<h3>Hiring and Recruitment Insights</h3>
Welcome, tech experts and recruitment professionals!
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We are currently gathering experiences to build a report on the most significant challenges around hiring in the tech industry as we approach 2024.
To achieve this, we have created this survey to encourage you to share your insights regarding what you believe should be the key focuses as we enter the new year.
This survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete, and rest assured, the information you provide will not be shared with any third parties.
<h3>In the Tech Map survey, we will explore the following topics:</h3>
<ul>
<li>About You</li>
<li>Your Expertise</li>
<li>Company Growth &amp; Retention</li>
<li>Interview Process</li>
<li>Workplace Environment &amp; Culture</li>
<li>Pay &amp; Compensation</li>
<li>Market Challenges</li>
<li>Recruitment Channels</li>
<li>Future Outlook</li>
</ul>
The purpose of this report is to serve as a guide for the professional tech community, highlighting best practices and indicating where efforts should be concentrated. This is your opportunity to contribute to driving positive change and innovation in the coming year.
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If you're interested in learning more about the current outline of the tech industry then be sure to <a href="../../../../../../news/tags/source-insights/">check out our reports page</a> for the latest insights.
Also if you're interested in finding new skilled tech opportunites then head over to our <a href="../../../../../../jobs/">Jobs search</a>&nbsp;page for the latest roles.

Tech Map 2024

<h3 class="MsoNormal">What Makes Source Group International a Great Place to Work?</h3>
In a celebratory turn of events, <a href="https://www.sourcegroupinternational.com/">Source Group International </a>has been officially recognized as a 'Great Place to Work'. SGI is overjoyed to share this remarkable achievement and wishes to extend its gratitude to all who have contributed to this success.&nbsp;
In a recent Great Place to Work Survey, 90% of the IT recruitment group&rsquo;s employees said that when you join the company you are made to feel welcome. Each business entering the survey is studied against rigorous criteria, to rank and reveal which workplaces have received an award for 2024.
Both culture audits and employee perspectives from a spectrum of industries and company sizes are considered. SGI fits into the medium business category and is ranked against its peers in the recruitment <a href="https://www.greatplacetowork.co.uk/certified-company">sector</a>.
Validated employee feedback is gathered with GPTW&rsquo;s rigorous, data-driven For All methodology.&nbsp; Their unparalleled benchmark data is used to recognize Great Place to Work-Certified organisations.&nbsp; Their mission is to better all workplaces and recognise the best-in-class companies in terms of culture and team.
Employees at SGI say that the company is a great place to work because of its: 
Collaborative culture: Employees feel supported by their colleagues and managers, and they are encouraged to share ideas and collaborate on projects. 93% of employees feel they can be themselves fully at work.
Commitment to employee development: SGI offers a variety of opportunities for employees to grow and develop their skills, both through formal training programs and on-the-job experiences.
Commitment to DE&amp;I: SGI provides a safe space for all employees, no matter their background. 100% of employees agreed that employees at SGI are treated fair regardless of their race, age, sexual orientation, or gender.
Lawrence Hargreaves (Co-Founder) on the 2023 results: &ldquo;SGI being ranked a Great Place to Work is a huge cause for celebration for us. But it doesn&rsquo;t stop there. SGI is built on a notion of continuous improvement, our workplace is engaged in a constant process of asking, listening, and acting, putting our employee voice at the centre of everything we do. This recognition is exciting for us, but it certainly doesn&rsquo;t stop there!&rdquo;
&ldquo;We congratulate Source Group International, on achieving their Certification,&rdquo; said Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work UK. &ldquo;Organisations that put the employee experience at the heart of their business, gain their employees&rsquo; trust and deliver outstanding business results."
<h3 class="MsoNormal">What Employees Are Saying</h3>
Here are some of the things that employees have said about working at SGI:
&ldquo;I&rsquo;ve truly enjoyed my time at SGI, and truly don&rsquo;t believe there are many other avenues I could have taken to reach the success I&rsquo;ve seen so far. I&rsquo;m ahead of my wildest expectations I had before I joined, and it all came down to a great platform, and working hard.&rdquo;
&ldquo;To me, Source is about the people and the environment. There&rsquo;s such a buzz to the office.&rdquo;
&ldquo;My career has really taken off at Source. The ongoing commitment, dedication, and trust from the Directors, the overall culture, has been a big factor.&rdquo;
 Why Join SGI?
If you're looking for a great place to work, <a href="https://www.sourcegroupinternational.com/work-for-us/">Source Group International</a> is the place for you. SGI puts it&rsquo;s people first, providing a platform that builds and nurtures professional futures.
SGI&rsquo;s vision for the future is to make a positive difference to people&rsquo;s lives, by helping people and organisations discover their potential.
Congratulations to everyone at SGI for this incredible accreditation.&nbsp;

