Team Morson’s Tasha Jonas finally faces off with old amateur foe and current Women’s P4P number one, Katie Taylor on a massive Matchroom Boxing card on May 1st. The pair first faced off at the 2012 Olympics in which the Irish superstar defeated Jonas, but the Liverpudlian now has the opportunity to get revenge on her rival in the high stakes World Title fight:“From the minute I turned professional, there was always the build-up that we would face each other. Obviously, the loss (to Obenauf) knocked me off course a bit but I’m back on course now and I’ve got the fight. I don’t think it’s any different from the Terri Harper fight, I’m still an underdog, I’m still getting overlooked and this is the chance for me to put my name out there and win the belts.” Jonas also discussed why their previous bout at the Olympics is incomparable to what fans can expect in their upcoming Undisputed Lightweight title fight: “For me, it’s a completely different scenario. In the amateurs you’re trying to score points and a knockdown is one point, it doesn’t benefit you at all to be a big puncher and once you lose a few points it’s hard to catch them up within four rounds. In the pros, if you lose a round you’ve got another nine to catch up. We’re two totally different fighters and on the night, I’ll show that it’s nine years of improvement”Coach, Joe Gallagher is never one to hide his passion for his fighters and he is delighted that Tasha is finally getting the opportunity to announce herself on the world stage, with four belts up for grabs: “I’m thrilled to bits for her. Tasha’s fight with Terri Harper was the first all British female world title fight and it won female fight of the year and everyone that watched was totally enthralled by it. We didn’t get the decision we wanted, but everyone around the world knows we won that world title and I look at Natasha as a world champion in my eyes. It’s great for Natasha to be given the opportunity to lock horns with her old amateur rival in Katie Taylor, nine years in the making” The former Ring Magazine trainer of the year also stressed the magnitude of the fight for Women’s Boxing as a whole: “Tasha vs Katie Taylor is the biggest British/Irish fight we’ve seen and will ever see and we’ve got to enjoy the moment. I hope that in the build-up that respect is put on the name of Tasha, she’s inspiring the next generation of women coming through and fighting for increased women’s pay in the sport and her legacy will stand the test of time” Tasha added: “I want the best version of Katie. I don’t want to win and then for people to say she wasn’t herself or at her best and she’ll want to beat the best version of me because that’s the two athletes we are. The thing about history is you don’t appreciate it until it’s happened, I’m an athlete trying to achieve my goal but it was the same as the Olympics, I only realised how big the occasion was and what I achieved when I retired.We wish Tasha the best of luck on May 1st in one of the biggest fights of the year and everyone at Morson will be showing their full support!
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A surge of renewable energy investment is transforming the UK economy and with it changing the energy jobs landscape forever. Business Development Manager Adam Ritchie talks about how Morson, with decades of experience in the energy sector, can help source niche talent in renewables:Years like 2020 can often bring about seismic changes in the business landscape. Changes to industry dynamics along with renewed governmental pressures can combine to accelerate innovations, bringing them to the centre of the revivals. In the first few months of 2020, Britain relied on renewable energy like it never has before. In fact, for the first time in history, the power generated by clean, renewable energy was greater than that which was generated by traditional fossil fuels.Furthermore, with greatly limited travel throughout 2020 and the early parts of 2021, emissions were significantly reduced across the world. UK vehicle emissions dropped 60% at the height of the lockdown, and globally emissions were down a record 7%, owed in no small part to the stringent limitations imposed on air travel. Stats like this help create a public attitude in favour of renewable energy, with a greater number of people in the energy sector looking towards renewable energy jobs. This isn’t the first time the rise of green energy has spurred on an ailing economy. After the 2009 financial crash, the Confederation of British Industry estimated that green economy contributed at least a third of the UK’s economic growth in 2010-11.Economists believe that the renewable energy industry, with support from the wider public, could create a huge surge in renewable jobs and projects across the UK and the world. An energy jobs surgeStats from RenewableUK suggest that if the Government takes steps to maximise the economic benefits of renewable energy, a surge in contracts for renewable energy projects will result in a tidal wave of £20billion in investment and 12,000 new jobs in energy and construction. The real benefit of these roles is that we’re equipping ourselves for the future, with the skills required for renewable energy roles being future-proofed. Training people now and getting them prepared to fill this surge of new energy jobs not only bolsters the low-carbon economy but the wider economy at a time of looming post-COVID recession and job losses. Of course, there’s also the important point that we’re helping to address a key global issue – climate change. So why is this happening now?The reduced risk for renewable energyImproved technology, greater advocacy, and rapidly falling costs associated with the infrastructure required to deliver renewable energy means that the risks formerly associated with the sector have been greatly reduced in recent years. Roads to renewable energy are therefore cleared, so it’s no surprise that we’re seeing more energy businesses moving towards renewable energy.The move is already happeningOur client Scottish Power is poised to invest billions in the UK’s renewable energy sector industry in the next few years. This includes an onshore wind boost as the Government u-turned on previously blocking financial support for such projects. This is a big boost for the business and the country, allowing for the creation of more jobs in renewables.Conversely, oil giants are warning that job losses could be faced in the sector, with billions removed from their spending plans – the loss of demand during the coronavirus pandemic was reflected in a colossal drop in fossil fuel prices. Indeed, the pandemic seems to be accelerating the trend towards renewable energy quite dramatically, which can have a positive effect on the renewable jobs market and, importantly, in addressing climate change concerns.How we’re positioned to helpAs the largest engineering recruiter in the UK our diverse candidate pool gives our clients access to unique skills and expertise across new and existing markets and our international footprint gives us access to the best talent globally.An