Human resources

How to deliver bad news — to an individual or team

To help preserve morale, first assess the type of bad news, talk to HR and other stakeholders, and rehearse your announcement and responses to likely questions.

Supporting LGBTQ+ employees: 6 ways to strengthen inclusivity

Leaders can foster inclusivity for LGBTQ+ employees through policy, staff training, encouraging allyship, and more.

UK businesses looking for new workspace

Many companies desire flexible spaces and are unlikely to return to a private office.

Workplace inclusivity: Change starts at the top

LGBT+ workers across the world feel uncomfortable discussing their sexuality and gender identity at work, with a quarter of employees in the UK avoiding those discussions altogether.

UK professionals hesitant to seek mental health leave

Poll of 2,000 UK professionals shows that 67% are uncomfortable seeking mental health leave, and 28% of those would not even consider asking.

Women CFO appointments highest since 2021

New data shows that many companies are promoting talent internally through CFO succession plans.

Pay rates improve and recruitment declines at slowest pace this year

Recruitment rates continue to reflect a cautious hiring outlook in the UK, but a slower decline in hiring and improved pay growth shows signs of a steadier market, according to a monthly report by KPMG and the REC.

Companies focus on internal training to fill tech skills gaps

As talent recruitment poses challenges for companies, they are switching their focus to the development of existing staff, a new report shows.

Talent retention will challenge companies this year, report finds

In the accounting and finance sector, companies focus on providing work/life balance for employees, a recent HR survey shows.

A road map to avoid losing your way on digital transformation

A digital transformation expert says there’s no bad time for digital transformation and no set of KPIs. Why? Hear more in this podcast episode, or read the Q&A.

To bolster employee wellbeing, employers must look inward

New research from Oxford University found that employees do not engage with individual-level wellness interventions. The researcher behind the study says companies should focus on how they plan to improve jobs first.

Recruitment falls as employers continue to cut costs

Slow hiring rates in the UK have led to the sharpest rise in candidates in four months, according to a monthly report by KPMG and the REC.

Advice to support neurodiversity at work

A recent survey in the UK found that only 38% of employees say their organisation provides meaningful support for neurodivergent colleagues.

How finance leaders can motivate their teams (and themselves)

Experts suggest five tactics that can keep finance team members motivated, engaged, and performing well in their role.

Hiring slows in the UK, starting salaries rate falls to near 3-year low

Pay increase rates for new workers and demand for staff show continued declines, according to a monthly report by KPMG and the REC.

Return-to-office mandates: Considerations for employers

If employers want staff to return to the office, they need to consider what they’re willing to offer in return.

How to create an effective hybrid workplace

Hybrid offices, with their need for honed communication skills, are a part of the workplace evolution, the latest research by AICPA & CIMA explains.

4-day workweek pilot: Many companies report wellbeing benefits

A year on, participating organisations in a UK-focused trial say that the positives for employees and managers is leading to continued interest in a shorter workweek.

Starting salary growth falls further below historical average

Pay growth rates for new workers in the UK showed the lowest rise since March 2021, according to a report by KPMG and the REC.

Notable gaps between what Gen Z expects and what employers offer

Employers in a global survey see a significant gap between employee pay expectations and planned pay, fuelling flight risks for companies.

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