SGI Recognised as a Great Place to Work 2023

The Cyber Security market is the place to be right now. Demand for Cyber Security professionals is through the roof and supply can&rsquo;t keep up. It's predicted that in <a href="https://cybersecurityventures.com/jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2023 there&rsquo;ll be a shortage of 3.5 million Cyber Security professionals</a>. But what&rsquo;s driving demand? How can the market keep up? What&rsquo;s the future of Cyber Security?
With so much shifting within the industry, new developments, new technologies and new challenges, it&rsquo;s tricky to see what comes next.
First, we need to understand what&rsquo;s driving demand for Cyber Security professionals.
<h2>Why is the level of demand so high?</h2>
Over the last few years we&rsquo;ve seen the number of cyber attacks significantly increase. Businesses have suffered reputational damage, financial losses and legal ramifications. Those consequences have resulted in companies stepping up their commitment to understanding and mitigating cyber security attacks. But to do that, they need Cyber Security experts.
<h3>Rise of AI and machine learning</h3>
When we think of hackers, we think of one individual squirrelled away in a room on their laptop until the small hours of the morning. But that&rsquo;s not the reality. Cyber Hacking today is a multi-billion dollar enterprise, and one that&rsquo;s utilising all new technologies to find smarter and more effective ways to navigate security.
Using Artificial Intelligence and machine learning hackers can increase their end-to-end-attack life from hours to days or even weeks. With machine learning in the mix, the software can learn what&rsquo;s working and what&rsquo;s not and continually adapt, increasing the threat and likelihood of a security breach.
<h3>Cloud technology</h3>
The shift to remote working combined with an increase in the level of personal data collected and stored by businesses means Cloud technology has never been more important. To give an idea of scale, <a href="https://quantium.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/BFM_Quantium.pdf">in 2020 every person on Earth created 1.7MB of data every second</a>. With that much personal information held remotely there&rsquo;s a real security risk.
By hosting cloud technology with third parties, access is granted to a range of people and organisations creating more entry ways for hackers to exploit.
<h3>Ransomware attacks</h3>
In the most extreme <a href="https://www.ibm.com/downloads/cas/EV6NAQR4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ransomware attacks hackers have demanded $40-80 million payments</a> from their victims, making ransomware attacks a serious threat. Through increased use of remote desktop access hackers have been able to access sensitive data to leverage.
With new, sophisticated technology and tactics such as social engineering, digital extortion and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) the use and severity of ransomware attacks is on the rise and something businesses need to plan for. 
<h2>Impact of Cyber Security breaches</h2>
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">20% of organisations in the UK</a> have reported experiencing a data breach accident once per month. With that many businesses impacted it&rsquo;s clear that Cyber Security has to be on the agenda of any forward-thinking company.
The cost of cyber security breachers <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">averages annually at around &pound;15,300 per victim</a>. That&rsquo;s a significant contribution towards the salary of an expert employee who can prevent those attacks from happening.
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<h2>Future for Cyber Security</h2>
What&rsquo;s clear is that this is an industry set to grow. By the end of this year it&rsquo;s estimated the <a href="https://hrforecast.com/global-labor-market-insights-june-2023-edition/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cyber Security industry will be worth over $202 billion</a>. Unsurprisingly that growth has translated into demand for experts, and over the last two years <a href="https://hrforecast.com/global-labor-market-insights-june-2023-edition/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">demand for Cyber Security professionals has grown by 60%</a>.&nbsp; 
But when we talk about demand for Cyber Security professionals, we aren&rsquo;t just talking about traditional IT roles. Non-IT roles such as project managers, business analyst, business development managers and customer experience employees are also seeing cyber security knowledge filter into their job descriptions. Showing how Cyber Security is becoming everyone&rsquo;s responsibility and over the next few years we&rsquo;ll see more roles taking responsibility for digital security in one way or another.
For businesses the increase in demand combined with the shortfall in Cyber Security professionals means the job market is going to become even more competitive. Requiring organisations to think about the overall compensation strategies but also ensuring they retain the skilled experts they already have.
With <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2.39 million instances of cyber crime across all UK businesses</a>, this isn&rsquo;t an issue that&rsquo;s going to go away. It&rsquo;s one that&rsquo;s going to become more focused, more skilled and more serious. Which means it&rsquo;s an issue that needs proactively managing so you have the expertise in place before you need them.
If a role in Cyber Security sounds like your next career move be sure to<a href="../../../../../jobs/"> check our jobs board </a>for the latest Cyber opportunities.

Why Cyber Security Professionals are in High Demand: Insights and Trends

Tech Jobs in Switzerland: Your Path to Success 

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We are thrilled to announce that Source Group International, has been honoured with the People's Platform for Company Culture Award. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace environment and reflects our dedication to the well-being and satisfaction of our employees.
 The People's Platform for Company Culture Award recognizes organizations that prioritize and cultivate a positive and inclusive workplace culture. It is a testament to our relentless efforts to create an environment where employees can thrive, collaborate, and discover their full potential.
 "We are incredibly proud to receive the People's Platform for Company Culture Award," said Gavin Tew, Co-Founder @ SGI. " This achievement is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our entire team to promote a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous growth. It highlights the value we place on our employees and their contributions to our organization's success."
<h3> Celebrating our Brilliant Team</h3>
 The People&rsquo;s Platform Award recognises organisations that prioritise their employees&rsquo; well-being and satisfaction. 10,000+ companies evaluated, and SGI ranked in the top 50 successful companies.
At SGI, company culture is more than just a buzzword; it is a cornerstone of our philosophy, our people really are at the centre of everything we do. By fostering open communication, encouraging innovation, and prioritizing employee well-being, we have created an environment that inspires creativity, engagement, and high performance.
We&rsquo;re looking forward to seeing the rest of 2023 as we continue to deliver our people-first strategy for success.&nbsp;
If you're looking to join a company that puts its people first, that will provide you with the platform and experience to build and nurture your professional career, then <a href="../../../../../../work-for-us/">check us out!&nbsp;</a>

