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Reed’s Malta salary guide 2022

One of the biggest challenges facing businesses in Malta in 2022 is attracting and retaining staff - the best way to do this is to offer competitive salary and benefits packages.The most common benefits that Maltese companies offer are health insurance and annual bonuses, but the most valuable, sought-after benefit is flexible working. In addition to flexible working, employees are increasingly seeking career development opportunities. And, businesses that invest in these areas will be the most attractive to jobseekers.“On top of offering flexibility and competitive salaries and benefits, businesses should also remain open-minded when it comes to finding the right people. You will find some of your best workers by taking on those who are slightly less experienced and then providing them with training and support to fit your business needs. Offering upskilling and training opportunities to both new and existing colleagues will put you in a good position.” - James Reed, CEO and Chairman, Reed Using data from the jobs we have taken across Malta, our 2022 salary guide is the ultimate way to benchmark salaries. Who is this salary guide designed for?Our salary guide has been designed to inform jobseekers, employers and existing employees.Businesses can use our guides to inform their talent acquisition strategy, ensuring they stay ahead of their competition and attract the best talent. Those looking for jobs can discover their worth and know what is on offer in their sector across the country.Employees can also use the guide to benchmark their existing salary against the national average.What sectors does the Reed salary guide cover?The guide covers eight of Reed’s specialist recruitment sectors in Malta, providing information on roles at all levels. So, whether you are looking to hire a new finance director, head of marketing or CEO, or you are looking to progress from your role as an HR executive, to an HR manager, our salary guide has the information you need to help reinforce the decision you make.Reed’s 2022 Malta salary guide covers the following areas:·       Accountancy & finance·       Business support ·       Financial services·       Human resources·       Procurement & supply chain·       Sales & marketing·       Technology·       Temporary positions Why should I download Reed’s salary guide?Our salary guide reliably assesses the salary for hundreds of roles, ranging from 2019 to date. It also provides details of what each role is worth in 2022 – giving you a lower, average and upper salary band.Not only do we highlight the salaries for some of the most popular jobs in Malta, but our recruitment specialists also highlight some of the key trends in the labour market for each sector, offering advice and guidance for those looking for jobs as well as those hiring. “2022 is the time for businesses to focus on the future, reflect on how the pandemic has shifted employees’ perspectives on employment, and look at their aspirations for the next 12 months. “There will also be many opportunities for professionals this year. Businesses are seeking professionals who are self-motivated, excellent team players, agile and willing to adapt to the changing environment, and open to learning new skills.” - Ella Dzierzanowska, Business Manager, ReedAs the importance of offering the right benefits package is now more important than ever, our guide also gives you advice and ideas on some of the most attractive benefits jobseekers look for, and employers offer.Download Reed’s Malta salary guide 2022 and get planning for the year ahead.

