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July 24, 2024

More than half of us report our mental health as ‘not good’: 5 reasons you should care, and 5 ways to fix it

Our mental health and day-to-day wellbeing are affected by numerous things, whether individually or in combination. Things like illness, bereavement, social life or lack thereof, your job and the security of it, your family circumstances among many other things. For so many of us, work is a huge part of our lives – we spend hours a day there, and it has a direct effect on our lives and wellbeing. It really isn’t a surprise that how we feel at work can impact the rest of our lives outside of the office.
July 15, 2024

Women in Finance: we've still got a way to go

We’re halfway through 2024, and whilst we shouldn’t need to be still having the conversation around the gender wage gap, and how women are kept out of boardrooms and passed over for opportunities, we are. Many businesses shout the words equality and diversity from various rooftops, yet despite these good intentions, these gaps and deficiencies still exist.
May 31, 2024

What sets Sewell Wallis apart from all the rest?

We're celebrating our Director, Kayley Haythornthwaite's 11 year anniversary, and chatting to her about what makes Sewell Wallis different from other recruitment businesses in the region.
May 29, 2024

Beyond Uni: Careers in Accountancy & Finance for UK Graduates

As your time at university draws to an end, what are your career plans? We talk you through the various options on offer, and how to best utilise the support of a good recruiter.
March 27, 2024

The Hidden Costs of the National Minimum Wage Increase for Businesses

​Last year the UK government announced significant increases to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW), set to take effect from 1 April 2024. While these changes are intended to support low-paid workers, they also bring about several hidden challenges for businesses that employers must be aware of.
February 26, 2024

Demystifying Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

​Diversity, equity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace is not just a moral obligation – it makes good business sense. As a leading recruiter with over 25 years of experience, I often advise companies on strategies to create an equitable and inclusive work culture that attracts and retains top talent from diverse backgrounds. I recently had the pleasure of running an HR Business Breakfast for 25 HR professionals in Sheffield alongside CMP Legal.