SGI Receives People's Platform Award for Company Culture

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<h3>Embracing the Seeds of Change</h3>
In January 2022, we partnered with <a href="https://ecologi.com/">Ecologi </a>as part of our CSR promise. SGI made the bold pledge to plant a tree for every successful placement made with you, our customers. This commitment has led to establishing our very own SGI Rainforest, symbolising our dedication to combating climate change, restoring ecosystems, and giving back to communities.
Today, we are thrilled to announce that we have planted an impressive 1910 trees in the SGI Forest! This achievement is a testament to our customers' invaluable support and trust.
<h3> What is Ecologi?&nbsp;</h3>
UK- Based start-up Ecologi, is on a mission to reduce half the world&rsquo;s projected greenhouse gas emission by 2040. With Ecologi, businesses and individuals can fund planet-positive projects and offset carbon through subscriptions. Since they formed, Ecologi have helped to plant over 60 million tree in reforestation projects around the world. They have offset over 2 million tonnes of CO2, which is the equivalent of taking 400,000 cars of the road. Ecologi have helped over 19,000 businesses taken climate action.
<h3> Tracking Progress and Making an Impact</h3>
We invite you to join us in tracking the growth of the SGI Rainforest on our <a href="https://ecologi.com/sourcegroupinternati">dedicated Ecologi page</a>.&nbsp;
So far, we've planted trees in:
<ul>
<li>Madagascar&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ethiopia</li>
<li>Kenya</li>
<li>Mozambique</li>
<li>Morocco</li>
<li>Tanzania</li>
<li>Nicaragua</li>
<li>Uganda&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h3>Going Beyond Tree Planting</h3>
The SGI CSR promise extends beyond tree planting. It encompasses our commitment to working with communities and driving measurable change. Through our partnership with Ecologi, we also support the Eden Rainforest Project, which enables people in rural communities worldwide to earn a consistent liveable income whilst restoring the environment and improving fisheries, agriculture, and carbon sequestration. For many people, this is their first chance at earning a reliable income, which is transformational, enabling them access to clean water, food security and education for their children.
<h3> Proud Partners of Ecologi&nbsp;</h3>
So far, the Ecologi community of 40,723 members has funded the planting of 66.1 million trees, which has avoided 2.7 million tonnes of Co2. It's incredible to see the impact we can have when we work together!
Thank you to all our customers for their support of our CSR initiatives. Together, let's keep planting trees, embracing sustainable practices, and building a brighter tomorrow for future generations.&nbsp;
If you want to learn more about how we are giving back to our community, please check out our Source Talks Community page, we are hosting a <a href="../../../../../../events/women-in-tech-leading-the-way-to-a-more-inclusive-future/">Women in Tech webinar</a> soon to promote diversity across the technology community.

Embracing Sustainability

<h3>Expanding into Dallas</h3>
We are thrilled to announce that three of our talented team members, Raz, Carl, and George, are embarking on an exciting journey as they jump over the pond to join SGI USA.&nbsp;
We would like to congratulate and thank them for all the hard work and time they have put into making this possible. Raz, George and Carl are all key pillars of success at SGI and with their diverse experiences and unwavering commitment to excellence, they will undoubtedly make waves in the US market.&nbsp;
The Engineering team will join the USA Cyber Team already making waves across Texas.&nbsp;
"Having led the team in our Nordics region, I am absolutely thrilled to be diving into the exciting Dallas market with SGI. It's an incredible opportunity to bring our expertise and tailored approach to this rapidly growing technology landscape. I am also delighted to have the opportunity to work alongside such supportive colleagues as George and Carl. Together, with the unwavering support of SGI, we feel set up for success!" Raz Karim, former Lead Managing Consultant of SGI Nordics.
&nbsp;
<h3>Driving Forward into a New Market</h3>
At SGI, we believe in continuously pushing boundaries and exploring new horizons. Our expansion across the US represents our commitment to broadening our reach and offering our exceptional services to a wider community. We invite professionals seeking new opportunities to explore how SGI can help drive their careers forward.
If you&rsquo;re an employer looking to expand your engineering team or looking for a new career challenge &ndash; connect with the team <a href="../../../../../source-technology/">here</a>.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
<h3>Why Work with SGI</h3>
At SGI, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of health, social, and learning. At SGI, you will have the chance to collaborate with industry experts, gain exposure to diverse markets, and make a real impact in the recruitment industry.
Are you ready to take your career to new heights?&nbsp;
Discover the benefits of joining our dynamic team, including professional development programs, a supportive work environment, and the chance to work with leading organizations across various industries.&nbsp;
Working at SGI is a game-changing opportunity, see it for yourself, <a href="../../../../../work-for-us/">here</a>.&nbsp;

SGI Launches USA Dallas Engineering Team

Source Group International is taking a stance to improve the future. We want to rally the troops and&nbsp;remind all that women are powerful, intelligent, and capable of achieving anything they set their minds to.&nbsp;
But what does it really mean to say that the future is female? For starters, it means that we need to work towards a world where women are no longer held back by gender stereotypes or discrimination.&nbsp;
Playing the field
But it's not just about leveling the playing field. The future is female because women bring unique perspectives and strengths to the table. <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-wins-how-inclusion-matters">Research</a> has shown that companies with diverse leadership teams perform better than those without, and having more women in leadership positions can lead to more inclusive decision-making and better outcomes for everyone.&nbsp;
The Challenges
Of course, there are still many challenges to overcome. Women still face discrimination, harassment, and violence in many parts of the world. They are often underrepresented in positions of power, and they still earn less than men on average. But the fact that the future is female means that we have the potential to change all of that. By working together to create a more equitable and just society, we can ensure that women have the opportunities and support they need to thrive.
So what can we do to make the future truly female?
We can support women in our personal and professional lives. We can mentor young girls and women, help them develop their skills and talents, and advocate for their rights and opportunities.&nbsp;
In conclusion, the future is female because women are powerful, intelligent, and capable of achieving great things. By working together to break down gender barriers and create a more equitable society, we can ensure that women have the opportunities and support they need to thrive. So let's embrace the future with open arms, and continue to work towards a world where women can truly shine.
Join us on our mission to improve the future and enable everyone to <a href="https://www.sourcegroupinternational.com/discover-sgi/diversity/">discover their potential</a>.&nbsp;

