As recruiters, we read hundreds of cover letters. The ones that stand out are tailored to the role and provide genuine insight into the applicant. Generic letters that could be sent to any employer rarely leave a lasting impression. Learn how to create a cover letter to impress.

Need people for your projects? There are many benefits to engaging a specialist professional, and we have a range of talent currently available. We explain more in our latest blog.

Common Reasons for Career Gaps include parenting, caregiving, study, travel, redundancy, career change, volunteering, and personal development. Knowing the best way to explain these to a potential employer can greatly benefit your chances of gaining a new role.

Psychometric Assessments benefit your recruitment process by delivering insight into a candidate’s work style, motivations, critical thinking and team fit. We explain why you should include these assessments in your next permanent recruitment.

1st June 2026 marks a very special milestone as we celebrate our Business Manager Jo Norman and her 20-year work anniversary. We sat down with Jo to reflect on her career journey, the evolution of recruitment technology, and the advice she has for businesses and job seekers after two decades in the industry.

There’s considerable competition in the employment market, with more people looking for jobs. One vacancy can attract a high number of applicants. As you approach your job search, how can you ensure you stand out from the rest?

There's a saying: "hire for attitude, train for skill." So, what really matters most when you're recruiting your next team member?

Want to understand the full picture of today’s employment market? It pays to look beyond job boards. Many roles are never advertised, so how can you find out about these? At PN Personnel, we work closely with employers every day, and we know that not all opportunities make it to public listings.

A good hire can propel your company forward. A bad hire costs time, money and can damage your reputation. We explain how it can go wrong and why partnering with a Recruitment Specialist is a smart investment.