Nikky van Bommel is the Marketing Director for Big 5 Assessments and has worked in the Psychometric Testing industry for over 10 years. Nikky is responsible for all marketing and social media for the organisation.
Most hiring decisions feel right at the time. The CV makes sense, the experience lines up, and the interview leaves a strong impression. But that confidence doesn’t always hold once someone is in the role.The reason is simple: most hiring processes are designed to assess performance, while overlooking risk. CVs and interviews show what someone […]
Once upon a time a royal family lived in a big castle. Although they were very happy living in their castle, they needed help to clean and tidy and maintain their household. So, they asked people in the nearby towns and villages to apply for jobs. Importantly, the royal family had a very strict housekeeper […]
We didn’t watch The Traitors like normal people. While everyone else shouted at the TV, we quietly thought: “Yep. Seen that in an interview.” “And that.” “Oh, that one costs companies a fortune.” Because underneath the cloaks and candlelight, The Traitors is a very familiar mess. People make confident decisions about others with very little […]
(and why 300,000 CVs would make anyone panic) If you are hooked onThe Traitors on the BBC, you probably had at least one moment where you thought “How did they get picked?” Apparently around 300,000 people applied and just 22 made it into the castle. That is not casting. That is talent triage. When huge numbers […]
Oxford , UK – Big 5 Assessments, a leader in psychometric and job-fit tools, is pleased to announce its partnership with Talos360, one of the UK’s leading AI-powered applicant tracking systems. The partnership enables organisations to move beyond CVs and make confident, data-driven hiring decisions. Through this collaboration, Big 5 Assessments’ psychometric and job-fit tools are now integrated into Talos […]
The same urban bus route was served by two operators – one using a red bus and one using a blue bus. The red bus company employed fully qualified PSV drivers with a clean driving and DBS record and the blue bus company also employed fully qualified PSV drivers with a clean driving and DBS […]
You know the drill. A new role opens up, CVs start pouring in and you’re expected to magically spot the standout candidates. Trouble is, they all look decent on paper so how do you choose? That’s where benchmarks can be a game-changer.At Big 5, we’ve developed over 180 benchmarks based on real job data. Each […]
More than you might think. As the world of work has shifted especially in the wake of remote and hybrid working so too has the way we assess people during the hiring process. Gone are the days when face-to-face interviews were a given. Now, hiring decisions are often made through screens, based on polished CVs, […]
Of the multitude of changes that have come about during the COVID-19 pandemic, assessing candidate suitability is probably one of the lesser known….. In pre-pandemic days recruiters and employers could always meet candidates in person in order to validate their suitability. At whatever stage of the recruitment process the meetings took place it was […]
For every candidate, you hire there will be some disappointed people who didn’t get the job Did you know that 60% of applicants never hear back from employers after an interview? We believe it is important to create a positive feedback experience for candidates. Here are 3 reasons why: It is a nice thing to […]
As the Worker Protection Act 2024 comes into effect, HR professionals face a pivotal opportunity to reassess and enhance their recruitment strategies. While compliance with new regulations is crucial, the focus shouldn’t solely be on ticking boxes. Instead, it’s time to pivot towards a more profound and transformative approach: hiring for attitude. The Conventional Recruitment […]
Worker Protection Act: Juggling Speed and Compliance
As HR professionals dive into the new Worker Protection Act 2024, one challenge stands out: balancing the urgent need to fill positions with the meticulous compliance requirements. Let’s break down why this can be a real nail-biter. Competing Priorities HR teams often race against the clock to fill roles and keep the business running. But […]
Ready or Not: Is Your Hiring Process Compliant with the Worker Protection Act 2024?
With the new Worker Protection Act 2024 on the horizon, HR professionals face several compliance challenges in recruitment. Here are the top 10 issues you need to tackle: To stay ahead, HR teams need to update software, revamp processes, and stay on top of legislative changes. Are you ready?
The 2024 Worker Protection Act: Your HR Game Plan for Success
The Worker Protection Act of 2024 introduces new requirements aimed at enhancing employee rights and workplace safety. For HR professionals, compliance with this legislation can present several challenges. Here are the top 10 problems you might face: To effectively manage these challenges, HR professionals may need to invest in additional resources, seek legal guidance, and […]
Protect Your People: Building Anti-Harassment Policies that Work
Sexual harassment at work is a serious issue that damages employee well-being and opens companies up to legal trouble. For HR professionals in the UK, having rock-solid policies to prevent and address harassment isn’t just a tick-box exercise – it’s crucial for protecting your staff and your organization. What Counts as Sexual Harassment? The Equality […]