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What a brilliant way to end the week at Firwood Waterloo Rugby, celebrating their sponsors’ Christmas event at the home game against Winnington Park 🎄🏉 At Beam Recruit, we’re proud to support grassroots rugby clubs like Firwood Waterloo that sit at the heart of the community and do an incredible job of bringing businesses and sport together. A huge thank

Knowsley Chamber Of Commerce, you pulled off a fantastic evening at the stunning Knowsley Safari Park . Thank you🙏🏻 to the whole team for creating such a memorable event and for everything you do for your members. 📢 A huge shout-out and congratulations to Chris Williams MCIPS from Bid Management Services Limited for being nominated for the Corporate Social Responsibility

As we move into 2026, the UK talent market is shifting once again—and this time, purpose is emerging as one of the strongest drivers of staff attraction and retention. Salary will always matter, but candidates are increasingly making decisions based on connection, meaning and values. For SMEs competing with larger employers, this offers a huge opportunity. Purpose Is Becoming a

This time last week we where soaking up the gorgeous autumn weather at the beautiful Delamere Forest. A huge thank you to Freshwalks for putting on such a brilliant dayand thankyou Bathgate Business FinanceDJH North West – formerly Haines Watts North WestCummins Financial Advisers Limited It was the perfect chance to step away from the day-to-day, breathe in some fresh

What a great afternoon on Saturday at Firwood Waterloo Rugby Club – a proper hidden gem! Hard to believe it’s been part of the local community for over 143 years, giving so many people a place to belong, play and grow through sport. Brilliant to see the business communitygetting behind local grassroots rugby – these kinds of partnerships genuinely make

We had the pleasure of spending time with Anthony O’Brien and the senior leadership team at Profici, hearing first-hand about their exciting next stage of growth. Thank you for the invite Sophie Fairclough-Dunbavin — it’s always inspiring to see a business evolving with such clarity, purpose, and energy. At Beam , we love seeing organisations like Profici leading the way

Your EVP will be your biggest competitive edge in 2026 Did you know that 75% of candidates now prioritise a company’s mission, vision, values and culture when considering a new role. That’s based on research we commissioned from senior professionals across the UK — from managerial to C-suite level — within professional services— and it’s even more relevant as we

We are delighted to share details of an outstanding finance professional who is ready to take the exciting step from practice into industry. With invaluable experience at a Top 4 Accountancy firm, they are eager to bring their expertise and drive to a growing North West business. Snapshot of Experience:-🌟 Outstanding first-time mover into industry, bringing fresh perspective &ambition📌 ACA

Ever wondered if there’s a better way to hold onto your talented team without breaking the bank? Hint: It’s probably not about offering huge salaries or fancy offices—it’s about flexibility. Let’s face it, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the UK often find themselves competing against bigger companies with deeper pockets and shiny perks. But here’s some good news: there’s

Are you hiring in a way that truly includes everyone — and building teams where people feel they belong? It can feel daunting to know where to start, but small steps can lead to big change. Across the UK, more organisations are embracing the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in hiring — and it’s making a real difference.