New Year, New Job…
It sounds like a cliché, but really… is it time to look for another job and make a fresh start in 2019?
Looking and finding a new role is a difficult process for anyone and with so many hoops to jump through for jobs today it often seems like it’s easier to stay where you are than make a move. Perhaps that’s why so many people put it off until they are at the end of their tether and end up staying in a company for too long.…
How to use social media in your job search
Next time you post something to one of your social media profiles, consider whether it’s something you’d want a prospective employer to see.…
Positive steps being taken in the Engineering sector!
As an Engineering recruitment specialist we know there is a serious lack of engineering talent in the UK. According to the 2018 Engineering UK report, 37,000-59,000 engineering graduates and technicians are required annually to plug the current employer shortfall.…
Top Tips on How to Write a CV For Your Perfect Finance & Accounting Job
Regardless of what type of Finance & Accounting role you are looking for, your CV will be one of the most important things to get right!…
10 Good Reasons To Work With A Recruitment Agency
Businesses usually believe that by using a recruitment agency they are likely to see higher costs. However, have you ever considered the time and money you could save by using a recruitment specialist?…
Optima launches a new Finance & Accountancy Division
Following continued growth, Optima UK has recently launched a new Finance & Accounting Division which will be led by Dan Ingles.…
Our Top 5 Tips To Help Your Job Hunt During Christmas
Christmas and the New Year is once again almost upon us and as a recruitment specialist we know it’s not unusual for people to put off their job search until after the Christmas and New Year festivities.…
5 questions to ask yourself before applying for a new job
Imagine you’ve found the job of your dreams! What do you do next? Do you upload your CV and cover letter you’ve been using for every job application since you started looking or do you stop and think about your next steps?…
Listen more than you talk!
You know the autumn season has arrived when you see the old favourites like The X Factor, Strictly Come Dancing and The Apprentice return to our screens.…
Optima lights the way to a £9.75 million exit!
Many of our clients and candidates will probably know Optima as a recruitment specialist, but what they may not know is we support and drive business growth and provide structured support to SME’s in making plans and investments that will pay dividends in the future.…
10 tips to help you nail your next telephone interview!
Telephone Interview Top Tips
When you’re job searching it’s always advisable to be open to the idea of a telephone interview at a moment’s notice.…
We’re only human after all
So you’ve had the interview and it went pretty well. You’re feeling positive and you’ve been told you’ll hear either way by the end of the week.…
An eggs-cellent day with JP Pietersen!
We’d like to thank all our clients that helped us spread some Easter cheer this year. Instead of giving clients Easter eggs this year we asked for donations that were given to the Leicestershire Charity Link.…
It might be time to move on!
Moving is known to be one of the most stressful experiences in anyone’s life, whether that’s moving house, school or job.…
Our top tips to help you in your job search during the festive period!
You might think that the festive period is the worst time to look for a job. It’s probably the most unappealing, with most of the workforce winding down for a well- earned rest, but why not use that time to your advantage.…
How to stay productive and healthy at work during the festivities
Christmas is nearly here and with everyone rushing about to get things done for the big day it’s the time of year when people are less motivated and more likely to fall ill!…