Job
Resources
In the UK, work as a "temp" (a temporary employee in
a company or firm) can often lead to permanent entry-level work. |
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Professional
Resources
The majority of professionals in the United Kingdom have their own
organizations, all of which are listed in the telephone directory. |
Employment
Trends
In 2000 and 2001, British employers struggled to recruit highly
skilled, qualified working applicants. |
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Cost
of Living
Although the UK is expensive, resourceful work-seekers will find that
earnings tend to match living costs. |
Information
Technology
Despite recent blows to the high tech industry and a tightened labor
market, the UK still lacks a sufficient number of qualified IT professionals. |
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Resume/CV's
As part of your job application, you should include a one-page, tailored,
cover letter.
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Engineering
The UK's lack of qualified engineering candidates is good news for
foreign engineers that want to work in Britain. |
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Interviewing
Advice
Before the interview, do some background research on the company-its
history and present focus. |
Accounting
& Finance
Successful accountants know more than just facts and figures. |
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Work
Permits/Visas
European Economic Area (EEA) country nationals have the right to live
and work in the UK without obtaining any further entry clearance. |
Sales
& Marketing
Recent research shows that the retail, financial and business services
sectors are the most likely to be recruiting staff for new sales and
marketing positions. |
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Cultural
Advice
Newcomers to the UK generally tend to find its inhabitants friendly
yet reserved. |
General
Business
While Britain may no longer be a maritime superpower, its financial
strength has remained firmly intact. |
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Career
Advisors
Goinglobal.com is gathering together career management professionals
from around the world to provide country specific services for our
members. |
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