Why those with a head for compliance and regulation are in hot demand, as skills shortages cause salaries to rise March 29, 2016 Believe it or not, the red tape brigade look set to become the rock stars of the City as a study out today has found that demand for highly-skilled compliance professionals is outpacing supply. The report by specialist recruiter Barclay Simpson discovered that three-quarters (75 per cent) of managers believe that workers skilled in compliance are [...]
Is this the UK’s most expensive conservatory? Mayfair apartment on sale for £5.6m values garden space at £750,000 March 29, 2016 It might not look like much, but this conservatory and rooftop patio are worth an estimated £750,000 – making it potentially the most expensive garden space in the UK. They are part of a two-bed luxury apartment in Mayfair, which is currently on sale for £5.6m (for a 116-year lease). The 2,212 sq ft south-facing [...]
Irn-Bru maker AG Barr announces increased profits in results for year ended 30 January 2016, as chief executive reveals how sugar tax might affect company March 29, 2016 AG Barr revealed a boost to its profits in its most recent set of results today, alongside a plan for how it would offset government's newly proposed tax of sugary drinks. The soft drinks manufacturer, known for brands such as Irn-Bru and Rubicon, announced profits before tax of £41.3m for its year ended 30 January 2016, up seven [...]
Cyber security: Business leaders are inadvertently leaving their companies open to threats from social engineering March 29, 2016 Cyber criminals are increasingly turning to social media to mine valuable information on targets, with many high-profile business figures inadvertently revealing more than they should, a report out today has found. The study by Digitalis Reputation discovered that, although 62 per cent of businesses offer staff advice on digital security and the kinds of personal information [...]
All hostages released from EgyptAir MS181 in Larnaca, Cyprus as hijacker arrested March 29, 2016 All the hostages have been released unharmed from Egypt Air flight MS181, and authorities have arrested the hijacker. "It's over," said Cyprus' ministry of foreign affairs. Its over. The #hijacker arrested. #LarnacaAirport # Egyptair — Cyprus MFA (@CyprusMFA) March 29, 2016 The flight, bound from Alexandria's Borg El Arab for Cairo, was diverted to Cyprus' Lanarca Airport after [...]
Monitise hires chief operating officer to take on finance reins March 29, 2016 Troubled payments firm Monitise has hired a chief operating officer, who will take on the responsibilities left by former chief financial officer Brad Petzer, who left in December. Gavin James, a chartered accountant who has held a number of senior financial roles at both listed and private companies, will join the business formally by 30 June. He has been [...]
Data journalist March 29, 2016 City A.M. is seeking to hire a data journalist to join its news team, writing for both the website and newspaper. The successful candidate: Has experience of online reporting, as well as the various tools available to data journalists Doesn't necessarily need knowledge of coding – but will be enthusiastic about learning from and working [...]
Reporter March 29, 2016 City A.M. is seeking to hire a reporter to join its news team, writing for both the website and newspaper. The successful candidate will: Have experience of online reporting, ideally in business and finance, and understand how to drive audience through social media and search engines Possess high levels of literacy and numeracy Have an [...]
Job opening at City A.M.: Audience development and social media manager March 29, 2016 City A.M. is looking to hire an audience development and social media manager to drive traffic website through SEO, social media, partnerships and any additional methods available. The successful candidate will: Build on and execute City A.M's social media strategy to drive traffic across established and emerging platforms Optimise articles to boost relevant search and [...]
Job opening at City A.M.: Breaking news editor (maternity leave cover) March 29, 2016 City A.M. is looking for a breaking news editor (maternity leave cover). The successful candidate will: Have a strong news sense, be able to work fast under pressure and edit/direct a team of reporters Identify stories as they emerge Be on top of all breaking news platforms, able to stand up relevant stories quickly and [...]