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The Changing Face of Grocery

The Changing Face of Grocery

Tom McMorran | 15 December 2022

With so much change there is one thing that has remained constant in FMCG over the years and that is the challenge of finding quality candidates with the depth and breadth of industry experience most roles require. What's the solution? Tom McMorran dives in.

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Advice for managers: how to better manage contractors

Advice for managers: how to better manage contractors

Tom McMorran | 12 September 2022

Looking to get the best out of your contractors? OCG disambiguates management jargon to facilitate clarity of communication with contractors.

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Why you're shooting yourself in the foot if you're not working with a recruiter

Why you're shooting yourself in the foot if you're not working with a recruiter

Pete Dallimore | 06 May 2022

Recruiters and recruitment agencies are often overlooked as a tool in the candidates toolbox. But why wouldn't you use someone who's job it is to help you find a job you love? You're shooting yourself in the foot if you don't use a free service that's ready and waiting for you to get in touch. Still need convincing? Read on.

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How Do You Determine the Next Step in Your Career?

How Do You Determine the Next Step in Your Career?

Stefanie Pollard | 11 June 2021

Deciding on the next step to take in your career can be a challenging task. By taking a deeper look into what drives you and analysing your strengths, motivators and needs, you'll be better equipped to identify the ideal career option for you. OCG’s Stefanie Pollard discusses, here.

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Candidate Shortages in the Contract and Temp Markets

Candidate Shortages in the Contract and Temp Markets

Oscar Dunn | 17 March 2021

In this blog, we look at the candidate shortages in the contract and temp market and provide practical tips to help you fill your vacancies with the right people.

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The Importance of Reference Checking

The Importance of Reference Checking

Paul O'Donovan | 19 February 2021

There appears to be a growing number of people in the recruitment industry who believe reference checks to be a waste of time. A view that OCG Consulting Manager, Paul O’Donovan, couldn’t be more opposed to. Find out why time spent checking references is time invested wisely, here.

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Career Transition: An Opportunity or a Catastrophe?

Career Transition: An Opportunity or a Catastrophe?

Amanda Hamilton | 10 February 2021

Learn how to cope with career change and turn it from a catastrophe into an opportunity.

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Spotlight on FMCG: Unlocking the Talent Conundrum

Spotlight on FMCG: Unlocking the Talent Conundrum

Tom McMorran | 18 January 2021

In FMCG, increasing the flow of talent has posed certain challenges in today’s market, especially with organisations often reluctant to recruit from outside the industry. OCG’s Tom McMorran discusses the talent conundrum, here.

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When is the Best Time to Speak to a Recruiter?

When is the Best Time to Speak to a Recruiter?

OCG Consulting | 07 December 2020

Are you unhappy with your job and needing a change? In this blog, we talk through how to best utilise a Recruitment Consultant to find a job that is more professionally satisfying than your current one.

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How to Avoid the Professional Pigeonhole in Sales and Marketing

How to Avoid the Professional Pigeonhole in Sales and Marketing

Natalie Kennerley | 04 December 2020

It’s so important to always be thinking about your career journey, and the earlier you start thinking about it the better. But, how do you ensure you don’t pigeonhole yourself professionally? OCG Consultant, Natalie Kennerley shares her thoughts on this important topic.

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