The role of the HR professional in 2025.
The new Labour UK government has wasted no time in unveiling significant reforms to employment rights which will affect workers rights across the UK. So how will this impact the HR strategies for businesses, and more importantly, impact the necessity of HR leads in implementing and communicating changes to policy on top of the emerging […]
Is 2025 poised to be “The Year of The NED?”
IPO’s and becoming an AIM listed organisation have been critical for investment in technology and fuelling growth for many businesses, especially those of medium size. Whilst 2024 has continued to see a significant reduction in IPO’s and AIM’s listings, 2025 looks poised to be a big year for activity. It seems 2025 looks poised to […]
How diverse is your diverse Non Exec Board?
How diverse is your diverse Non Exec Board? Elevating Board Performance through Comprehensive Diversity – Article written by Pascale Gara. UK listed companies are now mandated to disclose in their annual financial reports that: At least 40% of the board comprises women. At least one senior board position is held by a woman. At least […]
Mapping the Future: Why Talent Mapping is Critical for Consumer Businesses
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, finding and retaining top talent has become a significant challenge for companies across all industries, especially in the dynamic consumer sector. As consumer preferences and behaviours shift, organisations must adapt quickly, and having the right talent in place is crucial for their success. This is where talent mapping comes […]
The Rise of the Chief Growth Officer
The CPG/FMCG sector is experiencing immense disruption from conscious consumerism, supply chain volatility, retailer consolidation, and the direct-to-consumer e-commerce trend. Legacy brands can no longer rely on their distribution power – they must stay hyper-focused on driving growth through innovation. In recent years, a new C-suite role has emerged in many organisations, particularly in […]
#EmbraceEquity – creating a fair and equal world.
Across the HW Group, we celebrate International Women’s Day 2023 to recognise women all around the world, celebrate their unique qualities and make the world a fairer and richer place. It is an important time to reflect on the strides made by women in the financial services industry towards achieving equality and recognition. At the HW […]
CEO vs MD: Going head-to-head
What would you say are the main differences between an MD and CEO in terms of their key responsibilities? The CEO designs the overall strategy and creates the overarching vision of an organisation. An MD, on the other hand, generally oversees the implementation of the strategy and works to align employees with the company’s long-term […]
Financial Services Sector: How we can help with navigating the uncertainty…
In 2022 we saw a turmoil in the UK financial services market not seen since the 2008 post Lehman Brothers financial crisis. Levels of inflation increased in excess of 10% for the first time in 40 years, against a backdrop of the war in Ukraine, the post COVID-19 debt wave and the ongoing effects of Brexit. The […]
The Future of Innovation in the Global Food Market
As a result of widespread changes globally in supply chain and consumer habits, the global food market is constantly evolving and innovating. Consumers are demanding more diverse, convenient, and sustainable options. At HW Global, David Peel has worked extensively across the globe collaborating with businesses to place candidates at the forefront of several exciting innovations […]
Report reveals Leeds and Manchester among strongest Powerhouse performers
With two months of negative growth and UK inflation at a 40-year high, the news that Leeds and Manchester are among the top performers for GVA and job creation is particularly welcome to businesses like ours based in the north. While eight of the top 10 fastest growing cities in the UK by the end […]