Derby-based recruitment specialist Macildowie is hoping to find new positions for over 70 employees of credit card company Egg who face redundancy.

Having previously worked with Egg, members of the Macildowie team were called in to the Pride Park offices to take part in an outplacement day, which saw those affected by the cuts getting advice on vacant positions in the area.

The session resulted in over 70 potential candidates for new roles, who are now undergoing sessions on CVs and interview preparation with Macildowie consultants before meeting prospective employers. 

Commenting on the event, James Calder, director at Macildowie, said:

"Alongside HR and supply chain and procurement, finance is one of our three specialist areas of recruitment, so we're well placed to help those Egg employees facing redundancy.

"The response from the outplacement day was extremely positive and our team is already well on its way to helping many into new roles. 

"Everyone is all too aware that redundancies have become more common following the economic instability, but it's about moving quickly, keeping up morale, exploring new opportunities and showing candidates that there are suitable roles for them out there."

The outplacement day was also attended by a number of other Derby-based businesses, including Rolls Royce, Molson Coors and Pattonair.