Resource: JWT London to use ‘blind recruitment’ for entry-level hires Monday 14 November 2016 Share Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email J Walter Thompson London has pledged to use a "blind recruitment" approach in its next round of hiring at entry level as the WPP agency seeks to improve its diversity. The recruitment scheme, called JWT Pioneers, has up until now sought graduates, but the agency is now seeking applicants from a wider range of backgrounds. Applicants will be still be asked to submit a CV, but the agency said this will no longer be looked at until the candidates are whittled down to a much later stage. Instead, applicants will now be asked to answer six questions which will be used to assess them for interview selection. JWT said submitting a CV limits diversity of opportunity to enter the advertising industry. Read the full story: Like this article? Why not share it. Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email Topic: Highlights – 28 January In an uncertain time of troubles and new trends, management training still has so much to offer Read article Article Topic: Top trends for independent consultants in 2026 AI and cost pressures are pushing organisations to solve more problems internally – which presents a challenge to consultants Read article Article Topic: Neurodiversity “Neurodiversity is not a taboo subject” John Harle CMgr FCMI shares how his ADHD diagnosis has helped him understand himself – and shaped his leadership Read article Article Topic: Flexibility Employers must better support carers and parents of SEND children Too few organisations have cultures that recognise the complexity of modern caregiving, writes Sarah Gardner BEM CMgr FCMI Read article Article Resource The information on this page is designed to help you to develop ever more compelling business proposals and presentations. Take a look at our selection of tools which could help support you. Members See More CMI Members have access to thousands of online learning and CPD resources. Learn more about our membership benefits Join The Community CMI offers a variety of flexible membership solutions, tailored to your needs. Find out more and get involved in the CMI community today.
