​NRL’s Recruitment business is celebrating being recognised as one of the UK’s top providers for another year. ​The Largest Staffing Firms in the UK report is prepared following extensive research by specialists at Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) to rank the top 50 performing recruitment businesses in the UK each year by stringently evaluating each organisations’ financial ...

​The Government has signalled the start of a green industrial revolution – pledging significant investment to develop a smarter future.​What is the Government’s ten-point plan?A portfolio of greener energy, building and infrastructure projects – helping to generate new jobs and addressing key topics such as cleaner energy generation, greener transport and environmental prote...

​Whilst we’ve all now got to grips with the main points around IR35, we take a deeper look at HMRC and some the areas End Clients may need to be aware of.​Will the Private Sector reform commence in April 2021?By all accounts, yes. Despite continued resistance within the contractor community, HMRC are keen to ensure the Private Sector roll out goes ahead in April.​Can we expe...

​The Government’s bold strategy published on 18th November 2020 launched a ten-point plan as the race for net zero continues. Calling it our green industrial revolution – drawing parallels with the innovation demonstrated by industry leaders during the UK’s first industrial revolution some 250 years ago.From advancing offshore wind, to exploring carbon capture and storage – ...

​The global pandemic is having wide-reaching changes to our lives and workplaces. NRL’s Sunderland Branch Manager Emma Lowden takes a look at what this means for the UK workforce.The rise of the contingent workforce was widely predicted ahead of the events this year. What this year has forced is an acceleration of this trend, with businesses looking to make more strategic de...

​Our Wigan recruitment team are celebrating a milestone achievement, as Divisional Manager Debbie Power marked 20 years working at NRL in October.Originally joining the business as a Senior Consultant managing Wigan vacancies as part of a small specialist engineering recruitment team, Debbie’s career has grown alongside the branch – with her now responsible for managing the ...

​With exciting redevelopment plans for projects across the region, NRL’s North East branch were delighted to support the Tees Valley Business Summit – joining the list of exhibitors at the online networking event. ​The local recruitment team have been working with clients on projects in the region for over thirty years, most recently supporting a number of contractors on the...

​Many Limited Company contractors may be exploring what changes they could make ahead of April 2021. ​5 things contractors need to consider for IR35HMRC will expect End Clients to consider a number of factors when making status determinations for each assignment, including the working practices between the organisation and the contractor.​​​Understanding IR35 in more detail ...

​After watching a online webinar for Dogger Bank, hosted by NOF, our Falkirk Team Leader Graham Ross provides his views on how projects like this should be supporting the UK’s renewable energy agenda.​​NOF have provided very helpful updates and useful information on the Dogger Bank project, not to mention providing contacts for networking, which will hopefully lead to some e...

​Plans for Sizewell C will see the construction a 3,200MW nuclear power plant comprising of two nuclear reactors – helping to deliver low carbon electricity to over six million homes.​Project Snapshot Developer: EDF Energy Estimated construction commencement: 2022 Estimated Start-up: 2031 Value of project: £18 billion ​What is Sizewell C? Whilst currently in its planning ...

​When organisations first began to tackle the IR35 Private Sector reform it wasn’t long before the media started reporting blanket bans from big brands, and their decision to cease working with Limited Company contractors. Instead advising them that they would need to move to an Umbrella or PAYE payment model. ​Demonstrating reasonable careWhilst other organisations decided ...

​If you’ve found yourself in the unfortunate position of facing redundancy, it can feel extremely daunting. Perhaps you don’t know how to begin the process of looking for a new job. ​With the global pandemic resulting in many positions being made redundant, social media network LinkedIn has launched a feature to help connect people with potential new job opportunities. Open...

​Technical engineering recruitment and contracting company NRL has thrown its support behind the drive to build British Nuclear, by signing up to the Sizewell C Consortium. ​The consortium, devised of nuclear and green energy leaders, has been created to support the planning application for Sizewell C – helping to secure a low carbon future and job prosperity for the UK. Pla...

​NRL’s Egremont recruitment team were delighted to be named associate sponsor for the in-Cumbria Business Awards 2020. ​The awards, that will take place on 12th November, will be hosted virtually for the first time – through a live online stream. Each year the award ceremony recognises those businesses in the local area that are excelling – both in their field, and within th...

