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Supermarket giants Tesco and Sainsbury’s have both released sales figures this week.
Tesco, the UK’s largest retailer, have reported an overall 2.3% fall over Christmas compared to last years figures. Philip Clarke, Tesco CEO, described the grocer’s domestic performance as “below expectations and disappointing”.

Arguably Tesco’s biggest rivals, Sainsbury’s however reported a rise of 2.1% on like for like sales for the last quarter of 2011. Sainsbury’s also reported to have experienced record sales over the Christmas period with the biggest week, day and hour for trading ever during the recent festivities.

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Four retail companies filed for administration over the festive period and new research suggests that more could follow in the weeks ahead as the pressure finally caves in on those companies under the most financial stress in 2011.

Thousands of retail jobs are set to be lost following the respective decisions by lingerie chain La Senza, entertainment retailer Hawkins Bazaar, clothing trader D2 Jeans and retail gift specialist Past Times to call in the administrators, and UK corporate insolvencies are predicted to rise in 2012.

Earlier this week Topshop announced the opening of a new flagship store in Lakeside Shopping Centre, this has been followed up today however with reports by Arcadia Group owner Philip Green that there will be a large number of store closures in 2012.
In a statment given today he has reportedly blamed inflation and… the warm autumn weather!!??
It would seem strange a retailer of Topshops size and experience couldn’t adjust it’s stock to cope with a slight change in the expected weather conditions. See the link below to Channel 4 News website for a full report.

http://www.channel4.com/news/topshop-boss-says-hundreds-of-arcadia-shops-to-close

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Retail Recruitment – Topshop open new retail flagship site
Retail Recruitment news:
Retail giant Arcadia Group have just announced it has opened a new Flagship retail store. The 25,000 sq ft mega store is located in the Lakeside shopping centre in Thurrock and will bring together both the Topman and Topshop divisions. Previously operating in two separate sites, the new Flagship store is on the first level of the centre near Zara.
For more details on this story and other Retail Recruitment news please visit http://www.retailgazette.co.uk/
Visit either www.c2recruitment.com or www.retail-recruitment.co.uk for more information.
C2 Recruitment going the extra mile for all your recruitment needs.

Whether you’re in retail or hospitality, management or head office, a career path open to you is retail recruitment consultancy. If you’ve got drive, determination and the right skill set then becoming a Retail Recruitment consultant could be the career for you.
Being in Retail Recruitment can be an exciting and fulfilling career that can be very lucrative if you have the right attitude. But that’s a big if…make sure you look before you leap.
What does a retail recruitment consultant do?
Sounds like a stupid question doesn’t it, but there are a lot of misconceptions about what a retail recruitment consultant is and does, so let’s clear it up: they sell. Of course the principal commodity you’re selling is people: you’re there to find candidates for client companies. There are many processes involved and skills required but when you boil it right down it’s about selling: selling companies on your ability to find the right people; selling companies on the candidates you have put forward; selling candidates on the merits of companies for which you’re recruiting…you get the idea. Headhunting, cold-calling, negotiating on fees, closing deals, each of these key activities require accomplished selling skills. So if you are not prepared to do the above, this isn’t a career for you.
How do Retail Recruitment Consultants earn their money?
It’s pretty simple really; retail recruitment consultants make their money by earning commission from placing candidates into client companies – commissions typically based on the starting salary of the candidate. Retail Recruitment consultants do of course earn basic salaries but it’s in the commission where the serious cheddar of the successful consultant can be earned. And make no mistake, if you’re good at this game you’re going to earn some decent old wonga.
Visit either www.c2recruitment.com or www.retail-recruitment.co.uk for more information.
C2 Recruitment going the extra mile for all your recruitment needs.

C2 Recruitment was given the full REC Audit last Friday at their Shrewsbury offices.

A company that is REC Audited means it has undergone a robust audit package that validates compliance with the Employment Agencies Act and Conduct Regulations 2003 and REC Code of Professional Practice. The REC team of professional auditors conducts a thorough audit of the business, going through various areas of compliance

Shane Hawkins, Managing Director of C2 Recruitment said: “We are committed to delivering the very best service to our clients and the REC audit demonstrates that commitment.