The Future is Female

Career satisfaction is something we&rsquo;re all looking for from our professions. Being happy and fulfilled in a job makes a difference to the quality of your work, to your performance, and to your results.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Recruitment can be a rewarding career. The chase, the buzz of a signed contract, the rewards. There&rsquo;s nothing like it but that&rsquo;s not the only rewarding thing about it, here are some more reasons why we believe recruitment is one of the most rewarding careers you&rsquo;ll ever have.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
You make a real difference in people&rsquo;s lives&nbsp;
How can a recruiter make a difference to people&rsquo;s lives? You aren&rsquo;t a heart surgeon or scientist researching ways to beat life-threatening illnesses but hear us out. The average person spends over 84,000 hours across our lifetime and that should be spent somewhere they love. As recruiters, we have the power to find people that special place that they absolutely adore. Making work feel like play. We learn about people&rsquo;s stories and situations and find the best workplace for them. If that&rsquo;s not making a significant difference to people&rsquo;s lives then we don&rsquo;t know what is.&nbsp;
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You meet a huge range of amazing people&nbsp;
Clients, colleagues, and candidates. If you&rsquo;re someone who thrives on personal interaction then you&rsquo;ll find a career in recruitment hugely rewarding. Your day will be spent engaging with a wealth of people, finding out their stories, their goals, and piecing the puzzle together.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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You can progress through the ranks&nbsp;
We all love to make progress. In recruitment that doesn&rsquo;t have to be a process that takes years and years. If you work hard, get results and have the right attitude you&rsquo;ll be on the fast track to success. Many companies have a transparent structure so you can see your career progression opportunities and you have a clear path for promotion.&nbsp;
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You&rsquo;re constantly challenged&nbsp;
No day is the same. Whether it&rsquo;s being out of the office meeting clients or negotiating contracts, something is always happening. The busy pace pushes you to face new challenges head on so you keep on learning new skills. At the end of every day you&rsquo;ll be amazed by what you&rsquo;ve achieved and how much you&rsquo;ve learned.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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You have freedom&nbsp;
We will add a caveat to this one. It&rsquo;s highly unlikely that you&rsquo;ll have total freedom and autonomy. But you will be able to dictate your day, and once you&rsquo;re fully trained it&rsquo;s likely you&rsquo;ll be running your own clients and candidates. The ability to choose which tasks you do, set your own deadlines and priorities and be flexible with your workload is a big part of the role which makes it so rewarding.&nbsp;
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You get to compete, and hopefully win&nbsp;
When you work in recruitment you&rsquo;re constantly in competition. With yourself, with your colleagues, with other recruiters. The thrill when you win is like no other.&nbsp;&nbsp;Winning relies on your innovation and ability to find new ways to attract the best candidates and clients before trying to pair the two together. There&rsquo;s no other job out there that fosters such a sense of competition and gives such delight when you win.&nbsp;
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You influence the clients you work with&nbsp;
Knowing that your work, efforts and opinions make a difference is hugely rewarding. As a recruiter you&rsquo;re putting forward people to work in someone else&rsquo;s business, in turn they will make a positive difference to that business. The more experienced you become the bigger that impact through strategic hiring decisions and the client taking your opinions and advice on board.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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You&rsquo;re rewarded for your hard work&nbsp;
Regardless of your base salary, with commission you&rsquo;re directly rewarded for your hard work. The more successful your clients are, the more successful you are. It&rsquo;s that simple and makes for a thrilling, but infinitely rewarding career.&nbsp;
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When you hit a target, close that deal or conquer every challenge in front of you it&rsquo;s clear how personally rewarding a career in recruitment can be. Combine that with the positive impact on businesses, and individuals and it adds an extra level of satisfaction to your work.&nbsp;
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Do you want to feel those rewards in your career? Leave the ordinary recruitment career behind and discover your potential. SGI are hiring across our global locations, and we&rsquo;re looking for talent to join us. Find out more about life at SGI <a style="color: inherit;" href="../../../../../../work-for-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here.</a>&nbsp;