​If you suspect you’ll be receiving an In Scope IR35 determination when your End Client recommences IR35 preparations for the Private Sector roll out, is there anything you can do about it? ​Take the time to review your determination You’ll be given an official Status Determination Statement (SDS), which may be derived from HMRC’s online CEST tool (Check Employment Status fo...

​When the Government announced in March 2020 that they were postponing the Private Sector reform until April 2021 it all went a bit quiet. We take a look at where we are now, and what’s been happening as the April 2021 date approaches. ​Will the Private Sector reform happen in April 2021? It’s certainly looking that way. It was debated in the House of Commons, but MPs voted ...

​Before the Government made an eleventh-hour shift away from the IR35 Private Sector reform, most organisations had already defined and commenced execution of their IR35 strategy. What lessons can we take from how previous plans were managed and implemented? ​Timing is key As organisations began to digest the legislation and make sense of what data and information they would...

​When looking for a new role, it can be difficult to know how you can make yourself stand out from other candidates. For those individuals who choose to work with a recruitment agency, making a good first impression is key to proving that you’ve got not only the skills for the job, but also a strong desire to work in the position you’ve applied for. We asked some of our Wig...

​If you’re looking to advance in your career, the obvious first step is to make sure you have created a CV that highlights your key achievements and previous experience. Pulling together the perfect CV can be more difficult than it sounds however, so we asked some of the members of our Wigan Recruitment Team for their advice. ​Don’t limit yourself to just having one CV Tim M...

​When you step off the plane in a new country days before starting your new role, it can feel a little overwhelming. We take a look at the first four essential things you should do to ensure a smooth transition. ​Lean on your local meet and greet When taking up a new international assignment you’ll be able to request a meet and greet service on arrival. They’ll pick you up a...

​In April 2020, our Sunderland Branch Director Gillian Gomersall celebrated 30 years at NRL – having led and developed our North East recruitment expertise for three decades. She reflects on what the recruitment industry was like when she started out in 1990.​The candidate database was logged in our head! When I started at NRL and asked how I could find candidates the Branch...

​Whilst how HMRC will make finite In and Out of Scope decisions when IR35 comes into effect in the Private Sector is something of a secret algorithm, there has been a lot of debate around the topic of Financial Risk.For Personal Services Companies to work independently from the End Client they should expect to incur a certain amount of Financial Risk, that they wouldn’t usua...

​NRL’s Falkirk and Glasgow recruitment teams are celebrating being shortlisted in the 2020 s1jobs Recruitment Awards as finalists in the Best Recruitment Consultancy (UK & International Operations) category. ​The awards recognise those recruitment agencies and individuals who are leading the way in Scotland – looking for examples of best practices whilst showcasing loca...

For clients considering their strategic approach to IR35, NRL Group Director Daniel Redmayne discusses the importance of staying true to your company values and culture.​As businesses began to prepare for the IR35 Private Sector reform we saw more and more of the larger blue-chip companies adopting a decision to cease working with Limited Company contractors. Whilst this str...

Stepping into a new sector such as one as complex as nuclear power may seem daunting. In our average working day we’re used to hearing terminology and industry jargon, and can easily navigate our way through documentation and reports. ​ If you’re looking for a fresh challenge in the nuclear sector, we take a look at a few of the key terms you’ll need to know. ​AGCR (or AGR) ...

​NRL’s Sunderland Recruitment Team took part in the hair-raising Mad March Mare on 29th February – the North East’s muddiest obstacle course. As part of a year-long fundraising partnership with Grace House, the team is aiming to raise £1k as they train to take part in the muddiest of races. ​ What is Mad March Mare? Courage, teamwork, tenacity, endurance, willpower, co...

​If you’re considering taking up your first contract abroad with a new role overseas you’ll have just discovered that there’s a lot of paperwork and legislation you need to prepare. We take a look at the 8 key things you’ll need to consider to contract abroad. ​​1. Be clear on the assignment requirements It is advisable, when negotiating your contract, to gain absolute clar...

​NRL's International Recruitment Team joined other UK businesses at EGYPS 2020 in February, North Africa and the Mediterranean’s premier Oil and Gas conference and exhibition.​EGYPS is a very important date in the diary in Egypt each year, with over 430 exhibiting businesses and 30,000 visitors. The show is held under the patronage of his excellency Abdel Fattah El Sisi, Pre...

