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Hiring Neurodivergent Talent

13-10-2024

Over the past decade, Diversity and Inclusion has become a pivotal part of business culture and recruitment. This has brought to light the importance of hiring neurodiverse talent, and the benefits they can bring to a business. Neurodiversity refers to differences in cognitive functioning and includes individuals with Autism, Dyslexia, and ADHD. In the late […]

Hiring Contract SAP Consultants

13-10-2024

With over a decade of experience hiring SAP Consultants worldwide, we understand the unique skill set they bring to a business, and the challenges hiring managers face when recruiting them. High-caliber SAP consultants offer a unique skill set combining their business process expertise with their complicated technical understanding. This means they’re not only able to […]

Preparing for a Technical Interview: The Whiteboard Challenge

13-10-2024

At Nicholas Bernard, it’s important to us that all of our candidates are prepared for each aspect of their interview process. We understand that businesses offer very different interview formats, and often a technical test can be part of the process. In this short blog, we’ll share tips on how you can be best prepared […]

Blockchain Explained: Is Blockchain The Future?

13-10-2024

The popularity of Blockchain is increasing globally. The quick and effective technology is proving a successful and secure way to store and edit information, and organizations all over the world are using it to their advantage. What is blockchain and how does it work? Blockchain is a type of database and a way of recording […]

Looking for your next IT Opportunity? Here’s our advice.

13-10-2024

As the pandemic and lockdowns start to ease, the candidate market is becoming filled with qualified, successful and capable candidates looking for new opportunities. As we start to see the light at the end of the tunnel, we’re seeing more and more organisations restarting their hiring processes and abandoned projects, creating more technology jobs around […]

Top 5 SAP Resources You Should Follow

13-10-2024

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or experienced, continuous learning and development are key. If you want to work in, hire for, or learn about the SAP world, here are the top 5 resources you should follow. 1. SAP Experts Podcast This podcast is a must-listen for anyone within SAP. SAP S/4HANA advisor Alexander Greb discusses […]

Latest Emerging Technologies and Trends

13-10-2024

In the wake of the pandemic, 2021 has brought with it a renewed enthusiasm to work smarter. From video-calling and audio equipment to reliable network connection and cybersecurity, we have all relied on technology to continue working as best we can, and we’re sharing three more emerging technologies we think everyone should know about. Intelligent Social […]

Top 5 Job Searching Resources for SAP Consultants

13-10-2024

Securing an interview isn’t always as easy as sending off your CV. There is tough competition out there and you need to be aware of what you’re applying for, and how and where you’re applying. Especially in the SAP field. Take a look at the 5 top searching resources for SAP Consultants to help you […]

Writing the Perfect SAP CV

13-10-2024

With the SAP field becoming more popular and competitive, it is more important than ever to create a CV that stands out. A poor CV will not make it past the first hurdle in SAP recruitment. Spelling, grammar and layout all play a part in ensuring you are invited in for an interview. To help […]

Top 5 Programming Languages to Learn in 2021 & Why

13-10-2024

Over the past few years, the need for programming skills has become an essential part of the IT industry, including SAP. If you want to excel in your SAP career, learning programming languages can help you reach the next level. You may wish to focus your attention on learning one programme language in detail. Take […]

SAP Consultant Interview Questions

13-10-2024

During the pandemic, there has been an increase in the number of high-quality SAP professionals. For employers, this means a bigger pool of talent to choose from, which is great. It also means that it’s now more difficult to find the best candidate for you. The interview is your chance as an employer to ask […]

SAP Talent: Salaries and Compensation

13-10-2024

Generally, companies that offer an attractive salary and benefits package attract the best people who are more likely to stay and grow with the business. But it’s not always that easy. Every organisation has its challenges and it’s important to keep up with the current job market. Often, SAP consultants are paid more than other […]

SAP for Retail: Driving Successful Transformation

13-10-2024

If you’ve found yourself shopping online rather than in-store lately, you’re not alone. In the UK and Europe, online shopping increased by 129% during the pandemic. Shopping online became a necessity as stores were closed, but it’s a trend that is continuing as people realise the convenience of shopping online. Trading online is standard practice […]

Considering a career in recruitment? Here’s what to expect!

13-10-2024

At Nicholas Bernard, we hire both experienced and trainee recruitment consultants meaning we have viewpoints from across the board to share with you. So if you are considering a career in recruitment, here’s what to expect from this exciting, yet challenging industry. Learning, Development, and Progression You may have heard of the term ‘360 Recruiter’… […]

SAP Consultants: Building Your Personal Brand

13-10-2024

Whether you’re a seasoned SAP Contractor or just moving into the space, personal branding and being known in the industry is key to landing some of the most exciting contracts and having opportunities come to you. In this blog, we share three actionable steps you can take to improve your personal brand and become a […]

2022 In-Demand SAP Skills | Nicholas Bernard Ltd

13-10-2024

As a specialist SAP Recruitment Consultancy, we’re seeing a large demand for SAP skills across the globe. This has been further increased by the upcoming deadline for organisations to transition from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA by early 2025, therefore causing a demand for SAP consultants worldwide. What are the most in-demand SAP skills in […]

Upskilling Yourself in S/4HANA

13-10-2024

When S/4HANA was introduced in 2015, it caused quite a stir in the SAP world. It was a complete rewrite of previous software and took some getting used to for consultants and organisations. Seven years later, S/4HANA consultants are highly sought after. The roles are available, and organisations need talented and skilled consultants to fill […]

6 Ways to Optimise Your LinkedIn to find your next SAP Contract

13-10-2024

If you’re looking for your first SAP contract or want to grow your career in a new role, try using your LinkedIn profile to grab the attention of SAP hiring managers and recruiters using our 6 optimisation tips below. Update your LinkedIn ‘about’ section Recruiters and managers don’t read every single line on your CV. […]

5 Tips to Land SAP Leadership Contracts

13-10-2024

Landing SAP leadership contracts. That’s the dream, right? You have the experience, knowledge, and expertise to land the contracts, but first, you need to find one. To do that, you need to be at the top of your SAP game. As a leader, you will know what works and what doesn’t throughout the project journey. […]

SAP Consulting in Europe | Nicholas Bernard Ltd

13-10-2024

SAP is the #1 largest software company in Europe. So it’s no surprise that many SAP Consultants make the decision to relocate and start contracting in the EU. If this sounds like you, then this blog will discuss what you should think about if you’re seeking an SAP job in Europe. Where to work Your […]

Top 5 Cloud Computing Trends in 2022

13-10-2024

Cloud computing is growing. This dynamic industry has proven its worth in recent years and those who were behind the curve are playing catch up now. If you want to be the first to know about the latest innovations in cloud computing, you need to know what’s trending for 2022 and beyond. As work turned […]

Alternative CVs to land SAP Contracts

13-10-2024

The shift into the digital age has been catapulted forward due to the pandemic. Now, as well as uploading your CV or sending it via email, there are alternative methods of showcasing yourself online. Printing off your CV and sending it out in the hopes of a reply is a thing of the past. SAP […]