Social impact organisations now have the edge in attracting Gen Z workers in particular, but commercial organisations can still appeal to those seeking ethical alignment, according to new employer brand research.
Most jobseekers are now engaged in at least two hiring processes simultaneously, and 42% of hiring managers have lost candidates in the past year due to a slow recruitment process, according to a new report.
If HR leaders want a more inspired, engaged workforce, they should focus on making every process in the employee lifecycle "anti-boring", a culture and people strategist says.
Candidates who don't plan to stay with an organisation long-term can still be worth their weight in gold, according to a head of talent who is seeing people put corporate careers on hold to share their expertise.
An employer statement provides valuable context for an organisation's gender pay gap, but it also helps to "build a great narrative" around gender equality efforts, according to a leader at the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.
When an organisation's culture lacks a key element, return-to-office mandates simply won't work. Meanwhile employers often refer to diversity, equity and inclusion in their EVPs, but struggle to define why it's a good thing.
New research shows employers can't overlook the need for great benefits in their talent strategies, but the good news is that the most-valued offerings don't need to be costly.
Only 1% of EVPs discuss mature-age employment pathways, but given Australia's ageing workforce, it's an "absolutely crucial" concern, a branding expert says.
All employers should consider putting in place a workplace s-xual harassment prevention plan, even though such plans are only expressly prescribed in one jurisdiction, according to a risk management expert.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.