GWV Talent Solutions (trading as Vermelo / Gerrard White) is committed to making a positive impact on the communities in which we serve. We believe in giving back and supporting initiatives and charities that address critical social issues. Throughout 2024, we are proud to partner with two exceptional charities: Resurgo and The Trussell Trust.

The Autumn Statement for 2023 has brought about significant changes in the landscape of off-payroll working regulations, introducing a new offset to navigate the evolving employment tax landscape.

RPO is more than just a business strategy; it’s a strategic partnership that can transform your talent acquisition efforts and take your organisation to the next level. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of RPO, exploring what it is, what it is not, and the incredible benefits it offers.

Vermelo RPO (part of the GWV Talent Solutions Ltd group) is delighted to announce that it has been awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification, an internationally recognised standard that ensures that our service and processes meet the needs of our clients and candidates through an effective quality management system.

While CVs have been a staple of hiring for years, it’s time to broaden our perspective. CVs, though informative, may not fully capture the depth and breadth of a candidate’s capabilities, including essential soft skills and innovative thinking. CV-less hiring allows us to break free from these constraints and explore a world of untapped potential.

Keeping employees engaged and motivated after the recruitment process is crucial for businesses aiming to build a loyal and productive workforce. While attracting talented individuals to join an organisation is important, retaining talent is equally vital.

We have seen a substantial increase in the UK minimum wage along with a reduction in the applicable age for the highest level in the last 3 years. At the start of 2020, just as the world was entering the COVID outbreak, UK minimum wage was sitting at £8.21 per hour for workers aged 25 and over. Now in 2023, minimum wage is £10.42 for workers aged 23 and over.

Overcoming this misconception and highlighting the vibrant and engaging work environment of contact centres can be an uphill battle. It’s time that we break the mould and showcase the exciting challenges and opportunities that this industry has to offer.

Establishing the right talent attraction strategy is essential to delivering a positive customer experience.

A poorly executed talent attraction strategy can negatively impact  your customer experience. If customers receive a poor experience, your brand reputation, brand credibility and brand trustworthiness can be damaged, which directly impacts sales, customer loyalty, and your bottom line.

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the recruitment scene recently, you must have noticed some significant shifts taking place. Over the past five years, the unemployment rate has taken a drastic decline, transforming the recruitment market. In this article we will take a detailed look into how this decline has revolutionised the game for both job seekers and employers, creating new opportunities and challenges in the process.

In today’s competitive job market, finding and attracting top talent has become more challenging than ever. As organisations strive to build high-performing teams, they often face the dilemma of choosing the most effective recruitment approach. In this article, Marie Smart, Talent Partner at Vermelo RPO, delves into the world of Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and explores how it can revolutionise your hiring process.

Employer branding is more than a logo and some glossy marketing literature; employer branding is about building and elevating your company’s reputation and image to become an employer of choice in the eyes of current and potential employees. It builds on your company’s mission, values, and culture. Businesses need to put much more effort into attracting the best talent and one way to do this is to create an appealing employer brand.