Starting any new job is an exciting but daunting experience and if you’re doing it all remotely, you may feel those new job nerves even more. Those first few days and weeks on the job are all about learning the ropes, meeting your new colleagues and understanding how the company operates. Doing it all via…
For generations apprenticeships have been a tried and tested – though sometimes overlooked – entry route into a number of industries and occupations. An apprenticeship is work experience that comes with pay, training and a qualification. Apprenticeships typically last between one and four years and are usually regulated by the government. This ensures that participants…
Assessment centres are a key part of the graduate recruitment process, allowing employers to assess a high number of candidates quickly and efficiently. While the pandemic means that in-person assessment days are out of the question, many companies have moved theirs online to safeguard their recruitment efforts. Not sure what to expect? Here’s a quick…
We all want to work somewhere where we feel included, valued and can truly thrive. If you have a disability you may be worried about finding an employer that isn’t just able to accommodate you, but that prides itself on doing so. While the Equality Act prohibits discrimination against a person that has a disability,…
January is seen as a time for resolutions, new beginnings and a revamped and revitalised you. But when it comes to your job hunt, it shouldn’t be just a case of out with the old, in with the new. With things likely to take some time to get going after the holiday period, now’s the…
‘What will happen after Brexit?’ It’s a question that is on many people’s minds and one that may be causing you significant anxiety if you’re an EU or EEA citizen studying in the UK, especially if you’re hoping to stay and work here either during your studies or after you graduate. It’s a tricky question to…
The traditional office Christmas party is an event that many of us look forward to, but, sadly, it’s not something that’s on the cards for most of us this year due to the pandemic. Thankfully, there are still many ways you and your team can get into the Christmas spirit remotely. For inspiration, here are…
For most companies the festive period is the busiest time of the year, with many looking for the best seasonal staff to join their team until the frenzy dies back down. And although lockdown has meant there is less of a demand for seasonal workers this year, there are still plenty of companies in need…
There are certain weapons every would-be entrepreneur needs in their armoury. First off there’s the passion and a genuine belief in what you’re doing – in an ideal world you’ll also have the professional experience and technical skills to back this up. While most start-ups grow up around these qualities, there are various soft skills…
Finding support at the start of your career, whether that comes from speaking to a careers advisor, building a strong network or getting skills training, is incredibly valuable for any graduate, but even more so if you’re from an ethnic minority background. Many students and graduates from ethnic minorities in the UK today face very…
Having great communication skills is incredibly important in the workplace, and a key part of that is knowing how to speak confidently and professionally. To do this you need to be aware of your unconscious word choices, as these can impact how you come across to others. Certain phrases and ways of saying things can…
A mentor can be a fantastic asset for any young professional. Employers recognise this and many larger organisations now offer their own formal mentoring schemes for graduates and new recruits. While these can be very fruitful, finding a productive mentoring relationship – and then nurturing it – is often an intuitive process. With this in…
10 October is World Mental Health Day: a day to bring awareness to and show support for better mental health. Taking care of your mental health is incredibly important and even more so this year, with research from British charity Mind showing that many people have suffered more mental illness as a result of the…
Caring for your mental health is a key career skill and with World Mental Health Day taking place on the 10th of October this year, we wanted to help you understand the five key aspects of your own mental well-being that you can truly take responsibility for in and out of work. 1. Coping with stress…
University is a time for exploration. As you work your way through your degree you’re not just gaining course-related knowledge, but are also learning about yourself. Whether it’s through your classes, extra-curricular activities or the people you spend time with, your time at university allows you to explore where your interests truly lie, what your…
Job interviews are a necessary but stressful step in landing your next job. After careful prep work and planning it all comes down to how you perform in the room and nerves can often get in the way of even the most confident interviewee. However, there is a simple and effective thing you can do…
The coronavirus pandemic has meant that many companies have had to change their approach to recruitment, making it hard to know what to expect if you’re currently looking for a job. The sad reality is that some industries, such as tourism and hospitality, have been badly hit, with many organisations being forced to stop recruiting…
Need to address key selection criteria in your application? Here’s how to do it. Key selection criteria set out the skills, experience, personal attributes and qualifications that an employer is looking for in candidates for a particular role. It’s incredibly important that you address each aspect of them carefully in your application, as the hiring…
The difference between a specialist and a generalist starts with your degree subject or qualification. For some disciplines, the career path is clearly indicated by the subject of study and a specialist would follow that path. Someone studying mechanical engineering, for example, becomes a mechanical engineer, a chemistry student becomes a chemist, a language student…
Have you considered starting your career at an SME (small to medium-sized enterprise)? In graduate recruitment the spotlight is often on graduate schemes or jobs with large, multinational companies, mostly because they have a further reach and tend to be present at graduate fairs. Jobs at SMEs can be harder to find, even though there…
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