Recruitment in Sheffield in 2011
This week the Office for Budget Responsibility predicted 160,000 less public sector job losses than originally thought. Good news for the public sector, but what’s in store for the private sector in 2011?
The coalition government sees the future of the economy in the hands of the SMEs and entrepreneurs, of which we have a heady mix in South Yorkshire. Has the area been some what protected from the wider national trends of unemployment as a result of the diverse industry sectors here? The resulting challenge of such diversity for many organisations with vacancies in 2011 will be to pinpoint the candidates with the exact skills and relevant experience amongst the many employees on the market. Recruitment firms by sifting and submitting only suitable potential candidates can save many man hours, and by outlining transferable skills can add real value. After all the attitude of an employee is key, skills can be taught.
Lack of experience will continue to be a major barrier for young people entering a competitive jobs market in 2011. The business community has a pivotal role to play in helping build bridges into the world of work. Apprenticeships - as well as other routes into work such as internships and temporary assignments - are a vital aspect of employment if we are to realise the potential of young people. The Government has committed to generating 75,000 apprenticeships but key ingredients of this initiative are incentives and support for the private sector employers. Those currently out of work should explore the options, including voluntary and temporary assignments which can provide a vital stepping stone into permanent employment. If employers and job seekers work with the smart consultancies in the recruitment sector, South Yorkshire will continue to fulfill its business potential.
