Finding that perfect job can be frustrating. There are many questions to consider when deciding which positions to apply for. Is this job real or a scam? Am I 100 per cent “qualified”? Why has this position has been vacant for so long? So, let’s find out whether you should apply for that job. Image...Read More

There is no doubt that the thought of looking for a new role fills many people with dread. There’s the work to do on your CV, your LinkedIn profile to work on (or even to create…), the recruiters to deal with and of course the challenge of attending interviews around your existing role. It often...Read More

Often quoted internal research by HP states men apply for a job when they meet only 60 per cent of the qualifications, whereas women apply only if they meet 100 per cent of them. If that is the case this clearly disadvantages women and equally it frustrates recruiters and managers alike.  And women are consequently...Read More

It has been reported that as many as one in three jobs in London will be lost to automation by 2038. That’s a shocking statistic, but what does this really mean – should candidates fear for their future, or recognise the opportunities that technology will present? According to research conducted by Gartner, as many as...Read More

By Polina Montano, Co-Founder of JOB TODAY With the new year coming up, lots of us will be looking for a fresh start and for many, that means a new job. Casual jobs are becoming more and more popular with our latest research showing 25 per cent of women in UK are working in retail...Read More

In the third and final installments of looking back at 2018, we delve into our favourite and inspiring career advice articles of the year. WeAreTheCity prides itself on having the answers you need to take the next step in your career. Our careers advice section offers the latest and most relevant tips on networking, legal...Read More

Annabel Jones, HR Director at ADP UK It’s easy to think that a new role and salary bump is automatically a good thing, and most of the time this is probably true. However it’s also important to consider other aspects of your job and career when thinking about your next role. Will you have the...Read More

For the sixth successive year, Credit Suisse is running the Real Returns program which is designed to re-engage experienced, talented professionals who have taken a voluntary career break and help facilitate their transition back into the workforce.  Real Returns is a paid employment program that will run for 16 weeks, starting on March 25, 2019...Read More