One of the most rewarding careers you'll ever have

It feels that personal branding has become the buzzword of choice recently. Unlike other buzzwords, it&rsquo;s one that&rsquo;s here to stay. But what is personal branding? Do you need it? And how do you uncover your personal brand?&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ve got all the answers you need to start harnessing the power of personal branding.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
What is your personal brand?&nbsp;
We all understand what a business brand is - it&rsquo;s the colours, logos, words, voice and tone that a business puts out there to identify itself. A personal brand is the same. It&rsquo;s the sum of all the parts you put out into the world - whether online or in person to promote yourself.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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That might be through your social media profiles, your website if you have one, the way you conduct yourself in meetings or in emails. It&rsquo;s everything about your skills, personality, experience and conduct that create your unique self.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Why is your personal brand important?&nbsp;
From a professional standpoint it&rsquo;s crucial to discover your personal brand to understand the impact you&rsquo;re having. Particularly in a career such as recruitment where relationship building and networking are entwined with your success.&nbsp;
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Your personal brand is what makes you stand out from the crowd, it&rsquo;s what people remember and it&rsquo;s what makes you likeable, or not.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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When everyone in a business is exceptional the differentiating factor is their personal brand. It&rsquo;s part of your credibility, your presence and your career. Without it you blend into the background and when it comes to new opportunities or promotions you have to fight to get recognition. When all other areas are tied, those with a strong personal brand will already have made the necessary impact making it easier for them to progress.&nbsp;
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How do you discover your personal brand?&nbsp;
Once you understand the concept you can start to discover what your personal brand is. It&rsquo;s likely that, especially online, you&rsquo;ve already got the start of a personal brand but the key is to be more intentional about developing it.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Here are some tips to get started:&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Find your why&nbsp;
Start by thinking about what motivates you, what gets you out of bed in the morning and what you want to achieve. Then take a moment to reflect on what achievements and skills you&rsquo;re proudest of.&nbsp;
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Identifying what drives you, what you enjoy and your goals will help guide the content and focus of your personal brand.&nbsp;
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Discover your values&nbsp;
Do you know what you care about? To progress your career you need to make sure that what you care about and your values have synergy with those of your employer. That&rsquo;s not to say they need to be exactly the same but there needs to be some connection.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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When your goals align with those of your employer or client, your work takes on a new level.&nbsp;
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Uncover your audiences&nbsp;
Who are your stakeholders? Employer, colleagues, clients, past employers, friends, professional network? Understanding who is in your sphere of influence will help you take charge of how your personal brand needs to develop.&nbsp;
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Audit your current brand&nbsp;
Even without trying you will have a personal brand. You need to uncover what that is. Talk to friends, colleagues, your line manager and take a look at your online presence. You need to know where your starting point is and whether you&rsquo;re happy with it.&nbsp;
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How do you build your personal brand?&nbsp;
The key to building your personal brand is visibility. You don&rsquo;t have to go from being an introvert to an extrovert. It&rsquo;s about being authentically visible.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Make sure your online presence is up-to-date and reflect your values and goals then share relevant content that you connect with.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Network and share your details with interesting people and then follow up.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Dress in a way that is you but also supports your professional goals.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Actions speak louder than words so make sure your actions encapsulate your values.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Most of all, be aware that you have a personal brand, what it is and what you&rsquo;d like it to be. Once you do that it&rsquo;ll be far easier for you to be authentic and make an impact.&nbsp;
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Source Group International are on the lookout for fresh talent to join our global journey. Hardworking, determined, ready to leave the ordinary recruitment career behind? Speak to our internal talent team today to find out about our current opportunities. careers@sourcegroupinternational.com&nbsp;

Discovering your personal brand

Starting a new career can be confusing, scary and awkward. Breaking into that new role, moving house and setting up a new life can all be stressful things. That’s why you need to make sure it’s worthwhile and going to bring you the satisfaction you crave.&nbsp;&nbsp;That’s why you need to consider discovering a career in recruitment in the bright lights of London. A city, and career filled with promise, rewards and opportunities.&nbsp; Why recruitment?&nbsp;Recruitment can be one of the most rewarding careers you’ll ever have. For many of the people we work with they can’t think of anything else they’d rather be doing.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;From tracking down the best candidates to securing the deal there’s always something happening, something to celebrate and something to learn.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;It’s also a career that allows you freedom to manage your workload, control your diary and shape your day. Once you’ve passed your training it’s likely that you’ll be in charge of your daily activities, arranging meetings with potential clients and candidates then managing those relationships.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Not only that but you get to make a real difference in people’s lives. You’re helping them find the right job that will bring them happiness and you’re helping businesses to find the right person to propel them forward. However you look at it, you’re making a difference and that feels great.&nbsp;&nbsp;When you combine that with the challenges you’ll conquer, the progress you’ll make and the rewards you’ll be given it’s a career you need to give some serious thought to.&nbsp; Why London?&nbsp;Recruitment is needed everywhere. It’s not specific to one place, or industry. So why should you discover your recruitment career in London?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;For us, London is a special place. Spending time living, and working in London puts you right in the thick of it all. Here are some reasons why London needs to be your starting point.&nbsp;<ul><li>The talent pool - life moves fast in the city but so does talent. The entrepreneurial spirit of the capital makes it an exciting place and people are looking for their next opportunity.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>The connections - whether it’s transport or networking you’ll never be stuck. London is a big city but the transport network makes it easy to hop from one place to another making it easier for you to meet people and build your network.&nbsp;</li><li>The world profile - London is where it happens. It’s on the world stage, businesses build their headquarters here, world events take place here. It’s a thriving city full of opportunity and promise and you’ll want to be part of it.&nbsp;</li></ul> Make it happen&nbsp;But how do you make it happen? How do you start your career in recruitment in London? It’s not as scary as it first seems.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The first step is to decide whether you want to work in-house or for an agency. It’s also worth considering if there’s a particular field you’re interested in e.g. technology, finance. Then it’s time to do your research, identifying potential employers and what opportunities they have.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Alongside that work it’s worth starting to develop your online brand and to build your network. Connecting with previous employers, colleagues, friends and anyone else that might be able to give you an insight into the world of recruitment.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tenacity is the key to the next step. Applying for opportunities, direct approaches and tracking down the perfect workplace for you to begin your recruitment career.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Throughout your job hunt it’s important to consider the type of employer you want to work for. What values do you hold dear and want reflected in your workplace, what lifestyle do you want, what career progression. Choosing the right place to work is just as important as finding the right job and industry.&nbsp;&nbsp; Reap the benefits&nbsp;A recruitment career in London could be one of the best decisions you’ve made. You’ll meet new people, you’ll be able to enjoy the city, you’ll be in a satisfying, rewarding job where you can grow and progress.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;That’s the benefits you could be enjoying. Those benefits won’t disappear, they’ll build over time and you’ll be thankful you discovered this new career.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Want to leave the ordinary recruitment career behind and discover your potential? SGI are hiring across our global locations, and we’re looking for talent to join us. Find out more about life at SGI <a href="https://www.sourcegroupinternational.com/work-for-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: inherit;">here.</a>&nbsp;