​If you receive an In Scope IR35 status determination from your client or suspect one is heading your way, then you’ll need to start considering what the best approach to take is. We consider the options below.​ Perhaps you want to switch to PAYE? Many of the larger recruitment agencies manage their own contractor PAYE payroll. NRL’s in-house payroll team manage thousands of...

​CEST, or Check Employment Status for Tax for those not in the know, has been widely critiqued in the media. We take a look at it in the more detail. ​What is CEST? It’s HMRC’s tool to assess off-payroll working assignments. The tool is hosted on the Gov.uk website, and as a separate IR35 status determination will be required for each assignment, the form can be completed mu...

​Congratulations, you’ve just accepted your first overseas role and you’re jetting off to enjoy life as an expat. Now the initial excitement has worn off though you’ll have quite a lot of questions. We take a look at the main things you’ll need to consider before stepping on the plane. ​Visa and travel documentation For many locations outside the EU you’ll need to secure a ...

​If you’re looking to boost your CV and further develop your career, or are looking to find alternative work you may want to consider moving to a new sector. We asked our Woking Branch Director Daniel Redmayne for his advice on applying for work in a new sector to advance or adapt your career. ​Changing sectors is a great way to get out of your comfort zone, learn new skills...

​When it comes to assessing IR35, HMRC will assess End Clients based on a number of key factors to understand how the contractor is engaged. We take a look at them in more detail below. ​Mutuality of Obligation Mutuality of Obligation refers to whether a client is obliged to offer work (and pay the contractor) and if the contractor is obliged to take it. If this were the cas...

​There’s lots of terminology surrounding IR35, but the most important to understand is the difference between contractors being In and Out of Scope of IR35. ​The IR35 basicsIR35, whilst already in operation in the Public Sector, will be extended to the Private Sector in April 2021. The legislation is used by HMRC to verify the tax status of external contractors operating as ...

​You’ll have found it hard to miss that IR35 is heading to the private sector, but what will it mean for your company if you engage external contractors? ​What is IR35? Already in force across the public sector, IR35 is legislation drawn up by the government to combat tax avoidance. External contractors who provide services to end clients through a limited company, often kno...

​Like it or not, IR35 is heading to the Private Sector. It’s a topic self-employed contractors are already talking about, and it’s no surprise when In Scope assignments will see them subject to income tax and National Insurance Contributions they are not currently required to pay. ​Making IR35 determinations The legislation will require businesses, known as the End Client, t...

​If you’ve ever been asked to supply contractors to an overseas site, you may not have thought much of it at first – simply arrange travel and accommodation (or ask them to organise this themselves) and ensure they get paid. There are however many more factors to take into account and as the hiring company, more often than not, the responsibility falls on you to manage these...

​With IR35 heading to the Private Sector in April 2021, anyone new to this legislation may feel overwhelmed. You will no doubt have already read lots of articles about this off-payroll working reform, packed with legal terms used to reference the legislation. ​ We’ve pulled together the key terms below, to help you better understand the IR35 legislation. ​Agency Recruitment ...

​With growing interest in the nuclear new build (NNB) market, our Woking Director Dan Redmayne takes a look at how candidates can benefit from this growing sector even if they are not a nuclear engineer. ​What types of opportunities does the nuclear new build sector have to offer? The NNB sector has a lot more to offer than just nuclear engineering roles. In the current NNB ...

​NRL’s North East recruitment team have pledged their support for local charity Grace House. ​ The recruitment team, located near to Grace House in Sunderland, will partner with the charity throughout 2020 to provide support and fundraising. Grace House provide families with much needed short break and respite care for children with complex difficulties and autism. They pro...

​If you’re looking to work abroad you’ll need to secure that next big role, so we’ve pulled together a few handy tips. ​ Find the right role to apply for Work with your recruitment agency to identify the best roles that fit your skills. Be open to the opportunity of working in countries that weren’t necessarily on your bucket list – they’ll often be able to place you in coun...

