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eSift Limited We’re eSift, an agile pioneering recruitment solutions business that puts you back in control.

Established in 2008, eSift consists of a team of Direct Sourcing Specialists. Our services have been developed directly to respond to the changes in and challenges of recruitment. It is increasingly popular for businesses to take back complete control of their entire recruitment process. This, coupled with the explosion of the use of mobile devices, social media and online job boards can create pressure on internal resources. For our clients we provide a totally flexible and scalable service that can be tailored to meet the needs of any business and alleviate the pressure on any element of a Direct Sourcing Strategy. We work in partnership with our clients to enhance Direct Sourcing in their business, removing the need for a traditional placement fee model. This approach not only improves the process, it results in a substantial reduction in resourcing costs. We work as an extension of in-house teams to build a talent attraction and management process based on the specific needs of each business. This approach has many advantages:

- Improves employer branding - become an employer of choice
- Increased talent attraction & retention
- Reduced time to appoint
- Additional resource
- Building a pool of talent
- Substantial reduction of costs
- No placement fees. No disputes over rebates

We build a bespoke solution, however, here are some added value services we provide:

- Talent search, identification & qualification
- Talent sourcing at all levels
- Passive candidate attraction & qualification
- Candidate care, management & communication
- Volume campaigns - entire project provision
- Resource Planning
- All competency & strengths based interviewing
- First candidate contact and qualification
- Talent market mapping

If you have identified that your resourcing process requires improvement, change or enhancing, one of our team of experts would be very happy to discuss your requirements whether interim, part or full time.

Recruitment shouldn’t feel transactional.The most effective partnerships aren’t about filling roles and moving on, they’...
19/10/2026

Recruitment shouldn’t feel transactional.

The most effective partnerships aren’t about filling roles and moving on, they’re about embedding into teams, understanding context and supporting long-term change.

From building TA functions and stabilising hiring during growth, to improving processes, systems and candidate experience, embedded recruitment models allow businesses to scale with confidence.

At eSift, we work as an extension of our clients’ teams, adapting as priorities change, while keeping hiring moving without disruption. Learn more: https://esift.co.uk/what-we-do/

When businesses struggle to find the right people, the answer isn't always to recruit externally.Sometimes the skills yo...
05/10/2026

When businesses struggle to find the right people, the answer isn't always to recruit externally.

Sometimes the skills you need are already within your organisation.

Training, mentoring and giving employees opportunities to develop can help businesses retain valuable people while building the skills they need for the future.

With employers facing higher costs and a changing labour market, investing in existing talent could be just as important as attracting new talent.

The question isn't simply "Who do we need to hire?" It could be "Who do we already have, and what could they become?".

A love of reading might not seem like a recruitment issue.But communication, vocabulary, confidence and the ability to u...
30/09/2026

A love of reading might not seem like a recruitment issue.

But communication, vocabulary, confidence and the ability to understand and express ideas all start developing long before someone writes their first CV.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is helping build those foundations by providing children with a free book every month from birth to five. In England alone, the programme currently reaches around 45,000 children every month.

It raises an interesting thought for employers.

The communication skills we're looking for in tomorrow's workforce aren't developed overnight. They start in childhood.

Investing in literacy today could help build a stronger workforce in the years ahead.

Rising costs are putting more pressure on UK businesses.With energy prices set to increase again in October, businesses ...
25/09/2026

Rising costs are putting more pressure on UK businesses.

With energy prices set to increase again in October, businesses across sectors including hospitality, retail and manufacturing are facing further pressure on already tight margins.

For businesses coming to the end of fixed contracts, the impact could be particularly significant.

Our latest article looks at what the increases could mean for UK businesses and some of the steps organisations can take to manage rising costs.

Read the full article: https://esift.co.uk/2026/09/18/more-financial-burden-on-uk-businesses/

AI can write an email, summarise a report and produce a presentation in seconds. So what happens to the value of communi...
21/09/2026

AI can write an email, summarise a report and produce a presentation in seconds. So what happens to the value of communication skills?

As technology takes on more of the written work, the ability to explain an idea clearly, listen properly, ask the right questions and communicate with other people becomes arguably more important, not less.

For employers, the skills that are hardest to automate may become some of the most valuable when hiring.

Technical knowledge can be taught. Good communication is harder to build.

https://esift.co.uk/what-we-do/

Employers are increasingly talking about the importance of communication, confidence and other soft skills when hiring y...
14/09/2026

Employers are increasingly talking about the importance of communication, confidence and other soft skills when hiring younger people.

New UK government research found that 41% of employers see a lack of soft skills or work readiness as a challenge when hiring young people aged 16 - 24.

It's an interesting question for employers. Are we expecting young people to arrive in the workplace with skills they haven't had enough opportunity to develop?

And, as AI takes over more written and administrative tasks, are communication, critical thinking and the ability to work effectively with others becoming even more valuable?

The workplace is changing quickly. The skills we develop today will shape the workforce of tomorrow.

https://esift.co.uk/contact-us/

While overall recruitment remains cautious, some sectors continue to experience strong demand for skilled professionals....
07/09/2026

While overall recruitment remains cautious, some sectors continue to experience strong demand for skilled professionals.

Technology, AI, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing and the green economy are all expected to remain key growth areas, with employers competing for specialist talent despite wider economic uncertainty.

For businesses operating in these sectors, having a proactive recruitment strategy could make all the difference when the right opportunity arises.

Is your business hiring for growth, or waiting for the market to change?

Recognition costs nothing, but it can make a huge difference.After 35 years of managing teams, I’ve always made recognit...
28/08/2026

Recognition costs nothing, but it can make a huge difference.

After 35 years of managing teams, I’ve always made recognition a priority. In my experience, it can sometimes have a greater impact than a financial reward.

We’ve recently had two clients take the time to recognise the work of members of our TA team, sharing some really positive feedback about the service they received.

It was a great reminder of just how much it means to people when their hard work is noticed and appreciated.

I’ve shared some of that feedback, along with some of the research behind the power of recognition, in our latest article.

https://esift.co.uk/2026/08/17/the-power-of-recognition/

Hiring models are evolving.More businesses are turning to fractional and interim talent to access specialist skills with...
21/08/2026

Hiring models are evolving.

More businesses are turning to fractional and interim talent to access specialist skills without committing to permanent headcount. It’s a way to move quickly, stay flexible, and bring in expertise exactly when it’s needed.

In an uncertain market, that kind of agility can make a real difference to how organisations plan and deliver projects.

We’re seeing more leadership teams rethink traditional recruitment models and explore more flexible ways to scale their teams.

Read more about the rise of fractional working here: https://www.markssattin.co.uk/general/2025-7/the-rise-of-fractional-working-in-the-uk-ireland

Is university still worth the cost?With graduates leaving with over £45,000 in debt, a highly competitive job market, an...
12/08/2026

Is university still worth the cost?

With graduates leaving with over £45,000 in debt, a highly competitive job market, and AI reshaping entry-level roles, the traditional promise of a clear return on investment is being questioned more than ever.

University can still be the right choice, but increasingly, it depends on the subject, the experience gained alongside it, and alignment with industry demand.

We explore the financial reality, shifting employment landscape, and whether alternative routes may offer better value.

Read the full article here: https://esift.co.uk/2026/02/24/is-the-cost-of-university-to-students-still-worth-it/

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