Panel interview dos and don’ts
Interviews can be nerve wracking, which is why it pays to practise and work on your technique, but when you’re faced with a whole panel of people, you need to adopt a different approach. Read on for...
View ArticleUnderstand how benefit changes could affect you
Understanding how benefit changes may affect you By the Money Advice Service It’s all change when it comes to benefits. This year has seen changes to five key areas of financial assistance, some are...
View ArticleCareerBuilder.co.uk and EMSI Release the List of Hot Jobs in London
LONDON, 11 September 2013 – Has your job search stalled? Do you not know where to send your CV? CareerBuilder.co.uk and Economic Modelling Specialists International (EMSI) have released a list of Hot...
View ArticleTwo in Five Workers Say They Usually or Always Live Paycheque to Paycheque to...
-Thirty-one per cent of workers set aside no money for savings each month- LONDON, 19 September 2013 – Do you plan your life around payday? You’re not alone. As the economy continues its slow climb out...
View ArticleFive Industries Driving Economic Growth in Scotland
The Scottish economy has seen both ups and downs, but here are a few industries that are driving growth. In this post, we will look at five industries that are crucial to the Scottish economy, based on...
View ArticleCareerBuilder Study Looks at CV Expectations Around the Globe
LONDON, 31 October 2013 – CV expectations may vary from country to country, but there are some things hiring managers everywhere agree on: a bad resume is not going to get you the job. In a recent...
View Article1-in-5 employers have fired a worker for being late
If you’re like most workers, you probably do your best to arrive to work on time. Despite your best intentions, you’re bound to get delayed due to some force beyond your control, whether it’s a traffic...
View ArticleHow to make Christmas more affordable
Christmas can be an expensive time of the year. In fact, according to Money Advice Service findings, we expect to spend £487 on average this time round, and that’s on top of the typical monthly...
View ArticleA Day in the Life Series: Detainee Custody Officer!
A detainee custody officer plays a vital part in securing the UK Borders. Their role encompasses a wide range of duties at a wide range of locations including airports, ports and removal centres. What...
View ArticleWhat can you buy with your paycheque?
When you go shopping during the holiday season, you can’t help but look at prices and wonder where all your paycheque went this year. After all, if you look at your annual salary, you probably think...
View ArticleEMSI Contributes to UK Tech City Report
In remarks this morning to mark the celebration of UK Tech City’s third anniversary, the Prime Minister officially announced the success that the hub has brought to the UK and London. In the Tech City...
View ArticleBritain’s oldest-surviving occupations
You might be able to guess what Britain’s longest-surviving occupations are – no, we’re not talking about that particular ‘oldest profession’ – but you may be surprised to know that some of the more...
View ArticleAre these 8 mistakes ruining your CV?
Your CV is your best tool for landing a job. Without it, you’re not getting called in for interviews and you’re certainly not receiving any job offers. Today’s job search takes place online and a lot...
View ArticleJob hunting at Christmas? Use the time to reflect instead
The jobs market always tends to be slow over Christmas and picks up again in January. Taking the opportunity to step back and reflect (rather than firing off applications to an empty desk) can prove...
View ArticleCareerBuilder.co.uk and EMSI Release the List of Hot Jobs in London
LONDON, 11 September 2013 – Has your job search stalled? Do you not know where to send your CV? CareerBuilder.co.uk and Economic Modelling Specialists International (EMSI) have released a list of Hot...
View ArticleTwo in Five Workers Say They Usually or Always Live Paycheque to Paycheque to...
-Thirty-one per cent of workers set aside no money for savings each month- LONDON, 19 September 2013 – Do you plan your life around payday? You’re not alone. As the economy continues its slow climb out...
View ArticleMerry Christmas
We hope that you have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year! From all at CareerBuilder UK
View ArticleWhat we learnt in 2013 – according to the careers surveys at least!
Love them or hate them, surveys can throw up some fascinating insights. Here’s our round-up of careers and work surveys of 2013, along with what we learnt behind the stats. 1. A quarter of workers say...
View ArticleWho’s hiring in January?
It’s 2014 and the UK economy is off with a bang! The Bank of England has predicted that unemployment is slowly dropping. This is great news for the UK economy and job seekers everywhere! Here are some...
View ArticleTips to improve your work life balance
Everyone needs to work extra hours now and then but if you’re consistently working late or at weekends, it’s time to question your work-life balance. Leave the situation unchecked and you risk burnout,...
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