Discovering your career in recruitment in London

Whether you&rsquo;re looking for that elusive first job or shifting your career focus, landing your dream role in recruitment can feel a bit tricky. When you peel back the mystery it&rsquo;s relatively straightforward, as long as you&rsquo;re willing to go the extra mile and commit yourself to the process.&nbsp;
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We&rsquo;ve raked through our collective experience and pulled together our 10 steps to making that jump.&nbsp;
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1. Understand yourself&nbsp;
Recruitment is a fast-paced, exciting career path and you need to make sure that you&rsquo;re going to thrive in that environment. If you&rsquo;re thinking about starting your dream career in recruitment it&rsquo;s worth taking some time to think about your skills, weaknesses, ambitions and priorities to make sure that you&rsquo;re applying to the right roles.&nbsp;
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2. Do your research&nbsp;
Do you want to work in-house or for an agency? Both are recruitment but they have their own quirks and benefits. Making the right decision for you will be the foundation of your career. Talk to others in those positions and do your research, identifying which route is best for you and who those employers are.&nbsp;
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3. Build your personal brand&nbsp;
What is a personal brand? It&rsquo;s all the information you put out into the world and how you put it out there. Making sure your CV is high-quality, your LinkedIn profile is up-to-date, your social media platforms are either locked down or the content is suitable for a potential employer to view. It&rsquo;s also worth doing a google of your name and seeing what comes up.&nbsp;
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4. Target your dream employer&nbsp;
With your research completed, you can start to keep an eye on opportunities at your dream employer. If they don&rsquo;t have any advertised vacancies then it&rsquo;s always worth contacting the hiring manager directly for an informal chat to make yourself and your ambitions known.&nbsp;
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5. Look for opportunities&nbsp;
Job boards, LinkedIn, word of mouth, company websites. Your job is to become the Sherlock Holmes of the recruitment world - sniffing out your opportunity. Don&rsquo;t wait for it to come to you, be proactive and if you still can&rsquo;t find anything online, pick up the phone and start calling agencies and businesses to create an opportunity.&nbsp;
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6. Network&nbsp;
If you aren&rsquo;t getting anywhere through traditional methods then it&rsquo;s time to start building a network. Do you know anyone who works in the sector or companies you want to work? Do any of your friends know anyone? Are you connected on LinkedIn? Put yourself out there and start building your network.&nbsp;
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7. Planning and preparation&nbsp;
An interview isn&rsquo;t the time to wing it. Take your time and prepare yourself. Think about the type of questions you might be asked and your answers. Research the company and think about what you want to find out about them. You want to build a rapport with them and this is your opportunity to get under the skin and find out if it&rsquo;s the right place to kick start your career in recruitment.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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8. Smash that interview&nbsp;
Take a deep breath, lay off the caffeine, arrive 5 minutes early, have your questions ready and be your best self. Use all your research, practice and passion to show them why you would be amazing at the role.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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9. Decision time&nbsp;
Even if your dream employer offers you a position, take a moment to think about it properly. Is the package what you were expecting, what promotion opportunities are there, does the start date work for you? You need to think long-term when making this decision, so don&rsquo;t rush into it.&nbsp;
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10. Keep one step ahead&nbsp;
Congratulations on your new job! Recruitment is a roller coaster of a profession so strap yourself in. But don&rsquo;t settle for average. Progress your career by keeping one step ahead. Seek out any opportunity, constantly develop yourself and build your network.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Launching your dream career in recruitment comes down to a few key factors. Passion, determination, preparation and perseverance. With those 4 qualities you&rsquo;ll be unstoppable, not just in landing that first role but in building a long, happy, rewarding career.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Take it one step at a time and if in doubt borrow the Scout&rsquo;s motto and &ldquo;Always be prepared&rdquo;.
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Source Group International are on the lookout for fresh talent to join our global journey. Hardworking, determined, ready to leave the ordinary recruitment career behind? Speak to our internal talent team today to find out about our current opportunities. careers@sourcegroupinternational.com&nbsp;