industry study we conducted on behalf of Scottish Power indicated that within the next 10 years, 30-40% of current jobs in the current energy sector and the associated supply chain will not exist and thus will transform into new jobs. We have over 50 years’ experience in sectors such as nuclear and oil & gas and therefore have knowledge of how skills can be transferred from these adjacent markets, something that will be critical in the coming years. For example, our strong manufacturing experience will add value to organisations designing and building in the UK, especially across the solar and wind markets. Our decommissioning expertise in both oil and nuclear also plays a pivotal part in the government’s green initiatives, supporting on key projects such as Sizewell and Sellafield.Going beyond the traditional transactional recruitment model, as the race for renewable energy talent ramps up over the coming years, our core differentiator is our access to an extensive skills network across our branches. We use a wide range of attraction techniques, from recruitment team industry knowledge, to database and networking, and PR, social and marketing support to help your brand shine. Our industry analysis indicates that some of the key areas for candidates in the UK are Scotland and the South East. Brighton, Guildford, Oxford and Reading in particular have a high level of active candidates with relatively few jobs in renewables in the local area. Almost two-thirds of these (61%) have more than 8 years of experience in the industry with a big focus on Project Management and Project Engineers. Get in touch today to find out how we can use our industry expertise to leverage your brand and help recruit for your next generation of renewable talent.With the ability to operate on all scales, we design and deliver complex projects across sectors which require specialist knowledge and expertise.The best relationships start with an open conversation, so don't hesitate to get in touch. Contact Adam Ritchie at adam.ritchie@morson.com or call 07713 342 387
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With data breaches becoming a pressing problem for a growing number of businesses across a wide range of industries, the demand for highly skilled cyber security professionals is on the rise. In fact, as many businesses move online and become more technologically advanced, the issue of information security is only set to increase in priority and those individuals with the right cyber security qualifications and skills are set to prosper.For individuals with an interest in IT, computer science or cyber-crime, cyber security could be a very fruitful career path. However, since cyber security is a particularly broad field and information security specialists can have a diverse range of responsibilities, not to mention work in a vast number of industries, information security specialists will need a comprehensive set of skills and qualifications.Cyber Security QualificationsIf you believe you possess several of the skills above and have a passion for information security, you may want to think about pursuing a career in cyber security. If you’re at the start of your professional career, one of the best ways to get into the information security sector is to take a relevant degree subject.Although in some cases it is possible to move across from other IT roles into a cyber security position, this is becoming more difficult as cyber security careers increase in popularity. If you’re interested in a cyber security career, one of the following degree subjects will help you along the career path:ITCyber securityComputer scienceForensic computingNetwork engineeringNetworks and securityMathematics, physics or other STEM subjectsIf you’re already working in the cyber security sector, you may want to take a few other cyber security qualifications to further your career. With a whole range of industry related certifications out there, it’s important that professionals only take modules that apply to their specialism. Here are a few extra qualifications available that cyber security specialists might want to consider:Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)Great for professionals just starting out in cyber security, this qualification only requires one year’s experience and provides the perfect opportunity for individuals to prove their technical skills and security knowledge.To gain the SSCP qualification, individuals will need to have a comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge of all the skills and information required to thrive in this industry, with modules covering topics such as risk identification and cryptography. Finally, those studying for the SSCP will be assessed by a three-hour exam.Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)The most commonly held qualification amongst information security specialists, the CISSP is often essential for career development in this industry. Individuals will need to have around four or more years’ experience and tend to be of consultant or managerial level.The qualification covers eight cyber security disciplines, including asset security, security engineering and identity and access management, before culminating in a six-hour exam. The certification is a globally recognised achievement of excellence and is one of the requirements of the ISO/IEC Standard 17024.Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)A qualification for professionals with at least five years’ experience working in the industry, the CISM certification is a great way to further your career. You must have completed the required five years of work experience, which includes at least three years in an information security management position, before you obtain the qualification. To receive the accreditation, you must have completed your work experience within 10 years’ prior to submitting the application.Skills needed for a career in cyber securityNot sure if you’re cut out for a career in cyber security? Well, if your interest is sparked by the idea of becoming an information security analyst, penetration tester or a computer forensics investigator, you may already possess a few skills crucial for one of these roles. A competent information security professional will need:Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for spotting trends in dataThe ability to make decisions with confidence and show initiativeTo be able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlinesHave a keen attention to detail and work in a logical and objective fashionTo be well organised and able to manage their own timeThe ability to work creatively and think outside of the boxStrong communication skills, as well as the ability to adapt communication styles to suit different audiencesTo have a clear understanding of confidentiality issues and relating lawsAn inquisitive nature and a keen interest in the IT sectorIf you’re looking to further your career, why not find out if you could progress quicker in a new position? Take a look at our latest IT job listings to see if you can take your career to the next level.
