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One of the most prominent aspects of George Osborne’s 2015 Budget was the concept of the ‘Northern Powerhouse’ and his plans to turn northern cities like Manchester and Liverpool, into economic hubs that rival London and the South East.
It’s great news for graduates. According to recent research, the first of the students that paid the higher tuition fees will graduate in the most lucrative recruitment market for more than a decade. The attractive graduate job market in the UK in 2015 includes an increase in the number of jobs available and better starting salaries at many of the country’s top employers.
Web developers, software analysts, IT project managers, security administrators, support technicians, just about every strand of the IT profession you can care to imagine is in huge demand. What’s more, due to a significant shortage in relevant skills, IT professionals are witnessing a nationwide rise in salaries.
So, you got through to the interview stage and the interview went well. You feel confident you will hear back soon with good news. The days quickly turn into weeks,…
The hub of Britain’s IT sector: Why the North West is the land of opportunity for IT graduates and professionals.
With the highest salaries, an internationally-recognised financial hub and a wealth of job opportunities, it’s understandable why many would assume London is the best place to land an IT job. But is it?
Numbers Tell the Story
The technology sector is on the up according to a recent survey conducted by Computerworld. Most IT professionals are more positive about their profession and figures show that salaries and computing jobs are on the rise.
Recruitment agencies are a vital part of the business economy, serving as the main point of contact between job candidates and clients.
Many employers use the telephone to conduct initial job interviews, as it’s a quick and cost effective way to screen candidates and narrow down the number of applicants who’ll be invited to attend in-person interviews. Job seekers should remain prepared at all times for a phone interview as this could happen when least expected.
As the festive period commences, a large percentage of us spend a considerable amount of time mulling over the past year’s events. Coming to the conclusion that those three hundred and sixty five days haven’t been exactly what we’d have liked, we’re inclined to make changes for the new year. Applying for a new job, or perhaps a promotion in your current company, always feature on “New Year’s Resolutions” lists. Whether you want to leave your current job due to your boss channelling Cruella De Ville or you fancy a new challenge, here are some sure-fire ways to prepare you and ultimately bag yourself that dream position you’ve spent the year lusting after.
Distance learning is something that has been around for a relatively long time, with the Open University established in 1969. However online resources have been coming increasing popular, with some of the most prestigious Universities offering free courses that can aid you in your job search.
The way CVs are written in today’s fast-paced business world, differ in many ways from those written only ten years ago. Not only does a CV need to be concise and clearly set out, but it should also be written (or re-written) to include the latest CV developments.
Whether it’s IT support jobs, computer jobs, web developer jobs, or IT sales jobs, a job interview is your one (and only) opportunity to convince an employer that you’re the most suitable applicant. Approach your interview with a positive attitude – be bright, pleasant and alert to your interviewer’s questions.
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