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Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Executive Search?
AI in hiring is either going to revolutionise the industry or make Executive Search Consultants obsolete, depending of course on who you ask. The Executive Search industry is facing the same questions as many others as we witness the rise of accessible AI technology. Will my job change? Should I be using AI? What can […]
Read moreDriving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Guide for Senior Leadership
According to McKinsey, “a strong business case for ethnic diversity is consistent over time, with a 39 percent increased likelihood of outperformance for those in the top quartile of ethnic representation versus the bottom quartile.” The case for diversity in organisations continues to gain traction, with the penalties for low diversity also showing that there […]
Read moreWhat is Headhunting?
One of the first questions we’re all asked when we meet people is ‘what do you do?’ If I answer this question with ‘I’m a headhunter’ it’s often met with a blank look, or an enquiry about whether I can get the questioner a job. So, what is headhunting, and how does it differ from […]
Read moreLife After Waste: Closing the Loop of the Circular Economy
How our clients are contributing to the circular economy in the UK. The circular economy is a hot topic in the realm of sustainability. Many of the clients that I work with are involved in some way with furthering the development of the circular economy in fascinating and innovative ways. What do we mean by […]
Read moreWaste Management and Logistics: Synergies and a Shared Outlook
As a Director at Newman Stewart, I have a view over the whole industrial sector in the UK. But my specialism and passion lie with Waste Management and Logistics. At first glance, these two industries have very obvious differences, but I am seeing increasing synergies between the two, and am often able to apply learnings […]
Read moreCareers at Newman Stewart – The Consultants’ View
Last week, I shared why I think Newman Stewart is a great place to grow your recruitment career. But I wouldn’t expect you to take my word for it! Here are the views of some of the team here at Newman Stewart on why they chose to join us and why they choose to stay. […]
Read moreWhy you should consider a career with Newman Stewart
Newman Stewart is a boutique, specialist, firm of head-hunters, serving clients in industrial sectors around the globe. After several years of solid performance and outperforming the market, we’re now looking to increase our growth trajectory over the next few years. That means we need to hire the best in the business to come and build […]
Read moreThe Maturation of the Waste Management Industry
Why the Waste Management Industry is one of the most exciting UK sectors to work in If you are not familiar with the Waste Management industry, you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s not the most exciting of sectors. And, although it may not be glamorous, I hope I can convince you that Waste Management […]
Read moreNewman Stewart appoints two new Operations Directors
Mike Pritchard-Howarth and Josephine Rust will lead the Delivery function as Newman Stewart looks to achieve ambitious growth plans in 2024 and beyond. Leeds, UK: Today, Newman Stewart, a boutique executive search and talent advisory firm based in Leeds, announces the appointment of two new Operations Directors to lead the delivery function of the growing […]
Read moreWhy organisational learning and development can be a recruiter’s secret weapon
As part of Newman Stewart’s personal development programme, Charlotte Vass (Associate Director) is currently completing a CIPD Level 5 qualification in Organisational Learning and Development. Here, she discusses how the course is going, why it’s helping her navigate the hydrogen sector, the importance of learning and development in recruitment, and what it’s like to never […]
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