HR – The essentials for running a business

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, hours of work, it is a minefield for the business owner. During this time there is a need to do all this and more remotely, and at the same time consider how staff […]

Thorntons Employment Law Webinar – Hybrid Working

As Covid-19 restrictions have eased, many organisations have progressed from fully working at home to welcoming employees back to the workplace on a hybrid basis.   Hybrid working has allowed employees to return to the workplace on a rotational basis over the course of the pandemic, whilst still maintaining the requirements of social distancing. However, now […]

Developing your workforce

Find out how the fully funded Graduate Apprenticeship Programme can help you to develop the skills of you and/or your workforce (of all ages), at no additional cost to your business. Speakers Wayne Paul, Engagement Manager, University of Dundee Fiona McMillan, Business Engagement Officer, University of Stirling Also hear from a employer and apprentice (tbc) […]

Thorntons Employment Webinar – Fair Recruitment

All successful organisations need the right people and a vital part of achieving this is getting the process of recruitment right. However, if things aren’t handled correctly this can mean wasted time, higher staff turnover and even claims by unsuccessful candidates who don’t feel fairly treated.  A criminal prosecution can also arise if someone is […]

HR – The essentials for running a business

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, hours of work, it is a minefield for the business owner. During this time there is a need to do all this and more remotely, and at the same time consider how staff […]

HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and manage your team. […]

HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and manage your team. […]

HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and manage your team. […]

Healthy Working Lives – Attract and Retain Staff

This event will focus on topics within the workplace (flexibility, mental health, etc). You’ll be made aware of potential issues, solutions through the support available, and benefits of implementing such policies. Through our interview-style event, Healthy Working Lives will explain the latest trends they are seeing in the workplace. The floor will then be opened […]

HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and manage your team. […]

Healthy Working Lives – Attract and Retain Staff

This event will focus on topics within the workplace (flexibility, mental health, etc). You’ll be made aware of potential issues, solutions through the support available, and benefits of implementing such policies. Through our interview-style event, Healthy Working Lives will explain the latest trends they are seeing in the workplace. The floor will then be opened […]

HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and manage your team. […]

Flexible Workforce Development Fund

Dundee & Angus College Gardyne Campus, Dundee

Speaking with businesses across Dundee & Angus, the barriers to growth are very similar with finding skilled employees often right at the heart of the problem. Access tailored training and development opportunities designed to overcome skills gaps, recruitment and employee retention challenges. Join us on Thursday 3rd November at Dundee and Angus College Kingsway Training […]

Overcome Growth Frustrations With Funded Training For Your Business

Dundee & Angus College Gardyne Campus, Dundee

Speaking with businesses across Dundee & Angus the barriers to growth are very similar, with access to skilled employees often right at the heart of the problem. Up until recently companies have often fought their way out of situations through recruitment of experienced staff; however, this is becoming increasingly difficult due to the competitive employment […]

Scottish Careers Week

Scottish Careers Week is back for its second year on  7 to 11 November 2022 — and you can get involved! With even more events, activities and resources, we invite people of all ages to take part. Discover the opportunities and career support available in Scotland to help shape your future. The week is about all […]

An update on ‘Right to Work’ checks: Remote ‘Right to Work’ checks after 30 September

Covid-19 right to work measures are ending on 30 September 2022. In this webinar, TalentScotland will look at how employers in Scotland can continue to perform right to work checks after this date. This webinar is presented by Brodies LLP, TalentScotland’s immigration specialists, and you'll have the opportunity to have any questions you might have.

Skilled worker route: How employers can sponsor international talent

Join us for an update on the Skilled Worker Route: how employers can sponsor international talent. With most EU and non-EU citizens now subject to the UK immigration system, we invite you to join us as we discuss how the Skilled Worker route can help you to access overseas talent. As a Scottish based SME, […]

Living Wage Week

Living Wage Week will be held this year from the 14th to the 20th of November. It is the annual celebration of the Living Wage movement across the UK. See the programme of events for businesses on the Scottish Living Wage website.

An update on low cost Visa routes

There are lots of low-cost visa routes under the UK's points-based system. Join TalentScotland for an update on affordable visa options, including the Graduate, High Potential Individual and Youth Mobility routes.

Scale up Visa route

The government has recently introduced the Scale-Up visa route, which gives certain employers another visa option to help access international talent. Join us to learn more about this new route and how it could help you access international talent.