Blogs from across the Oscar Group

Oscar has been ranked ninth in this year’s prestigious Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work For making it the number one UK recruitment firm on the list. The 100-strong list, compiled in partnership with Best Companies, recognises the organisations which are leading the way in creating engaging and exciting workplaces, with Oscar leaping into the top 10 from 22nd pl...

Texas might make you think cowboys, country music and American Football, it probably doesn’t make you think of tech recruitment. But it should. In October, we announced that Oscar Technology was expanding; opening a strategically placed office in Austin to complement our existing base in Houston. Why Austin? Let’s find out. The beginning Oscar delivers exceptional recruitmen...

Celebrated global recruiter Oscar is expanding its United States services offering with the opening of a strategically placed office in Austin, nicknamed Silicon Hills and home to the world’s leading tech giants. The Austin, Texas office will support Oscar in its ambitious growth plans as it strengthens its international standing and continues along its stratospheric financi...

Leading international recruitment firm Oscar has made two senior promotions to fill the positions of Managing Director for the UK & Europe and the US after the business enjoyed their most successful year to date. Matthew Southworth leaves behind his role as Sales Director to become MD of the UK & Europe whilst Kevin Holt has been promoted from Director to MD of the Americas....

Face-to-face interviews don’t have to be daunting. To prove it, the Oscar Construction team has pulled together our top tips on how to prepare, relax and nail that interview. Pre-planning It’s essential that you invest time preparing for your interview beforehand. Make sure you’ve researched the company and think about how your skills, experience and personality fit with the...

“We are constantly encouraged to progress and push ourselves further, enabling us to grow both in our careers and as individuals.” Meet Mel Houghton, Associate Director... Start date: 15th October 2012 Mel’s career progression with Oscar: Trainee - Consultant - Senior Consultant - Lead Consultant - Managing Consultant - Head of Practice - Associate Director What Mel says abo...

“Oscar is like a family. Everyone I have worked with has put in the time to get to know me, both in and outside of work.” Meet Kevin Holt, Managing Director... Start date: 8th February 2010 Kevin’s career progression with Oscar: Trainee - Consultant - Senior Consultant - Managing Consultant - Associate Director, UK - Associate Director US What Kevin says about Oscar: “Oscar ...

“Oscar’s career ladder is transparent and the rewards are there for anyone who’s willing to work hard for them.” Meet Alice Smith, Lead Consultant Start date: 4th September 2017 Alice’s career progression with Oscar: “I joined Oscar due to its progression opportunities and set a target of becoming a Senior Consultant after a year; however, I was promoted to the role in just ...

“Everyone at Oscar is supported not only in their career but in all aspects of their life. My personal goals are viewed just as highly as my professional development." Meet Heather Watson, Lead Consultant Start Date: December 2014 Heather's career progression with Oscar: Trainee - Consultant - Senior Consultant - Lead Consultant What Heather says about Oscar: "My team is mad...

Your LinkedIn profile acts as a second online CV, with employers likely to refer to it when they’re deciding whether to shortlist you. Here, the expert Oscar Construction team offers five top tips on how you can improve your LinkedIn profile and get noticed for all of the right reasons. Tip 1: A clear headline LinkedIn auto-fills your headline to show your current role, but ...