10 steps to landing your dream career in recruitment 

We are delighted to announce that we&rsquo;ve been named a Finalist in the British Recruitment Awards 2022.
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With a range of categories including &lsquo;Best Overall Candidate Experience,&rsquo; &lsquo;Diversity &amp; Inclusion Initiative of the Year&rsquo; and &lsquo;Rising Star of the Year&rsquo; the British Recruitment Awards 2022 sets out to discover and celebrate the individuals and teams that are truly passionate about recruitment&rsquo;s role in building a thriving organisation.
This year, just over 130 entries were received from organisations across the UK, and so competition to be named a Finalist proved to be very tough. Firms taking part range from start-up innovators to public sector heroes, tech superstars, global titans and everything in between.
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The British Recruitment Awards 2022 judges include:
&bull; Prof Emma Parry, Head of Changing World of Work Group at Cranfield School of Management
&bull; Scarlett Allen-Horton, Founder &amp; Director at Harper Fox Search Partners
&bull; Richard Waite, People &amp; Culture Director at Grant Thornton
&bull; Sarah McGuire, Head of Talent &amp; Resourcing at Manchester United
&bull; Yasar Ahmad, Global VP of Talent at HelloFresh
&bull; Nate Harwood, Founder at New Possible
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We are honoured to be finalists for the Technology Recruitment Agency of the Year! What an incredible year it has already been, with new levels of exponential growth for SGI, here&rsquo;s to us! Looking forward to the awards announcement, congratulations to all other finalists!
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We&rsquo;ll find out if we&rsquo;ve won at an awards ceremony in Central London on the 10th of November 2022.
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Nate Harwood, Founder of <a href="https://newpossible.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">New Possible</a> and British Recruitment Awards judge said: &ldquo;Hiring great people is key to building a thriving organisation and we're immensely proud to recognise the inspirational teams and individuals that are working hard to make this happen day-in, day-out. The quality and diversity of entries has made judging a challenge, but also a real privilege. Congratulations to all the Finalists who are helping to showcase British recruitment leadership on a truly global scale.&rdquo;
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The British Recruitment Awards is powered by <a href="https://newpossible.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">New Possible, a next-generation employee insight platform</a>. New Possible helps leaders build healthier organisations by providing meaningful insight that can drive real change.
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We’re a Finalist in the British Recruitment Awards 2022

Our 7th anniversary of Source was filled with celebrations!
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We are a business founded on the principles of performance and well-being, discovering the best in the talent we work with. Source launched in 2015 with just two founders, and now we have reached a headcount of over 100. Our journey has only just started, and we have so many exciting developments coming.
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Here are some of our highlights over the last 7 years!
- Reached a headcount of over 100
- Opened 4 global offices
- Discovered talent in 2 continents
- We've won 8 awards
- Launched the SGI recruitment academy
- Hosted 4 High Flyers trips
- Raised over &pound;20,000 for our chosen charities
- Planted over &pound;1000 trees with Ecologi
- Built a business focussed on wellbeing and performance
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We had a fantastic time celebrating our Birthday with a Bake Off all in aid of Meningitis Now and Black Girls Code. Thank you to everyone who baked cakes, there were some fabulous creations! A huge well done to Mani who won Star Baker, your four-tiered cake was an absolute showstopper!
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 Here's to many more years!

Source Turns 7!

Team SGI are excited to announce that we are Finalists for Employer of the Year at the Scale-Up Awards 2022! This is an incredible achievement for Source Group International, considering the judging panel oversaw over 400 entries. <a href="https://www.businessleader.co.uk/live-events/scale-up-awards/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Scale-Up Awards</a> are formed of 15 categories and recognise the best in UK businesses. We’re looking forward to seeing all other finalists at the awards announcement on the 3rd of November! What an achievement! Being recognised as a finalist in these National Awards reflects the success at SGI over the past year, with a 20% increase in our staff numbers, reaching 100+ headcount, 3 office moves for our global teams and continued success across our customer network. Thank you to the whole team at SGI for their continued hard work!Congratulations to all other finalists. See you at the awards ceremony in November!

We’re Finalists for Employer of the Year at the Scale-Up Awards 2022

Why choose a career in recruitment? Working in recruitment is a rewarding experience for many people. If you’re an outgoing person with a passion for helping others, you might be thinking about a career in recruitment and a career at SGI. Here are some reasons why working in recruitment is a great career option. Freedom to manage priorities Once you are trained, you’ll start to build your own base of clients and candidates. Most recruitment desks are remunerated mostly by the commission on placements. So, you’ll be motivated to work hard and follow approaches that yield the bestresults. This is good for you (as you’ll earn more bonuses) and good for the company. That gives you a lot of freedom to manage your own time and set your own priorities. Uncapped earning and progression Most recruitment firms offer commission with no ceiling. This means that the only limit to how much money you can make is your own dedication. Recruitment companies also usually offer very good progression tracks for all roles too. So you’ll have room to grow and earn promotions. It’s not uncommon for a Junior Recruitment Consultant to earn a promotion within the first 6-12 months. Helping others achieve Where you work is a big part of your identity. And that’s true for your candidates as well. By finding attractive placements for your candidates, they’ll experience a <a href="https://www.futurelearn.com/subjects/business-and-management-courses" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sense of achievement</a>, improved self-esteem and high life satisfaction. Plus, when you find great candidates for your clients, they’ll reward you with loyalty and repeat business. Helping others achieve their goals feels pretty good too. <a href="https://www.sourcegroupinternational.com/leave-ordinary-behind/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leave Ordinary Behind&nbsp;</a> Variety each day If you hate drudgery and the routine of most working environments, recruitment is ideal. No two days are the same. On any given day you could attend client meetings, screen candidates over the phone, conduct face-to-face interviews, pitch for new business, negotiate contracts or prepare reports. Since most of the work is self-directed, there’s no excuse to be bored. As you can see, joining the field of recruitment has a lot of great characteristics. At SGI, we’re looking for new talent to join us across our teams. Hardworking, super motivated, gritty. If that’s you, then join SGI, hack your own career, accelerate your earning potential, and have a lot of fun. <a href="https://www.sourcegroupinternational.com/contact/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Let’s chat about your recruitment career.</a>

