Leading Recruitment Agency in London: Industry Insights - October 2021

  • Signs Your Career Is Not the Right Fit for You

    Posted on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 by The Career Guide — No comments

    Some people are lucky and fall into a career they love and that serves them their entire working life. But these people are rare! Most of us don’t stick to just one career. A happy professional life may mean changing course at certain points—and that’s ok. But how do you know when your career is no longer a good fit? At our London recruitment agency we see this again and again. And it’s ...

  • How to Write a Fantastic LinkedIn Profile

    Posted on Monday, October 25, 2021 by The CV Wizard — No comments

    Prospective employers turn to Google before they even bring you in for an interview, and your LinkedIn profile will be one of the first things they see. It’s great for complementing your CV and showcasing your skills and aptitude. Think of your LinkedIn profile as your personal brand. You’ll need to draw together your experience, skills, and ambitions to make it stand out. Write an exceptional ...

  • Top Tips for Staying Healthy with a Desk Job

    Posted on Friday, October 22, 2021 by The Office Zen Master — No comments

    Fundamentally, prolonged periods of sitting (desk job, anyone?) aren’t good for you . They can affect your physical health, with issues ranging from cardiovascular disease and carpal tunnel syndrome to mental health problems, such as stress. The risk of diabetes, back problems, and even some cancers is also increased. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. With the right approach, those in office ...

  • Your Quick Guide to Temporary Jobs in London

    Posted on Thursday, October 21, 2021 by The Career Guide — No comments

    Temporary jobs in London are a great way to immerse yourself in a new industry, gain experience and skills, and possibly secure a permanent role. But if you’re new to temping and are wondering if it’s for you, you probably have lots of questions. Here we give a quick overview of temporary jobs in London so that you’re in the know. What are the benefits of temping in London? Flexibility A ...

  • The Most Important Organisational Skills to Master

    Posted on Monday, October 18, 2021 by The Career Guide — No comments

    You hear it blurted out in job adverts and performance reviews, but organisational skills actually cover a very broad range of skills that those in office support jobs need to master. They are varied and include elements of both soft and hard skills. They are highly sought after by employers because they bring effectiveness and efficiency to work. They save time, reduce stress, improve ...

  • How to Write a Travel Itinerary That Won’t See Your Boss Cursing You through Jet-Lagged Angst

    Posted on Friday, October 15, 2021 by A Top London PA — No comments

    Travel itinerary skills are often highly needed, but also underrated, in PA jobs in London. Over the last year, even the most experienced PA’s travel itinerary writing skills would have gone rusty. Now that travel is beginning to open up once more, how can PAs create an itinerary that meets their executive’s needs, doesn’t waste time or leave them exhausted, and manages the extra complications of ...

  • Questions to Ask to Discover If a Temporary Job Is Right for You

    Posted on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 by The Career Guide — No comments

    When looking for London-based temporary jobs in admin, personal assistance, and office support, you currently have a lot of choice. While it can be tempting to simply grab the first job you’re offered, it’s best to take a more controlled and organised approach. It’s ok to ask questions of your temporary role recruitment consultant or the prospective employer to find out if it’s going to be a good ...

  • Skills Employers Will Be Looking for after Covid-19

    Posted on Monday, October 11, 2021 by The Career Guide — No comments

    Recruitment agencies in London are starting to spot some interesting patterns and rising trends in the job market. Now that businesses are returning to a new normal following Covid-19, employers are definitely starting to focus on a slightly new and distinct set of skills in their prospective candidates. Here we dive into each of these skills and explain how you can showcase and develop them. ...

  • How to Manage Stress in the Workplace

    Posted on Monday, October 4, 2021 by The Office Zen Master — No comments

    It’s difficult to quantify, as many feel unable to share the truth, but stress at work is an enormous problem. It impacts the individual, their colleagues, and the employer as a whole. According to the Labour Force Survey, 17.9 million working days were lost in 2019/20 due to work-related stress, depression, or anxiety . Workplace stress has different causes, but lack of support, autonomy, and ...