Five jobs that make the world a better place
The idea of “giving something back” appeals to many of us, whether we’re entering the world of work for the first time or looking for a career that offers more job satisfaction when a little older. If...
View ArticleHow to build a career in sports
The dream of becoming a professional sportsperson may only be achieved by a select few, but that doesn’t mean a career in the world of sport is unattainable. We’ve spoken to three people who have...
View ArticleHow to become a project manager
Project managers are the modern day masters of organisation and crisis management. With a flair for delegation and negotiation they are the orchestrators of balance that keep projects from falling into...
View ArticleWho is hiring in June?
The intention among UK employers to hire permanent staff is at a record high. Eight out of ten employers are planning to hire more people in the next three months, according to the Recruitment and...
View ArticleUK’s best cities for tech jobs
The UK technology industry is going from strength to strength. The last quarter of 2013 saw the sector’s best growth performance in almost a decade, and almost 44% of UK tech firms say they plan to...
View ArticleFive jobs for people who love to argue
Some people dread the prospect of arguments at work and do their best to avoid them, but for others there’s no greater thrill than successfully arguing their case or winning a debate. If you’re...
View ArticleFive jobs for people who love animals
Working with animals appeals to many people. Whether you fancy being a zoologist or zoo keeper, vet, dog groomer or animal welfare officer, we’ve found five jobs that are animal magic. Zookeeper As you...
View ArticleFive jobs for people who love to plan
Organisational and planning skills are highly sought after in many jobs. If you’re the type of person who keeps a spreadsheet for the weekly shop and meal plan and have been known to alphabetise your...
View ArticleBeating the Summer Job Rush – Top Tips from an HR Expert
In two months time, thousands of job-hungry graduates will descend on what’s already shaping up to be a fairly competitive summer job market; making it even harder for those of us with a desire for...
View ArticleThe steps of building a strong network
“You should network” is advice as commonly repeated as “You need to floss,” and it’s just as irritating if you’re out of practice. However, just like going to the dentist, you’ll likely feel much...
View ArticleWho is hiring in July?
According to the latest Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC)’s JobsOutlook survey of employers, employer intention to hire permanent staff remains at a record high: Eight out of ten employers...
View ArticleFive jobs that will impress your kids
You might impress guests at parties when you tell them that you’re an investment banker or a corporate lawyer, but their children are more likely to be wowed if you own a sweet shop or drive a big...
View ArticleNew ways to find work when you’re over 50
There are nearly three million people aged between 50 and the state pension age out of work in the UK – and despite laws against age discrimination, mature job seekers are more likely to be long-term...
View Article5 best-paid apprenticeship jobs
Apprenticeships are undeniably popular. In the past 12 months, there were a record 1.4 million applications for placements, up 32 per cent on last year – and the Government has promised to double the...
View ArticleA-level results not great? There are alternatives to university…
Students across the UK nervously opened their A-level results today. If you missed out on a university place because you didn’t get the grades you wanted, it’s natural to feel disappointed. While you...
View ArticleWho’s hiring in September?
According to the latest REC/KPMG Report on Jobs, available job vacancies continued to rise apace in July, with growth quickening to the fastest since January. The private sector remained the principal...
View Article7 things newbies do wrong at networking events
Attending an industry event, careers fair or networking event for the first time can be exciting but if you’re not careful, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and get lost in the mix. Get the most out of...
View ArticleHow to win at aptitude tests
Pre-employment tests are used by many companies as a standard part of the recruitment process. If you’re currently applying for jobs, you’re likely to face one or more tests, measuring everything from...
View Article5 ways to get feedback from a recruiter
Guest post by Simon North, Founder of Position Ignition. One of the disadvantages of the modern era is that job candidates don’t receive the courtesies that they probably did in the past, and this...
View ArticleDo employers ‘Like’ your online presence?
By Tasnim Tudor – Senior HR Manager, CareerBuilder EMEA Social media has grown from networking sites for teenagers into an entire industry that fuels businesses and shares news. It’s also become a tool...
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