Leave Ordinary Behind - Join Our Team and Discover Your Potential 

SGI Open House Event - Discover your career in recruitment

Team SGI are over the moon to announce that we are finalists in the 2022 SME National Business Awards. We’re finalists in two categories; London’s Business of the Year and Growth Business of the Year. The SME National Business Awards are made up of 18 categories which any successful business with under 250 employees can enter, with a national panel of judges assessing. What an achievement! Being recognised as a finalist in these National Awards defiantly reflects the success at SGI over the past year, with a 20% increase in our staff numbers, reaching 100+ headcount, 3 office moves for our global teams and continued success across our customer network. Thank you to the whole team at SGI for their continued hard work! Congratulations to all other finalists. See you at Wembley in December!

We’re Finalists in the SME National Business Awards!

Meet our founders,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAEA8VABpkX1myvKGYQ6sqkSyXs2-KsI2rE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Gavin Tew</a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAAoBMoBRbeB24bRSBB2xwf63TYFJwT_MHg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lawrence Hargreaves</a>!
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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/growing-business-awards/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Growing Business Intelligence</a>&nbsp;caught up with our founders to discuss the ongoing growth at SGI and our unrelenting focus on nurturing our talent.
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This article has come at a unique time in the SGI calendar. Last week, we celebrated the end of H1. We&rsquo;ve seen fantastic levels of growth within the business and expanding opportunities for our employees. It really is an exciting time to be part of the team!
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Whilst we have seen incredible growth this year, our staff remain the most important element at SGI. As Lawrence puts it, &ldquo;There are many measurements of success: financial, customer, staff performance &amp; well-being, community, impact metrics and company goals, to name but a few. But really, we can only measure ourselves in achieving what we set out to do for our staff, as without them nothing happens.&rdquo;
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As SGI continues to grow throughout this year, it will always be a top priority to continue providing &ldquo;<a href="../../../../../../jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">exciting careers</a> where staff can discover their full potential.&rdquo;
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<a href="https://growingbusinessintelligence.co.uk/interviews/full/gavin-tew-source-group-international" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here</a>&nbsp;to read the full article by Growing Business Intelligence.
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Meet The Founders of SGI

The SGI Rainforest has reached 1000 Trees!
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In January 2022, SGI partnered with environmental organisation <a href="https://ecologi.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ecologi</a>. We aim to fund the planting of hundreds of trees throughout the course of this year, every placement we make at SGI, we plant a tree. We'd just like to say thank you for our progress so far, we've planted 1000 trees with the support of our customers.
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It's a brilliant start and we're not even halfway through the year yet! Our CSR promise is about working with communities, for the communities and seeing measurable change, and this initiative does just that. It's an impactful climate change project, which sees our funding support a range of projects to reduce the greenhouse effect.&nbsp;
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Here's to the next 1000 trees!&nbsp;
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Thank you!
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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz0UYny1Pn0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz0UYny1Pn0</a>
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SGI Plants 1000 Trees with Ecologi

SGI partner with Ecologi

Team SGI are over the moon to announce that we’ve been shortlisted in this year’s Recruiter Awards. The Recruiter Awards recognizes the best in Recruitment Agencies, looking at growth, retention, staff development and overall achievement. It’s been an incredible year for team SGI already, reaching 100+ headcount, a 20% increase in our staff numbers, 3 office moves for our global teams, and continued success across our customer network. We sit in the category – Best Medium Recruitment Business, and it’s a highly contended category. Congratulations to all other shortlistees. See you at the awards event in September!

We've been shortlisted!

Source Group International have achieved 2* accreditation for the Best Companies Q1 Survey 2022. We landed in the top 50 out of the 205 organisations surveyed in Q1 of this year, and our results &amp; list positions speak for themselves. #11 … In the UK’s best small companies to work for 2022 (Q1) #4… in London’s best small companies to work for 2022 (Q1) #9… in Recruitment companies in the UK (Q1) Lists are compiled based on employee opinions on how the company supports wellbeing in the workplace, gives something back to society, shows strong leadership and teamwork, provides opportunities for personal growth, and offers fair pay and benefits. Only the organisations with the highest level of overall employee engagement qualify for the ‘Best Companies to Work For’ list. Within our profile, Best Companies have highlighted some of the key SGI employee engagement initiatives and goals we are driving across our recruitment group: Women at SGI – we have built a platform through SGI Matters (our employee voice platform) that looks at how we develop our female talent internally at SGI – how will we nurture female leaders across the business? Ecologi – our latest CSR partnership – every placement we make, we plant a tree! Our 1st milestone is 1000 trees. Our charity partnerships across the group, we work with charities across the recruitment group, both internationally and locally. WORDS FROM OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM: SGI are on a journey to discover our potential, our people are at the centre of everything we do, SGI are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and innovative organization through the engagement of our growing employee community. Nick Gatenby, People Director – Source Group International The future is bright for SGI, recognition such as this is an incredible achievement for our rapidly growing recruitment group. Want to find out more about the SGI discovery? We’re looking for talent to join our team across our global offices. Find out how you can #DiscoverYourPotential and #LeaveOrdinaryBehind with SGI here.

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