Blogs from across the Oscar Group

Having made our way to 2021, we are getting plenty of questions and requests for updates from contractors and clients on IR35.    After the announcement that the new rules will be extended into the private sector, as of April 2021, Oscar partnered with Kingsbridge to offer support to clients and contractors through this change in legislation.    Developed through the partner...

Our very own Caroline Wilson sat down with Elliott Manning - London, New York City and Texas Based for a brand new episode of 'The Search', a series of live podcasts with Elliott Manning, founder and Managing Director of Kayman Recruitment, specialists in Recruitment to Recruitment in the UK and US markets.   Speaking to the seniors of the recruitment industry, asking them a...

With the end of 2020 upon us, we’re looking forward to the next exciting year here at Oscar, as we relocate to our new Manchester HQ and continue to expand our team worldwide. Along with the excellent team, bespoke training programmes, and uncapped earning potential, there are a few other reasons why you might want to consider a career with Oscar. Corporate Social Responsibi...

Congratulations, everyone! We made it to the end of 2020. As always, December is a brilliant time for the recruitment industry. Contract candidates are lining up their next challenge for the new year, and businesses are signing off their upcoming business strategies and hiring plans for Q1.   However, following the rollercoaster that was this year, we’ve had many enquiries f...

Our very own Charlotte Humphries sat down with Prolific North and discussed what she's learnt in her career so far. Having helped launch the digital arm of the company, Charlotte helps media and marketing agencies find the best talent in search marketing and beyond, supporting some of the most influential and important brands as they grow their teams. Charlotte developed her...

Caroline Wilson has joined Oscar Technology as the company’s new Contract Director (UK and Europe), based in our Manchester office. Find out more about Caroline, her experience in the sector and her expertise within contract recruitment. Welcome! Tell us a little about yourself. Thank you! My name is Caroline Wilson, and I graduated from Aston University in 2007 and joined S...

The Technology Industry's Bounceback 2020, what a year for technology. All of those Zoom calls, contactless payments and QR codes coming into their own. 2020 has been a trying time for not only the technology industry but for the economy as a whole. However, technology has been championed as a strong support for business recovery, and now the industry looks to new growth int...

Leading global recruiter Oscar has announced the launch of a new office in Philadelphia, which is home to some of the world’s most high-profile tech giants. The office, opening this month, will support Oscar’s flagship Technology brand and it’s niche divisions amid ambitious plans to strengthen the business’s international reputation The location will also enable Oscar to ex...

Hiring digital talent in the current market might sound like a daunting task, but as long as you have mapped out exactly what it is that your business needs, it doesn’t have to be a difficult process. The key for hiring digital talent focuses around the following five tips:  Tip 1: Have a clear strategy. Don’t just jump straight in at the deep end and think, “We need a Conte...

Perhaps you already work in the digital sector or are looking to make your first move. No matter what point you are at in your career, there are a number of options in pursuing your next role. For example, deciding between a role in an agency or in-house needs consideration - a lot of professionals have experience in both, but choosing the one that is right for you is key. L...