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​Flexible working has been a growing trend for many years; with the outbreak of COVID-19, this trend has reached its tipping point.  For many employers, flexible working arrangements have been the only way to handle the unprecedented challenges the pandemic brought about; with 78% of workers now saying they want increased flexibility in their work moving forward, it wil...

150 women each year are honoured to be listed as part of the ‘Global Power 150 – Women in Staffing’ by Staffing Industry Analysts, and we are delighted that Phaidon International’s Chief HR Officer Ulrica Hartogh was featured for 2021. ​ “Our CEO Harry Youtan nominated me, which in itself is great that we have a CEO who sees the value in these awards”, said Ulrica when ...

​As the curtain slowly falls on 2021, it’s a great time to reflect on this year and celebrate the successful gains we have had. With people around the work experiencing ups and downs both personally and professionally, coming together to celebrate our common goals and achievements is more important than ever. Phaidon International is proud to have celebrated winning six awa...

​The Phaidon International team is delighted to have been awarded “Best Employee Engagement of the Year – Executive Search” by the Hong Kong Business Management Excellence Awards 2021. Phaidon International Hong Kong was credited as an outstanding business leader and recognised for its efforts in providing employees with motivational culture and strategic learning. We are ho...

Psychosocial wellbeing and mental health awareness has never been more pertinent in the workplace, especially in the context of a post-pandemic world. Supporting mental wellbeing is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’, but a business imperative. After all, poor mental health can impact the workforce considerably: an estimated 300,000 individuals with mental health conditions exit emp...

​Singapore, Immediate release – The Phaidon International team is delighted to have been recognised as one of SME100 Awards 2021’s Fast Moving Companies. The annual event, which was broadcasted virtually this year, takes place to crown the top staffing group across Asia Pacific. Phaidon International was credited by an esteemed panel of judges as a leading talent partner...

​We are excited to share the launch of Larson Maddox – a specialist subsidiary talent partner for the Regulatory and Legal market.  Adding to the group portfolio, Larson Maddox sharpens the award-winning firm’s service offering and provides a platform for exponential growth.  Phaidon International Group COO, Steve Yendell, comments, “In response to consistent demand from o...

Solomon Remos, Vice President – U.S. Talent Acquisition at Phaidon International, explains what this milestone means to his team and the wider business.The U.S. Talent Acquisition Team is incredibly proud to announce that we have successfully onboarded 100 new employees within a quarter to join our business across our 8 U.S. offices. As an award-winning talent partner, our o...

​Phaidon International, the business backed by Quilvest Capital Partners is delighted to announce that David Silver has joined its TopCo Board as a Non-Executive Director. ​After practising as a lawyer in London, David spent over 23 years in investment banking, the last 9 years of which were as Head of European Investment Banking for a US investment bank. David has complet...

​Phaidon International Director, Alyssa Daugherty, shares the story of her career with Phaidon, what it takes to be successful, mental toughness, and advice on hiring and developing teams with Hishem Azzouz on the Recruitment Mentors podcast.​To listen in, watch the Youtube video above or access the podcast here. Click the button below to learn more about joining the Phaid...

"The annual unemployment rate in 2020 increased to 6.5% for all veterans," according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. As hiring continues to boom in 2021 across most industries, how can companies make sure veterans are in the mix when hiring top talent?National Hire a Veteran Day takes place on July 25th in the U.S. each year and was founded to help bring awareness to the ...

​Phaidon International recently expanded its physical presence in Dallas, moving into a new office space. Situated at Two Turtle Creek, the new office is at the top end of Oak Lawn Avenue, overlooking Turtle Creek Boulevard. The expansion is in response to the firm’s continued growth in the southern region, and constitutes another investment in improving the service offering...

The historical events of the past year made most firms pivot and re-evaluate their talent acquisition processes. With many businesses continuing to limit travel and in-person collaboration, on the back of rising expectations that remote work may endure long after the pandemic, it’s no surprise that more than 88% of employers are still conducting virtual interviews. How c...

As many businesses are finally reopening their doors, the workplace will be virtually unrecognizable. What short and long-term impact will the pandemic have on the workplace? How will these changes affect talent? What does this guide explore?Short term impactRedesigning the workplace for human healthNegative and positive impacts of social distancingRisk assessment and privac...

What is Juneteenth?Today, June 19, is a beloved day in African American History – most commonly known as Juneteenth, it is also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, and “Cel-Liberation” Day. Juneteenth commemorates the abolishment of slavery in US and has been celebrated by African Americans since the 1800's. On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston,...

There is overwhelming evidence that companies with diverse workforces perform better on every possible metric, with diversity positively impacting every level of a business, from the cleaning staff to the board of directors. Bringing in as many perspectives, working styles and experience as possible to a workplace leads to integration, success and growth to those businesses ...

What makes a great recruiter? There are many styles and personalities out there suitable for every jobseeker. Recruiters should always act as advocates for professionals trying to advance their careers, but for members of the LGBTQ+ community recruiters can play an even more essential role – being a career ally.Why do LGBTQ+ professionals need career allies?While great progr...

​When hiring for a senior or specialist role, companies want to make sure they make the right decision by the end of the recruitment cycle. When several stakeholders wish to have a say in an important hiring choice, candidates will get invited to all-day interviews which cover several sessions and tests.The all-day interview is growing more common as it makes sense for busy ...

Hong Kong – Immediate release – Phaidon International, the global staffing group, moved its Hong Kong office to H Code in Central. The new office is situated at the top end of Pottinger Street overlooking the former Central Police Station complex of Tai Kwun. With a full floor of more than 3,600 square foot, the move completes a significant investment in the company's expa...

​In light of the anxiety and stress caused by the global health crisis and its fallout, it’s no wonder that many have felt the weight of the past twelve months on their shoulders. Social isolation, video call fatigue, and an increase in employee burnout are some of the driving factors impacting the lives of so many this year. Whether you are struggling to stay motivated, fee...