What’s it really like to be a journalist?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
A journalist is responsible for the researching, writing and compiling of articles for a publication or online audience. Journalists may work for newspapers, magazines, broadcasting agencies or websites and may…
What’s it like to work in supply chain management?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Supply chain management involves the overseeing of processes involved in bringing a product or service to customers. Roles can include coordinating raw materials or work-in-progress inventories, with involvement from design…
What’s it like to work in accountancy?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Accountants provide auditing, administration and financial advisory work to clients, mostly on a fee basis. Work may be project based or follow ongoing client relationships, with some accountants choosing to…
What’s it really like to be a paralegal?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Although not permitted to give advice to clients, paralegals play a vital part in legal offices through supporting lawyers. Often an ideal job to hold whilst training for law qualifications,…
What It’s Really Like To Be On A Finance Rotational Graduate Scheme
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
A large amount of the major institutions in the UK now offer rotational graduate schemes within their finance departments, including 3-4 periods of around 6 months each in different specialities…
What’s it like to be a surveyor?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
A surveyor will consult with clients on issues such as property and construction; working on the design and development of plans as-well as restorations. Surveyors also undertake detailed examinations of…
Employer in focus: GlaxoSmithKline
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the multinational healthcare company, is rated number 5 in the top 100 companies to work for in 2014/2015, scoring an overall average of 4.2/5. GSK’s three main areas include vaccines,…
What’s it like to be… a Research Scientist?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
A research scientist takes part in the planning and undertaking of experiments in a particular field. Employers of research scientists may be private or public institutions and areas of work…
Employer in focus: Addleshaw Goddard LLP
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Addleshaw Goddard LLP is rated as the top law firm for graduates to work for in 2014/2015, with an overall score of 3.6/5. As a premium business law firm headquartered…
What’s it like to be a… solicitor?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Solicitors provide expert legal advice to clients, who can range from individuals to multinational corporations to public bodies. Advice can be in regards to commercial, personal or individual rights issues…
Employer in focus: BP
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Operating in almost 80 countries, employing around 84,500 staff and producing 3.2 million barrels of oil a day, BP is rated as one of the Top 100 larger-intake firms for…
Employer in focus: Hazlewoods
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘The firm is one of the UK’s Top 40 independent Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, and renowned for real specialism in our chosen fields. With over 200 staff in three…
What’s it like to be a teacher?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
As a teacher, it is your role to plan lessons in line with national objectives and record and support the progress of their class. Daily activities may include marking, pastoral…
What’s it like to work in… IT consulting?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
An IT consultant will advise on, design or install information technology systems for clients. An IT consultant may be contracted out to work for large or small companies and can…
Employer in focus: NCC Group
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Rated the 4th best larger intake firm to work for in 2015/2016, NCC Group is a global information assurance specialist, with offices based across the UK, Europe, Australia and North…
What’s it like to work in… strategy consulting?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Working as a strategic management consultant involves advising organisations on key strategic issues such as market competition, profitability or efficiency. A strong academic record is important for entry into the industry,…
What’s it like to work in… charity management?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
A graduate position in charity management can be rewarding, challenging and a great avenue to launch your career. Although the themes of work will vary depending on which charity you…
Employer in focus: Express Vending
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Launched in 1992 and rated number 2 in the top 100 smaller intake firms to work for in 2014/2015, ‘Express Vending is a leading UK supplier of premium quality refreshment…
Employer in focus: Teach First
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Teach First provides graduates with the training & development needed to help them make a difference to pupils from low socio-economic backgrounds. Throughout the two year program, graduates will gain…
What’s it like to be a geoscientist?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Geoscientists work to discover and develop with natural resources by creating models of the earth’s subsurface. A geoscientist will often work with the aim of discovering reserves of resources for…
Employer in focus: Renishaw
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘Renishaw is a global company with core skills in measurement, motion control, spectroscopy and precision machining. We develop innovative products that significantly advance our customers’ operational performance – from improving…
Employer in Focus: Towers Watson
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Towers Watson helps it’s clients improve their performance through looking at risk, people and financial management. Founded in New York in 1865, the firm has grown to over 15,000 consultants…
Employer in Focus: Telegraph Media Group
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
Telegraph Media Group, rated an overall 3.7/5 by its graduates, is a ‘multi-platform digital operation that sets to deliver the highest quality journalism, setting the global news agenda’. With an…
Employer in Focus: Air Products
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘Air Products touches the lives of consumers around the globe in positive ways every day. With over 20,000 employees and operations in more than 50 countries, we serve customers across…
What’s it like to be a scientific technologist?
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
The role of a scientific technologist can be really varied, with tasks including laboratory-based experiments, desk based research or data analysis for institutions or the private sector. The scientific technologist…
Employer in focus: Morrisons
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘We are proud to be the Yorkshire food retailer serving customers across the UK over more than 500 stores, 150 M locals and an online home delivery service… We are proud…
Employer in Focus: London Stock Exchange Group
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is a diversified international exchange Group that sits at the heart of the world’s financial community. The Group can trace its history back to 1801.…
Employer in focus: Carluccio’s
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘When we opened the first Carluccio’s caffè our aim was to provide great quality, authentic Italian food at sensible prices. We also wanted to allow informal but excellent service to…
Employer in focus: Boots
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘Boots UK, the UK’s leading pharmacy-led health and beauty retailer, is part of the Retail Pharmacy International Division of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., the first global pharmacy-led, health and wellbeing…
Employer in focus: DWF
Posted: 13th Aug 2015Category: Latest News
‘We started life as a four-office practice based in the North West. Now based in 12 locations across England, Scotland and Ireland, we have over 2,500 talented people working for…