“The audit was very intense and examined a range of areas. The full audit is used as a tool to ensure that our agency is legal and compliant and also checks our practices. I am pleased to announce that C2 Recruitment passed first time, with flying colours.

The REC advises both jobseekers and companies who purchase recruitment solutions to look for the REC audited logo, the logo is confirmation that an independent assessment to the highest possible standards has been carried out.

After being in business for a number of years C2 Recruitment has gone from strength to strength and now has a new office in Birmingham for its retail recruitment arm of the business. C2 Retail Recruitment has experience in working with some of the UK’s leading retail companies. From global chains, to high street brands C2 retail boasts a wealth of recruitment experience in all areas of retail – both UK and Internationally.

The new Birmingham office is located at the prestigious “Baskerville House” near the NIA Arena.

Shane added “We are delighted to have secured our offices at Baskerville House. The facilities are simply fantastic and feedback from our national clients has been really positive”.

If you are looking to recruit new staff, or if you are looking for employment within the commercial sectors, then contact the team at C2 Recruitment. They are happy to offer any advice and assistance in recruitment.

Visit their website at www.c2recruitment.com or www.retail-recruitment.co.uk call the team on 01743 454 975.

Going against expected growth figures The REC announced today that figures for the UK’s Recruitment Industry have shown a 25% growth.

http://www.rec.uk.com/press/news/1850

While the economy is still unstable and employment numbers are not showing any real improvement it’s seems surprising that the Recruitment industry should be fighting back. Initial suggestions put it down to the industries resilience but it may also be that companies are more aware of the long term damage and costs of bad employment and are using Recruitment Agencies to ensure they get the very best candidates with the most relevant experience. Using a specialist agency, whether it’s a IT Recruitment or a Retail Recruitment specialist etc, the knowledge, skills and resources they offer take a lot of the risk out of employment.

jakecintra@c2recruitment.com
C2 Retail Recruitment
01743 454 975

Retail convenience supermarket Spar is to open a store in Abu Dhabi it has just announced. This will be the companies first store in the United Arab Emirates and the store will sell over 20,000 products. The store will also provide new retail jobs for up to 120 people. The full story can be read here http://www.retailgazette.co.uk/articles/42043-spar-expands-into-uae
For more retail recruitment news visit our blogs at www.retail-recruitment.com or www.c2recruitment.com

jakecintra@c2recruitment.com
01743 454 975

C2 Retail Recruitment is proud to announce the opening of a brand new office in Birmingham. Located at the prestigious ”Baskerville House” near the NIA Arena our offices are just a 5 minute walk from both Birmingham New Street Station and Snow hill. C2 Retail Recruitment Managing Director Shane Hawkins had this to say… ” We are delighted to have secured our offices at Baskerville House. The facilities are simply fantastic and feedback from our national clients has been really positive”.

C2 Recruitment will continue to operate in its Shrewsbury offices however the new premises in Birmingham will be used to spearhead the Retail Recruitment operation.

Shane and the team would like to say a huge thank you to its valued clients and candidates and look forward to seeing you all soon. Our new office address is…

C2 Retail Recruitment

Baskerville House

Centenary Square

Birmingham

B1 2ND

 Tel: 0121 503 2310

enquiries@c2recruitment.com 

www.retail-recruitment.co.uk

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From 1st October the National Minimum Wage for adults throughout the UK will rise to £6.08 per hour.
This is a 2.5% increase was originally suggested by the independent Low Pay Commission.
There are also increases for Under 21’s and Under 18’s.

£5.93 to £6.08 an hour for workers aged 21 and over
£4.92 to £4.98 an hour for workers aged 18 to 20
£3.64 to £3.68 an hour for workers aged 16 to 17
£2.50 to £2.60 an hour for apprentices

This means that a full time adult employee minimum salary for a 52 week year is:

35 hours a week : 35 x 52 x 6.08 = £11065.60
37.5 hours a week : 37.5 x 52 x 6.08 = £11856.00
40 hours a week : 40 x 52 x 6.08 = £12646.40

jakecintra@c2recruitment.com
C2 Retail Recruitment