How to Create an Inclusive Workplace Culture That Thrives

​Creating an inclusive workplace is about building an environment where everyone, regardless of background, feels valued, heard, and empowered to do their best work. A thriving, inclusive culture d...

​Pride at Work: Small Changes That Make a Big Difference

This Pride Month, let’s weave inclusion into the everyday.The theme for Pride 2025 is “The Fabric of Freedom” — a celebration of unity, authenticity, and the vibrant threads that make up the LGBTQ+...

How Do You Keep Up With A Job Market That's Constantly Changing?

The job market is unpredictable, can be full of red flags, and is changing faster than you can keep up with. One minute, your industry is crying out for talent, and the next, it's a ghost town. So,...

Recruitment Careers at VANRATH – What’s It Really Like?

We caught up with our Senior Tech Recruitment Specialist, Jennifer Curran, to find out what drew her to the world of recruitment, what sets VANRATH apart, and why the culture here makes all the dif...

​Why Northern Ireland Is the Smartest Place to Grow Your Business Right Now

(And why VANRATH should be your first call when you land.)When you think about scaling your business, your mind probably jumps to London, Dublin, or maybe somewhere further afield like Amsterdam or...

Let's Talk About NI's IT Contract Market

What’s really going on in the IT contract market right now?With tech evolving faster than ever, contract roles are becoming an increasingly popular option for both employers and candidates, but the...

Make The Job Search Easier For Yourself

Job searching can feel messy. If you want real results, you need to be intentional. A targeted job search isn’t about applying to every single role you come across. It’s about focusing your efforts...

Why Your Work Mates Matter More Than You Think

​No job is worth your sanity.It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and while the office might not hand out free therapy sessions or offer hugs on tap, that doesn’t mean your mental health should take ...

The Role of Mental Health Support in a Productive Workplace

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and if you’ve ever found yourself crying over an Excel sheet or hiding in the bathroom just to get five minutes of peace, this one’s for you. ​Work can be a bit o...

How to Stay Relevant in Your Field: The Importance of Continuous Learning

Industries are evolving at lightning speed and staying still is the equivalent of moving backward. Continuous learning is the key to remaining valuable, competitive, and fulfilled in your career. H...

“No” Isn’t a Dirty Word: Learning How (and When) to Say It at Work

Saying “no” at work can feel awkward at best and career-ending at worst. You don’t want to look unhelpful. You don’t want to rock the boat. You don’t want to disappoint your manager who seems to th...

​10 Ways to Keep Your Best Employees Happy and Engaged

Keeping top talent isn’t just about offering a competitive salary; it's also about fostering an environment where employees feel valued, challenged, and motivated. If you want to keep your best peo...

Tips for Finding Hidden Job Opportunities: Utilising Job Boards Effectively

​Job boards can be a goldmine or a black hole—depending on how you use them. Most job seekers scroll, click, apply, and hope for the best. But that’s the lazy approach. If you want to uncover the b...

8 Easy Steps to Nailing Your Contract IT Project Management Interview

​If you’re stepping into an interview for a contract IT Project Management role, chances are the client has tried to fill the position themselves and come up short. That’s where you come in, and wo...

​Understanding the Cost of a Bad Hire (and How to Avoid One)

Hiring the wrong person isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a financial and operational nightmare. A bad hire can drain productivity, tank team morale, and cost your company thousands. And yet, busine...

Preparing for Behavioural Interview Questions: How to Structure Your Responses

Behavioural interview questions can sometimes feel like an interrogation. Instead of a casual chat about your skills, you’re suddenly expected to relive your past experiences in excruciating detail...

​How to Attract Passive Job Seekers

Most companies spend their time chasing active job seekers—people scrolling job boards, tweaking CVs, and applying left, right, and centre. But what about the passive job seekers? The ones who are ...

The Best Way to Showcase Your Professional Portfolio

​Serious about your career? You might need a professional portfolio. Whether you're a designer, writer, engineer, or marketing specialist, a strong portfolio is your golden ticket to standing out f...

Redundancy Is Tough, But So Are You.

​To those navigating redundancy in the IT sector in Belfast – what some might perceive as failure or a setback is often the best thing that ever happened to us. Redundancy can leave you feeling bli...

Experience vs. Potential: Which Hire is Right for You?

​Ah, the age-old hiring dilemma: do you go for the seasoned professional who’s been there, done that, and got the LinkedIn endorsements to prove it? Or do you take a chance on the fresh-faced candi...