Reading Time: 2 minutes In today’s competitive hiring market in Northern Ireland, the volume of applications is at an all-time high, but quality remains the biggest challenge. According to our latest research including survey responses from 642 recruiters and 474 jobseekers, only 30% of recruiters said they received high-quality applications during their most recent hiring process.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Effective pre-screening is the secret weapon of efficient, high-quality hiring. According to NIJobs’ latest research, 50% of applications don’t make it to the interview stage, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
Reading Time: 5 minutes In today’s competitive hiring landscape, recruiters face a consistent challenge: managing high volumes of job applications while securing the right candidate quickly. While it can be tempting to focus on driving up applicant numbers, a recent survey of 642 recruiters and 474 jobseekers across the UK and Northern Ireland makes one thing abundantly clear: quality always beats quantity when it comes to successful hires.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Interviews remain the cornerstone of hiring decisions, yet they are also among the most subjective stages of the recruitment process. Bias, inconsistencies, and “gut feelings” often creep in, leading to poor hiring outcomes.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Attracting the right candidates starts with writing job requirements that are clear, realistic, and appealing. However, the latest research from IrishJobs reveals that less than one in three recruiters receive high-quality applications for their most recent hire. With hiring costs and competition for talent at record highs, getting your job requirements right is more important than ever.
Reading Time: 5 minutes In 2025, AI tools will be integrated across the recruitment journey, making hiring faster, more data-driven, and often more efficient. On average, recruiters estimate that 41% of applications have been enhanced by AI tools, from CV optimisation to automated assessments. However, while these innovations bring clear advantages, they also introduce new risks, especially around authenticity, fairness, and over-reliance on technology.
Reading Time: 6 minutes A well-crafted job description not only attracts top-tier candidates but also services as a vital tool for internal alignment, effective management, and long-term talent development.
Reading Time: 6 minutes With research from NIJobs showing only 1 in 3 recruiters received high-quality applications for their most recent hire, compelling job adverts are more important than ever.
Reading Time: 6 minutes Recruitment isn’t just about filling vacancies. It’s about building a strategic, data-driven process that attracts top talent and delivers measurable results. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are the foundation of this approach, helping organisations assess their recruitment strategies, identify bottlenecks, and continuously improve.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Discover 8 practical ways you can prevent employee burnout, reduce stress at work and build a healthier, more motivated team.