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Team Morson’s Salford Red Devils picked up their first win of the season in their Challenge Cup opener against Widnes with a dominant 68-4 victory. Prop, Jack Ormondryod was this week’s Morson Recruit of The Round with a try and an assist, as the 29-year-old continues to make the most of his opportunities this season: “Yeah, it’s nice yeah, it doesn’t happen very often and it’s nice to get the recognition and a try as well which doesn’t happen very often either. The most important thing was to get the first win of the season on the board” He continued: “It’s my best moment in a Salford shirt for sure, I didn’t really play much last season but I’ve got a good few minutes under my belt in pre-season and the first couple of games this year. It’s definitely my best performance so far” Head coach Richard Marshall was massively impressed with Ormondroyd’s performance and hailed him as ‘A shining star for us’ and the former Featherstone Rover player is looking to continue to impress: "It’s nice to hear obviously positive comments like that, I think in the past I didn’t have as many chances during last season so it’s nice that Richard has put faith in me and showed trust in me. It’s good that I can repay him with a performance like that for giving me a chance” Jack is looking to go from strength to strength with the side and continue to build his reputation at the club in the season ahead: “My goal personally is to try and nail down a spot in the team every week, I had a meeting with Richard in pre-season saying that was one of my goals and I’ve put quite a lot of work in this pre-season and hopefully Richard has seen that and it’ll pay off and I can keep my spot and have a good season” Salford next take on Catalan Dragons who have won all three of their opening games of the season and Ormondroyd is expecting another tough test:“It’ll be a tough game, they’ve got a big pack. We talked about restarting our season against Widnes after two disappointing opening performances and that convincing win against them will hopefully go a long way into restarting our season. It’ll be a tough test this weekend, but hopefully we can continue to build this week and put in a good performance against Catalans” A massive congratulations to Jack Ormondroyd from everyone at Morson for being this week’s Recruit of the Round and the best of luck against Catalans Dragons this weekend!
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Hiring for your rapidly growing startup can be both a highly rewarding and an incredibly challenging process. Growing your internal team to add both the capacity and skills to scale up is crucial to your plans for expansion. However, making the right hires to truly impact your developing startup in a positive manner, takes more than just the creation of a checklist of criteria. Recently, Prince Harry was named Chief Impact Officer at BetterUp Inc, a startup based in San Francisco. Whilst this may be a more literal interpretation of an impact hire, his role will still be centered around furthering the coaching and mental health firms wider aims. In his own words, he hopes to achieve “driving advocacy and awareness for mental fitness” and “guiding BetterUp’s social mission and impact.”. Now you don’t need to hire your business a Prince to find your impact hire, but having someone with the same desire to influence your company’s future should be a top priority. Here are the reasons why you should be doing everything you can to guarantee you make high impact hires.Find those future leaders When scaling up your business, you’re looking for those special hires that will make a significant, long term impact. These impact hires often have a specific set of skills or expertise that provide the ability to create a lasting influence within your organisation. Whether they touch on revenue, operations, strategy or other areas of the business, getting the right impact hire will generate the results you need to successfully navigate the scaling up phase and lay the platform for the future success of your business.Develop your company cultureWe all dream of having the perfect company culture that represents our core values. But this is a lot easier to instill and maintain whilst you’re still a relatively new business, but can be more challenging as you scale your business. For those with aspirations of growth and evolution, it should be no surprise that this will have a huge impact on the culture fostered in the early stages of your business. When bringing in new talent, you look for someone who you believe fits in with your core values and will share the same common goals as those already within the organisation. But if you can find the right impact hire, they can not only become a champion for your existing ideologies but can further develop that culture to ensure it remains relevant as your startup becomes an established company.Boost productivity Bringing in a new face that can not only provide an improved performance in their role but raise the level of the team around them is an instant pathway to success. Ultimately, your startups success is dependent on your staff. Without the right team in place, operating at a highly productive level, you will no doubt struggle during the scaling up phase of business. Increase revenueFinally, the number one aim of almost every startup is to increase revenue generation across the business. This will enable further growth and allow your company to hasten its ability to navigate through the scale up phase. Making the right hires will do