Companies are keeping a keen eye on headcount and costs amid deteriorating economic conditions in the UK, but widespread labour shortages mean they have also become more precise in their approach to structural reorganisation. That’s the analysis from human relations specialist Fiona McKee, who works with both start-up firms and multinational organisations on their employment…

Experts warn of potential ‘long-lasting reputational damage’ from age discrimination claims, and champion use of inclusive language during recruitment. Only two fifths (42 per cent) of managers would be ‘open’ to hiring workers aged between 50 and 64 to a large extent, a survey has found. The data, released by the Chartered Management Institute, showed…

Chris Hladczuk, tech influencer and founder of a fintech startup Meow, has suggested a positive work/life balance leads to a mediocre career. Hladczuk shared the following on Twitter: Work-life balance in your 20s is an easy way to guarantee a mediocre career. — Chris Hladczuk (@chrishlad) His comment has since been picked up across other…