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Meet Savannah Silva, Recruitment Consultant, here at Leapfrog. We had the opportunity to chat with Savannah about her career, what her role involves, and her life outside of work. Savannah, who joined us in June, has quickly become an essential part of our team.   What made you join Leapfrog? I loved the idea of being responsible for the full cycle of the recruitment process. Having been one…

August is Work Family Balance Month. Work Family Balance Month aims to highlight the unique challenges encountered by parents, caregivers, and those seeking a better work-family balance during the summer. August can be a challenging time for working parents, when holidays often result in reduced available care for their children.  It's not always easy to find balance but it is imperative to…

Meet Licinia Goncalves, Recruitment Consultant, here at Leapfrog.  Licinia joined us back in March this year and has since proven to be an invaluable member of our team. We sat down with Licinia and asked her questions about her career, what her role entails and life outside of work. What made you join Leapfrog? It was actually my current colleague Fiona who helped me to secure my first job…

Secondary Pension Legislation: We can't avoid it any longer, it's happening very soon… The new secondary pension legislation is coming into effect on 1 July 2024 and is a significant step towards ensuring the financial well-being of employees in Guernsey. This change marks a significant shift in how pensions are provided in the workplace, creating a buzz among employers across the island. …

On Friday 7th June 2024, our Associate Director, Fiona Wright, attended Futures Day at Elizabeth College in Guernsey. Invited by Vidya Amey, Head of Futures, Fiona advised a group of school-leavers not wishing to attend University, who were unsure about what job and career opportunities were available to them on-island. We caught up with Fiona to ask her what advice she had passed onto to the…

If you're wondering whether it's time to look for a new job, there are some signs you might consider:   Lack of Passion or Interest: If you find yourself consistently uninterested or lacking passion for your current role, it may be a sign that you're not fulfilled. Stagnation: If you feel that you're not learning or growing in your current position and there are no opportunities for…

Choosing the right recruitment agency to help you find your dream job is important for several reasons:    Access to a Network of Employers : Leapfrog has a wide network of client companies looking for candidates. This gives you access to a larger pool of job opportunities that may not be advertised publicly. Time and Effort Saved : Job hunting can be time-consuming and stressful.…

Code of Conduct - it's not just lip services here at Leapfrog. It's what we're all about - YOU and your requirements are at the forefront of everything we do, ensuring that the service you get from us is second to none. If you want to find out more about Leapfrog and how we can assist you, please feel free to get in touch. 711188 or email [email protected]

It's completely normal to feel apprehensive about starting a new job, especially if it involves a significant change or if you've been in your current position for a long time. Here are some tips that might help you navigate this transition: 1. Acknowledge Your Feelings: Recognise that feeling afraid or anxious about starting a new job is a common experience. It's a big change, and feeling a…

First impressions during the interview stage are crucial for several reasons: Setting the Tone : A positive first impression sets a positive tone for the entire interview. It establishes a foundation of confidence and mutual respect between you and the interviewer. Judgment and Perception : Humans are wired to form judgments quickly, often within the first few seconds of meeting someone. This…

Ironic that part of their daily job is to give advice on changing jobs/careers in order to match people with their perfect role, and yet Fiona Wright and Laura Allison, Associate Directors, found theirs 20 years ago after stepping through the Leapfrog door and they haven’t looked back. Clearly a lot has changed in the local market in those 20 years but their drive and passion in terms of how…

I’m just back in the office after a fantastic 10 days in France with extended family. Nothing hugely remarkable about that, other than for me it was the first holiday that I didn’t check my work emails, not even once. For the control freak in me that surfaces daily when I enter the office at 7.45am, this was huge. I never take a day off without checking in, answering questions, or following…