Insights.

This page is regularly updated with our thinking and insights into the talent industry, as well as a snapshot view of life inside Elements. We invite our people and our partners to collaborate and interrogate each other to keep our thinking fresh.

Insights 4th March 2024

Talent Acquisition Tracker 2024

2023 brought us a tech paradox: 240,000 job losses vs. soaring tech talent demand. What does 2024 hold? Find out in our exclusive report. What it covers: Actionable Insights: Drawn from extensive Elements proprietary data as well as LinkedIn data,

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Strategy 8th January 2024

Navigating the Talent Landscape: The Power of Strategic Thinking in Talent Acquisition

Shaping a talent strategy that best identifies the talent and skills needed to fulfil organisational needs continues to be a vital goal for all businesses – with a recent Gartner survey revealing that CEOs rank workforce issues as the second most

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Hiring Trends 18th December 2023

Elements Predicted TA Trends for Tech Roles in 2024

In the ever-evolving world of talent acquisition (TA), staying ahead of the curve is crucial to building a strong and sustainable workforce that will fuel business success. 2023 was far from smooth sailing for tech professionals across industries. However, even

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Recruitment 22nd November 2023

The Three C’s: Understanding how to communicate in TA

We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak – Epictetus. Communication was ranked as the most important soft skills for recruiters to have over the next five years, according to

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The importance of advocates: The role of TA teams in championing neuro-inclusivity

“Neurodiversity may be the birthplace of some of humanity’s greatest minds.” –Harvey Blume In any industry, prioritising a profound understanding of your team members as individuals is not just a choice; it’s an imperative. When we truly grasp how individuals

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Recruitment 19th September 2023

Using Technology for Innovation: The Human Edge in a Digital Talent Acquisition Strategy

“Technology is nothing. What’s important is that you have faith in people, that they’re basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they’ll do wonderful things with them.” Steve Jobs, Rolling Stone, 1994 In the realm of talent

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Recruitment 21st August 2023

Powered By Curiosity: Using Data to Enhance the Employee Experience

“We explore because we are curious, not because we wish to develop grand views of reality or better widgets.” Brian Cox, Physicist “Quiet quitting” ‚ “productivity paranoia“, and the “Great Regret” are just some of the phrases that have been

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Recruitment 2nd August 2023

Elevating Your Talent Acquisition Strategy: Going Beyond the Confines of Traditional Recruitment

Not long ago, the talent acquisition (TA) function was seen as a secondary player in business operations. But as the way, where and how we work changes for good, it has become clear that TA teams hold the key to

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Artificial Intelligence 21st March 2023

Why Humans Will Always Be Indispensable for Hiring Top Talent: The Limitations of AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. AI can analyse massive amounts of data in seconds, identify patterns, and make predictions with impressive accuracy. It’s no wonder that many organisations are

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Insights 14th March 2023

Embedded Talent Consultancy: The Cost-Effective Recruitment Solution for Your Business

As businesses continue to grow and expand, the need for top talent becomes increasingly important. Finding and retaining the best talent is a critical factor for success, yet many companies struggle to find the right recruitment solution. This is where

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Recruitment 30th January 2023

How To Find The Right Talent In A Candidate Heavy Market

In a candidate heavy market, where there are more job seekers than jobs available, it can be difficult to find the right talent. With so many candidates to choose from, how can you be sure that you’re making the best

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Hiring Trends 25th January 2023

Emerging Hiring Trends That You Should Pay Attention To

In today’s business climate, it’s more important than ever to stay up-to-date on the latest hiring trends. By paying attention to emerging trends, you can ensure that your company is ahead of the curve when it comes to attracting top

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