this, particularly when hiring for those revenue generating roles such as sales and investments. If you can find the perfect individual, who buys into your business model, and has the skills and expertise to sell your business to the right people, you’re on your way to successfully growing your startup. Where do I find impact hires?Scaling up is a challenge. Finding the right talent to build your teams isn’t as easy as placing a job advert online and waiting for the applications to flood in. This is especially true if you’re searching for those high impact hires that will leave a lasting legacy with your company and play a key role in its growth.Here at Morson we understand those challenges. We are innovators with people at our hearts, focused on fulfilling our clients’ recruitment needs, including the most niche and hard to fill roles. We have access to huge sources of talent that you would ordinarily struggle to find.Get in touch with Morson today, so we can work together with you to create lasting value and the competitive advantage you need to succeed.
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There is an increasing number of construction manager jobs available in the UK construction industry. If you want to know how to become a construction manager and to see if the role is the right fit for you, read on to find out more.Here at Morson, we are specialist recruiters for the construction industry. Click here to search our latest construction manager opportunities.RATES£40-80kHOT SPOTSHinkley Point C / HS2QUALIFICATIONSHND/HNC, DegreeWhat does a construction manager do?A construction engineer or manager, sometimes referred to as a site manager, is in charge of pretty much everything that occurs on a building site. One of the most senior people to be found on-site, you’ll be expected to oversee and direct the specific operations within a building project. Your day-to-day activities can vary. From hiring staff and going over plans with architects, surveyors and engineers, to planning work schedules, monitoring progress and reporting back to clients. You’ll be the main point of contact on-site, both for subcontractors and the general public. What is a construction manager’s salary?As a construction manager, your salary can vary, depending on the area, project and employer you’re working for. At the start of your career you can expect to earn between £27,000 and £33,000 per year, with this increasing to £40,000 – £60,000 as you gain more experience. Construction managers at the peak of their career, especially senior or chartered managers, can often see their salary go up to £80,000 per year. These figures are intended as a guideline only. What skills do I need?First and foremost, a successful construction manager needs excellent communication and leadership skills, as you’ll be interacting with a number of different people and need the ability to motivate a team. You’ll also need a good understanding and awareness of health and safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment is maintained.Planning, decision-making and problem-solving skills are essential, in order to handle the day-to-day running of a construction site and to overcome any potential obstacles you may face throughout a project.Maths and IT skills are also important. You’ll need an in-depth knowledge of various building methods and be competent using project management and financial computer software.What qualifications do I need?Construction manager jobs usually need a HND/HNC, a foundation degree or degree in a relevant area, such as building engineering, architecture studies, civil engineering, construction management or construction engineering. You’ll also need to have considerable work experience in the industry.Alternatively, you can apply for a Modern Apprenticeship through the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), after studying a number of subjects such as English, maths, science and technology. You can then study part-time for a HNC/HND.You’ll also need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site, and will need to have passed a health and safety test.What are the hours and conditions?You’ll usually work around 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Sometimes you may need to work overtime at evenings or weekends to meet tight deadlines as and when the project requires it. You’ll spend a lot of time travelling between job sites and meeting contractors and clients, so be prepared for long days on the road and time spent away from home.Working on-site can be dusty, noisy and dangerous. A lot of your time will be spent outdoors, meaning you’ll face all manner of different weather conditions.As with any on-site work, you’ll be required to wear protective clothing, such as hardhats, safety boots, ear protection and goggles.Career progressionWith time, experience and additional training, there are a number of opportunities for progression in your career. Some people choose to move into contract management or consultancy, while others move into senior or project management positions. Alternatively, you could move into support services, such as health and safety or building inspection.An excellent way to improve your career progression prospects is to attain chartered status. The Chartered Institute of Building is an industry body that offers a number of different membership options to help you boost your career.Morson are a specialist recruiter for the construction sector. To view all of our current jobs within the industry, click here.
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