Blog for Employers

  • Hiring graduate developers and the flexibility conundrum
    Hiring graduate developers is a time-consuming and costly recruitment process, and it can be frustrating if the developers are head-hunted shortly after being trained. Employers often face a dilemma when hiring developer grads: hiring and training them in the office or enabling them to work remotely and compromising on peer-to-peer learning and employee connection. After all, numerous surveys...
  • Neurodiversity In The Workplace: A Guide For Employers Hiring Neurodiverse Graduates
    Companies prioritising neurodiversity in the workplace experience significant benefits, such as increased productivity, enhanced innovation, a positive work culture, and improved talent retention. Imagine you are interviewing a graduate for a developer position. Their CV boasts top qualifications and skills, but as you start the interview, you notice that the candidate is fidgeting in their...
  • Pay less PAYE with ETI when hiring graduates
    South Africa has a wealth of young talent waiting to be unleashed! Millions of young people are eager to contribute their skills and energy to the economy. By investing in their potential, we can create a brighter future for everyone. Did you know there is a youth employment tax incentive for businesses, better known as the...
  • Interview Questions For Graduates with No Work Experience
    Hiring recent graduates is refreshing. They bring enthusiasm, tech skills, fresh perspectives, and a willingness to learn. However, their lack of formal work experience can make assessing their suitability for the job challenging.  Here's a toolkit of interview questions for graduates without work experience to help you evaluate this fresh talent beyond their CVs.   1....
  • Building A Future-Ready Workforce Through Graduate Skills Development
    According to the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Future of Jobs Report, problem-solving and interpersonal skills will remain essential workplace skills in the next five years. As employers, investing in graduate skills development is crucial to ensure your workplace is future-ready....