inconvenient”. Must you
rearrange the virtual interview?
Published 11.02.2021
A second interview can help you make a decision when there are several strong candidates. Alternatively, it can provide reassurance where your mind is already made up. What two questions should be
put to all second interviewees?
Published 25.11.2021
Many employers are now conducting meetings with staff and third parties using video conferencing facilities. If you’re in this situation, it’s best to put some ground rules in place for your
employees to follow. What should you include?
Published 21.04.2020
As part of your standard interview questions you ask candidates about their current or most recent salary. However, a colleague says that this type of question isn’t allowed. Can you ask prospective
employees for this information or not?
Published 26.09.2019
A job applicant has revealed that they secured work after covering an 18-month gap in their CV by creating a fictional self-employment. As this is becoming a common practice, what can you do to
protect yourself?
Published 25.04.2023
An internal vacancy has come up and one of your existing employees has recommended their spouse for the job. Although this option will avoid expensive recruitment costs, what should you bear in mind?
Published 30.11.2011
There’s a whole host of reasons why every new employee should go through a comprehensive induction procedure. But how can you ensure that your own process is as effective as possible?
Published 18.06.2015
You recently made a job offer but now wish to withdraw it. The prospective employee hasn’t done anything wrong but since the offer was made, your business needs have changed. What’s the legal
position?
Published 24.03.2016
Having called a job applicant for an interview, he’s queried whether you will pay his travelling expenses. Refuse and it could mean that the ideal candidate slips right through your fingers. How
should you play it?
Published 27.04.2012
During a job interview you’re not allowed to ask an applicant any question that may be deemed potentially discriminatory. But that doesn’t preclude you from finding out “helpful” information. How
might this be done?
Published 05.06.2013