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Recruiting In IT: What Are The Key Responsibilities Of An IT Recruiter?

Recruiting in IT requires a specific set of key skills and responsibilities. By understanding your company, they will find the best talent for you.

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Why Are Job Descriptions Important When Hiring Tech Talent?

Why are job descriptions important? In this tight labour market, you need to do all you can to attract the right hire and ensure that they are a suitable fit for your business. An effective job description will help focus your search.

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How Happiness Impacts Software Developer Productivity

Studies have found that software developer productivity is intrinsically linked to happiness levels. Happy developers are more likely to produce cleaner and more effective code during their sprint, and are less likely to look for a job elsewhere.

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Why You Should Work With a Birmingham Technology Recruitment Agency Like VIQU

Take advantage of the growing tech sector in Birmingham by using a Birmingham technology recruitment agency like VIQU. We have the knowledge, market insights and local connections to help you secure the best IT talent.

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Women In Tech: Interview With Director Of Technology, Naomi Lyons

In my latest Women in Tech interview, Naomi Lyons discusses her career as a Director of Technology and the advice she'd give her younger self about IT.

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The Six Biggest Challenges Of Managing A Remote Workforce

With many businesses choosing to offer hybrid and remote workplace models, it's important that these businesses acknowledge the challenges of managing a remote workforce, in order to ensure the right infrastructure is put in place.

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How An IT Specialist Recruitment Agency Will Benefit Your Business

With 95% of employers grappling with securing tech professionals, don’t struggle unnecessarily! Use an IT specialist recruitment agency like VIQU to help you obtain your next IT hire.

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How To Write A Killer Tech CV

Knowing how to write a killer tech CV is key to finding your next great tech job. Get your technical CV noticed by the best in the industry by ensuring your application is clear, and readable, but still impressive by following my top tips.

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VIQU Shortlisted For 2 Contracting Awards

We are delighted to announce that VIQU has been shortlisted for two awards by the Contracting Awards 2023! We are in the running for 'Best Contractor Recruitment Agency' and our very own Grant Baker has been nominated for 'Best Contractor Recruiter'!

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How To Run A Recruitment Campaign For Tech Talent

Knowing how to run a recruitment campaign in a successful way is crucial to being able to secure the best tech talent possible in this tight labour market. A creative recruitment campaign is now often the standard for many businesses.

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