Author Archive: Paul Newman

Paul is Co-founder & CTO for Big 5 Assessments. He's worked in the Psychometric Testing industry for over 25 years. Paul is responsible for the day–to–day running of the business, but also for overseeing the technology side of the business. Paul has extensive experience in software development, product management, sales and marketing. In addition, Paul also has frontline recruitment & selection experience from sourcing and attracting candidates, assessing, screening, behavioural interviewing, offer management and resource planning as well as developing assessment centres and competency frameworks from scratch.

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Balancing speed and compliance – part 2

19th July 2024
Balancing speed and compliance – part 2

Let’s face it: juggling speed and compliance in recruitment often means tackling tasks that most people find tedious or stressful. But these necessary evils are key to ensuring both compliance and efficiency. Here’s a rundown of those less-than-fun aspects: Detailed Documentation Routine Audits and Reviews Legal Consultations Policy Overhauls Compliance Training Increased Admin Tasks Navigating […]

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Worker Protection Act: Juggling Speed and Compliance

18th July 2024
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 […]

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Ready or Not: Is Your Hiring Process Compliant with the Worker Protection Act 2024?

17th July 2024
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?

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The 2024 Worker Protection Act: Your HR Game Plan for Success

16th July 2024
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 […]

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Protect Your People: Building Anti-Harassment Policies that Work

15th July 2024
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 […]

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Psychometric Testing Infographic

6th February 2020

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