Digital Waffle

Hiring for marketing roles isn’t always easy. When the brief is specific and expectations are high, finding the right person can take time. But the right recruiter can make all the difference. Here’s what one client shared after working with Maddie Richardson at Digital Waffle: “We had some very specific requirements for our marketing team, and finding the right person was proving to be a real challenge. That changed when we started working with Maddie. She understood exactly what we were looking for, kept in regular contact, and made the whole process feel straightforward. Would highly recommend Maddie and Digital Waffle to anyone looking to grow their marketing team.” - Looking to grow your marketing team and need recruitment support? Submit your vacancy → https://lnkd.in/ey3fEs2T

Researching a company before you apply can lift the quality of your CV, shape stronger interview answers, and help you decide if the role is right for you. We’ve pulled together five simple tips to help you focus on what matters. Swipe through to learn more ➡️

Do you research the company before you apply for a job? It sounds basic, but it makes a big difference. When you understand the business, you can show that you’re genuinely interested in the role and the people behind it. It also helps you decide if it’s somewhere you’d actually want to work. Good research helps you: • Write a stronger CV and cover letter • Prepare better answers for interviews • Avoid applying to the wrong roles Our latest blog shares how to research a company properly before you apply for a job. It explains what to look for, where to find it, and how to use what you learn to make a strong first impression. Read the blog here → https://lnkd.in/eJUTzRc2

When you’re applying for a job, it’s not just about the role. It’s about where you’re applying and who you’d be working for. Taking a few minutes to understand the company can make a big difference. It helps you write stronger applications, prepare better for interviews, and decide if it’s somewhere you’d actually want to work. But everyone approaches this differently. With that in mind, we'd like to know..

Did you see our recent news? 👀 We’ve launched a job ad support service to help employers cut hiring costs without cutting corners. It’s simple. We’ll help you write or tidy up your job advert, post it from your LinkedIn company page, and manage applications however you prefer. The service is free to use, and if you ever need help shortlisting candidates, that can be added on as a paid option. It looks like it came straight from your team, with expert support behind the scenes. Get job ad support → https://lnkd.in/ec7E5_iW

🚨 JOBS OF THE WEEK 🚨 Check out the latest roles we’re currently recruiting for across the UK! Apply via the links below: - AI Solutions Architect - Up to £120,000 - London, UK (On-site) - https://lnkd.in/eekqvK7K  - Luke Rose - ITSM Implementation Engineer - £40,000 - Remote, UK - https://lnkd.in/eWp4-c3y   - Zak Jones - Performance Marketing Manager - Up to £47,000 - Chesterfield, UK (Hybrid) - https://lnkd.in/e-NawQFA  - Lauren Love - Backend Developer - £45,000 - £60,000 - London, UK (On-site) - https://lnkd.in/e_kYisqt  - Tommy Black - Please note: All of these roles are based in the UK, so we’re looking for candidates who already live here and have full right to work. Unfortunately, we’re not able to offer visa sponsorship for these positions. - If you are looking for something else, then check out the other jobs we’re currently recruiting for → https://lnkd.in/e25mcMiW

A great candidate saying no at the offer stage always hurts. But most of the time, it’s not about the job. It’s about the process. Timing, clarity and communication can make or break an offer. We’ve highlighted the main reasons candidates walk away and what you can do to avoid it next time. Swipe through the tips → - Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/ewBQASK2

Getting a candidate to accept your offer takes more than a good salary. It comes down to clarity, timing and trust. The best offers are clear about pay, benefits and expectations. They’re sent quickly, feel personal and show that you’ve listened throughout the process. When that happens, candidates say 'yes' with confidence. Our latest blog explains how to create an offer that gets accepted, from getting the details right to working with your recruiter to make the process smoother. Read the blog here → https://lnkd.in/ewBQASK2

You’ve found the right candidate, the interviews have gone well, and it’s time to make the offer. But that’s often where things can still go wrong. Even strong offers get turned down when the process takes too long, doesn’t match what the candidate expected, or when another company moves faster. So, when it comes to getting an offer accepted, what’s the biggest challenge for you right now?

Hiring shouldn’t cost a small fortune. 💰 But job ads, LinkedIn slots and paid platforms make it feel that way. That’s why we’ve launched our NEW job ad support service. It's a simple way for you to post and promote your roles on LinkedIn without spending a penny on ads. We’ll help you: • Write a stronger job ad that actually gets read • Post it from your company LinkedIn page • Manage applications in the way that suits your team You stay in control. The core service is completely free, with optional shortlisting support if you’d like extra help. Apply for job ad support → https://lnkd.in/ec7E5_iW