The politics of promotion

Workplace politics can make or break a career and women need to get more savvy at working the system, according to a recent book by leading US coach Bonnie Marcus. In “The Politics of Promotion: how high-achieving women get ahead and stay ahead”, Marcus argues that women tend to have a negative view of office Continue reading..

Careers at Principality Building Society

For a building society that’s been around for nearly 160 years, Principality remains firmly focussed on the future… The right culture is crucial to the continued success of Principality Building Society. ‘We have a goal in mind’, says Sue Lane, Group HR Director, ‘and are looking for creative, passionate and customer-focused individuals to come on Continue reading..

Looking into the Future

Advances in technology are causing radical changes to the jobs market. Find out which industries will be recruiting and which are TIPPED to replace their workforce with robots… According to the latest official data, Britain now has the  joint highest employment rate  since records began in 1971. Figures released by the Office for National Statistics Continue reading..

Build your Career

Construction is a reliable trade, as people and businesses will always need homes and properties. It’s also hugely varied, so could suit you, whatever your skills and interests… You may not previously have considered taking up a career in construction. Maybe you weren’t very good at craft, design and technology classes, and are rubbish at Continue reading..

Site Specific

The construction industry has many angles, with a range of Job opportunities both on And off site. Take A CLOSER look… Want to be part of the construction industry, but not sure how? The field encompasses everything from design and sales to engineering, so there are roles to suit everyone – whether or not you Continue reading..

Aisles Of Opportunity

You do your shopping at the supermarket, but have you considered a career in one? There are many roles available, from customer service to management For every pound consumers spend, more than 50p ends up in a supermarket till. Competition for this spending power is fierce between the different supermarkets, all battling to win the Continue reading..

Make It Happen

Manufacturing products is part of Britain’s history and Still an exciting and innovative industry to work in today. It’s also a growth sector, so now is a great time to join Think of all the items around you that have to be created by machines or chemical processing – cars, aeroplanes, phones, computers, tools, petrol, Continue reading..

Engineer the Future

If you are a woman, this creative, diverse and exciting industry WANTS YOU! Engineering offers amazing career opportunities and a vast range of exciting and interesting jobs, where you can contribute to life-changing technologies that make a real difference in the world. The Royal Academy of Engineering says the UK needs to at least double Continue reading..

Learn while you earn!

It’s a boom time for apprenticeships. if learning on the job appeals to you, there are thousands of places available on these popular work and study programmes that benefit directly from government investment! Sports coaching, hairdressing, business, animal care, aviation, marketing, social media, sales, IT, engineering, finance, media… if a career in any of these Continue reading..

The Host with the Most!

Looking for a fast-paced industry where you can show off your people skills? hospitality is the answer! The hospitality and tourism sector is one of the UK’s largest, employing more than 4.5 million people, according to Oxford Economics, or approximately 10% of the working population. The food and drink sector needs to recruit 109,000 people Continue reading..