Articles: Jobs

Scotland’s job market

A land of new opportunities

Economic recovery, industrial revitalisation, new industries and large capital investment has transformed Scotland in recent years. Structurally high unemployment in many areas meant people leaving in search of new opportunities; today, they are arriving.

Employment Rights

An overview of UK statutory rights

Starting your new job is always an exciting time. Before you do, you should should be aware that there are certain minimum rights that are granted by the government. These are included in statutory laws, so they are called 'statutory rights'.

How to get a graduate job in the UK

Finding a job after university

Writing as an opportunity for expats

Time to unlock your creativity?

By Margaret Graham. Bestselling author and creative writing tutor. Writer in Residence Yeovil, UK. www.margaret-graham.com

Staying safe at work

What you need to think about

Accidents at work can be costly and damaging for both the people involved in the incident and the company as a whole.

Teaching in England

A great way to travel

A growing number of Australians, New Zealanders, Canadians and Americans are teaching in the UK and mixing adventure with professional development. Julie Blundell from Bluewave International, a recruitment firm specialising in UK teaching jobs, explains what teachers can expect from the experience.

Job perspectives in the UK

Finding opportunities

In recent years, unemployment has risen in the UK and this has meant finding a job there has become more difficult. In particular, the financial sector in London and the South-East has been hard hit. However, there is a flexible labour market and demand for skilled workers in many different areas. 

Working within the English legal system

Finding a job in the legal field

One of the difficulties of working in the legal profession is that your skills and knowledge, while undoubtedly valuable, need a certain amount of adjusting before you can transfer them to another country’s legal system.

Working in IT in the UK

Getting a job in IT support

A job in IT support could be just for you if you are currently looking for work or hoping to pursue a journey down a different career route that holds plenty of promise.