​Recruitment experts NRL Group have reaffirmed their position as leaders in the Engineering contractor market with a double award win at The Contracting Awards 2019. The awards, held on Wednesday 6th November, recognised the top service providers to the contracting community. ​ NRL’s Recruitment business was named the Best Contractor Recruitment Agency in the Engineerin...

To help candidates considering applying for roles on Hinkley Point C, we answer the main questions about this high-profile project.​​What is Hinkley Point C? Hinkley Point C is a new Power Station under construction in Bridgwater, Somerset. Two Nuclear reactors are being constructed, this is the first of a new generation of power stations that provide low-carbon electricity ...

The beautiful, picturesque Somerset has a lot to offer people of all ages. For anyone thinking of relocating down to the region to take up a role on Hinkley Point C, our handy relocation guide is an essential read.​We’ve created the guide to support you as you explore the opportunity of working at Hinkley Point C (HPC) and what it could provide for you and your family. Downl...

​Keen to ensure as many local residents as possible had the opportunity to register their interest to work on Keadby 2, NRL's project team recently spent time discussing the site's labour pool at local job fairs.​Launching the recruitment driveAs the project team opened up applications for local workers who were interested in roles on the busy construction site, they hosted ...

​Technical recruitment business NRL is celebrating reaching the finals of the TALiNT International Annual Recruitment Awards 2019. ​ The revamped awards, following the merger of Recruitment International with TALiNT, are one of the recruitment industry’s most coveted accolades. This year NRL makes the shortlist for their back office support services as well as proven te...

​Technical recruitment company NRL Limited will work with ENGIE to deliver the 2020 outage programme at Heysham Power Station. ​ ENGIE is a leading energy and services company focused on three key activities: production and supply of energy, services and regeneration. ENGIE provide facilities management services to Heysham Power Station. Having previously worked with EN...

​Siemens is partnering with UK technical recruitment firm NRL for the Keadby 2 project in North Lincolnshire, which is being developed by SSE, and is set to become the cleanest and most efficient gas-fired power station in Europe. ​ NRL’s Wigan team will be responsible for engaging with the local community and its existing UK-based candidates to manage recruitment of workers...

​NRL Limited’s Sunderland team are celebrating a significant milestone for Branch Manager Emma Lowden as she marks 20 years’ service. ​ Joining the team in 1999, Emma originally called into the North East based recruitment office looking to secure temporary work with one of NRL’s clients whilst home from university. She left with a 3-week assignment covering the branch’s r...

​In October 2018 SSE and Siemens broke ground on the new Keadby 2 project, the most efficient CCGT power station under construction in the UK. Whilst still in its early stages, work has continued to progress on-site so NRL Group Director Greg Compton takes a look at the project in more detail.​Project Snapshot Developer: SSE Partner: Siemens Value of project: £350 million in...

​Mhairi Brown leads NRL’s technical and engineering recruitment operations across Scotland, working with renewable energy clients to place temporary and permanent workers into this emerging sector. She discussed how businesses can address the renewable energy skill shortage in Business Scotland magazine.​As more and more renewable energy projects commence development in Sc...

​NRL's Woking Recruitment branch headed to their local shopping centre on Wednesday 3rd July to help jobseekers with careers advice and CV checks. The team, led by Director Daniel Redmayne and Team Leader Andy Williams, are based in the centre of Woking on Church Street West – and set up shop outside Woking Shopping Centre for the day to chat with local residents. ​ Discuss...

Global Recruiter magazine's special 2019 compliance report, surveyed recruitment agencies about their approach to compliance. ​Managing an international recruitment operation sees NRL’s International Development Director Will Fossey juggling the complexities of compliance on a daily basis, so he was only too happy to contribute to Global Recruiter’s annual survey. Intrigue...

​The NRL Group have reaffirmed their commitment to driving diversity in their recruitment operations through APSCo’s Member Committed to Diversity status. ​APSCo – the Association of Professional Staffing Companies – asks members to demonstrate how their recruitment solutions and business operations have been developed to encourage an inclusive and diverse workforce. The dri...

​NRL’s Egremont branch has thrown their support behind the This Is Me campaign which the Cumbria Chamber of Commerce recently launched. ​ Working alongside Sellafield Ltd., the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, BAE Systems and Cumbria Police, the campaign is aimed at highlighting mental health illness in the region. Statistics show that one in six British workers are affect...