FMCGs Big Opportunity - to leap or not to leap?
As we approach the end to the quarter and also, the end of the financial year for many... Read more
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On this page you’ll find all our latest industry advice, insight, and news. We have a capable and knowledgeable team here who are up to date happy to talk through these industry insights in further detail, advise on how to strengthen your team and to assist you with any upcoming recruitment needs.
How to identify company culture via video call
With the FMCG recruitment market showing no signs of slowing, and most interviews having moved to virtual/video calls,... Read more
FMCG Hiring and the Coronavirus
Over the past couple of weeks, we have seen a marked shift in the FMCG & Consumer industry... Read more
Blue Chip vs SME: What's best to progress your career
As a sales and marketing manager with experience working with both blue-chip businesses and SMEs (small and medium-sized... Read more
How to navigate a career in the fast-changing world of eCommerce
eCommerce is a continually growing and changing sector, and if eCom is your passion, now is a perfect... Read more
What is EVP and why is it the buzzword of 2020?
It stands for Employee Value Proposition. Officially, it’s the salary, compensation and benefits that the employer pays to... Read more
How VA weathered the choppy waters of 2019 and what's next in 2020
2019. I genuinely can’t remember a more interesting year in my working life. Without a doubt, the markets... Read more
Eat, Sleep, Work, Repeat – a newbies guide to working & parenting!
I’m part of several Whatsapp groups of new mummies (like myself) and lately, I’ve noticed a common recurring... Read more
Giving Back
At Vertical Advantage, we know and understand our markets. It’s what we do best. Due to the collaborative,... Read more
Is Crabtree & Evelyn ahead of the curve by closing all stores and going digital?
At the beginning of 2019, Crabtree & Evelyn—known for luxury body, fragrance, and home care products — announced... Read more
Is blockchain a positive disrupter to the Supply Chain sector?
Avoiding the use of technology in our day-to-day lives is nigh-on impossible nowadays. And the story isn’t much... Read more
Moving jobs? How to prevent feeling pressurised to accept an offer
Let’s face it: No one wants to feel rushed or forced when making any decision so why should... Read more