Top 10 competency-based interview questions to find the perfect candidate

​This list of competency-based questions encourage interviewees to use real-life examples in their answers. You get to understand how a candidate made a decision, and see the outcome of their actions.Our top ten list of competency-based interview questions will help you recruit the skills your team needs.1. What are your greatest strengths?This is a classic interview question, and with good reason.It’s a chance for your candidate to prove they have the right skills for the role. Keep the job description in mind to see whether the interviewee understands how their skills relate to the role.Remember you’re looking for transferable skills, not proof that they’ve done the role before.2. What will your skills and ideas bring to this company?This competency-based question is an opportunity to see which of your candidates stand out from the crowd.A good candidate will show an understanding of your company goals within their answer. A great candidate will offer practical examples of how their skills can help you achieve that vision.3. What have you achieved elsewhere?Confidence is key in this competency-based question. It gives your candidate an opportunity to talk about previous successes and experiences that relate to your vacancy.Make sure the achievements you take away from their answers are work-related and relevant to what you’re looking for.4. How have you improved in the last year?Candidates can tie themselves up in knots trying to disguise their weaknesses. This competency-based interview question is a chance to show a willingness to learn from their mistakes.It’s also an opportunity to test the candidate’s level of self-awareness and desire to develop."Competency-based interview questions ask for real-life examples to show a candidate’s skills."5. Tell me about a time you supported a member of your team who was strugglingThis competency-based question will test your candidate’s ability to show compassion towards their colleagues without losing sight of their own objectives.Those further along in their career should be able to reference training or mentoring that not only helped their co-worker but also improved team performance.6. Give an example of a time you’ve had to improvise to achieve your goalIn other words: “Can you think on your feet?” It is increasingly important to be able to react to unexpected situations.The candidate’s answer should highlight their ability to keep their cool and perform in a scenario they haven’t prepared for.7. What was the last big decision you had to make?The answer to this question should be a window into your candidate’s decision-making process and whether their reasoning is appropriate for your role.This is a competency-based question designed to highlight how an interviewee makes decisions. Do they use logical reasoning? Gut intuition? However they manage big decisions, does their approach match what you’re looking for?8. Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult personAll candidates should be able to reference an experience of working with a challenging colleague. Look for them to approach this question with honesty and a clear example of working through the experience.Rather than passing blame, there should be a recognition of the part they have played in the situation, and how they might tackle it differently next time.It’s essential to get a sense of how candidates would fit and thrive within your company culture.9. What was the last thing you taught?You’ve asked the interviewee about their skills, but can they show a capability for teaching others about these skills?This question isn’t restricted to managerial or senior roles, and should be asked whenever you’re looking for a candidate who will add value to your team.10. Why are you a good fit for this company?The key to this competency-based question is whether the candidate can explain how their transferable skills would fit your role. This tests both an awareness of their own abilities and an understanding of what you are looking for in a new employee.The candidate should be able to confidently explain why they want to work for your company, and convince you that they would fit your team culture.If you’re interested in learning more about interviews, please contact your local recruitment specialist.

8 ways to get a job with no experience

​You need experience to get a job, but you need a job to get experience... How do you get your foot on the ladder? Whether you're fresh out of education or looking to follow a new career path, feeling like you don't have the experience to land that first job can be frustrating. So, here are some of the ways you can achieve the (seemingly) impossible and get a job with no experience!Address the issueIf you lack experience, don't try to brush over the fact. A cover letter is the perfect place to address any gaps in your CV, so use the opportunity to address any concerns the employer might have. Then...Focus on what you DO haveExperience is important, but so is your attitude to work, your personality, your understanding of the company and its activity, motivation, resilience, ideas for the future - the list is endless, so don't get too hung up on any one thing.Find experience you didn't know you hadBefore you decide you don't have the experience, make absolutely sure this is true. Think back over your past jobs and try to draw links between the experience you need and the experience you have. Remember: it needn't be exactly the same; the key word to keep in mind is relevant. If you've organised a meeting or answered the phones, that's admin experience. If you've set up a Facebook page or created a flier, that's marketing. Think outside the box!Create some experienceDo some voluntary work, work experience, or an internship."Don't be afraid to start from scratch. Getting your foot in the door is crucial, and you never know what might come next."But (as above) make sure the experience you're getting is relevant. If you're still taking your first steps, don't waste time with unrelated work, especially if it's unpaid!Demonstrate your intentIf you really want to get into a particular industry, make sure that people know about it. Get involved in relevant industry discussions on LinkedIn, join relevant groups, attend networking and careers events, and make sure you make your enthusiasm public.NetworkIf you don't have the desired level of experience, you need to be trustworthy. Network, and get your contacts to recommend you. Employers are more likely to overlook the gap in your experience if you come with a recommendation from someone they can trust. Find out more about effectiveness networking.Apply speculativelyIf you only apply for advertised jobs, you're going to be assessed against set criteria. Apply speculatively to companies that interest you, demonstrate you've done your research, and ask if there's any opportunities for you as you're looking to break into the industry. If the answer is no, ask if you can apply again in 6 months, and find out what you can do in the meantime to improve your chances.Get an interviewIf nothing else, just focus on getting an interview. This is easily the best situation in which to address your lack of experience and the best place to sell your other strengths. Remember: whether you can do the job is just one factor the interviewer is considering, alongside your motivation, and your fit with the company culture. Ace both of these and who knows... 2 out of 3 might be enough!