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Employment trends in FMCG
Natalie & Kelly recently wrote a category column for Supermarket News - read on for trends and insights into the FMCG sector!

Why you're shooting yourself in the foot if you're not working with a recruiter
Recruiters and recruitment agencies are often overlooked as a tool in the candidates toolbox. But why wouldn't you use someone who's job it is to help you find a job you love? You're shooting yourself in the foot if you don't use a free service that's ready and waiting for you to get in touch. Still need convincing? Read on.

Evaluating & negotiating a job offer
Found yourself with a job offer (or multiple)? We've made a list of things to think about and potentially negotiate when considering your next move.

New year, new job? Look before you leap
Missing the sun, sand and carefree holiday life? Are you sitting back at your office desk thinking 'I don't want to be here... I need a new job'. WAIT!! Before you run to the job boards, think about what could be right in front of you.

Chandler Macleod Group Rebrands to RGF Staffing APEJ
A new name for Chandler Macleod Group to increase local strength with global scale. In New Zealand the Chandler Macleod Group is represented by OCG Consulting, Chandler Macleod and just recently the Peoplebank brands. From now on, Chandler Macleod Group will go by: RGF Staffing APEJ (Asia Pacific Excluding Japan).

We have a need... a need for SPEED! In the recruitment process.
Are you sensing a level of urgency in the recruitment market? At a loss as to what you could be doing to speed up the process? What are you unintentionally doing to hinder the process? Here are 5 tips and tricks to speed up and improve the overall hiring process, making your job easier and your candidate journey better.

How Do You Determine the Next Step in Your Career?
Deciding on the next step to take in your career can be a challenging task. By taking a deeper look into what drives you and analysing your strengths, motivators and needs, you'll be better equipped to identify the ideal career option for you. OCG’s Stefanie Pollard discusses, here.

Candidate Shortages in the Contract and Temp Markets
In this blog, we look at the candidate shortages in the contract and temp market and provide practical tips to help you fill your vacancies with the right people.

The Importance of Reference Checking
There appears to be a growing number of people in the recruitment industry who believe reference checks to be a waste of time. A view that OCG Consulting Manager, Paul O’Donovan, couldn’t be more opposed to. Find out why time spent checking references is time invested wisely, here.

Career Transition: An Opportunity or a Catastrophe?
Learn how to cope with career change and turn it from a catastrophe into an opportunity.