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Notice periods: What are they and how do they work?

Andrew Arkley23rd July 2020
If you’re thinking of leaving your job, you might have a few questions about what a notice period is, what it means, where you stand legally, and if it is statutory. Notice periods are a subject that can often cause a bit of confusion. That’s where we come in. We have developed a helpful round-up […]
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Andrew Arkley

Job Hunting During Coronavirus: Our Guide

Job hunting can be tough at the best of times, but job hunting during coronavirus brings an added layer of uncertainty. The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted lives across the globe, and prompted governments to introduce drastic and unprecedented measures to keep people […]Read more...
Andrew Arkley

2020 Recession and Jobs: What Might Happen?

The UK economy has taken a large hit from the devastating consequences of Coronavirus, so much so that we’re headed towards a recession bigger and more disruptive than previous recessions dating back a century. With lockdown meaning all but ‘essential’ workplaces shut down, the economy ground to a halt, propped up by essential workers and […]Read more...
Andrew Arkley

How to tell if an interview went well (or badly) 6 tell-tale signs

Wondering how to tell if an interview went well? Waiting to hear whether you’ve got the job can be a nerve-wracking period, so recognising the signs of a good interview might put you at ease.  Conversely, recognising signs an interview went badly should allow you to reflect, prepare yourself for possible rejection, and encourage you […]Read more...
Andrew Arkley

How To Follow Up After An Interview: A Complete Guide

So you’ve made it through your job interview- that means that the hard part is over, you’ve done all you can and now you just need to wait, right? Not quite, there’s still one thing left to do before you can sit back on your haunches – write a follow-up email. […]Read more...
Andrew Arkley

Brexit and Jobs: The UK job market after leaving the EU

If you’re currently seeking a job in the run up to Brexit, you likely have many questions about the effect Brexit will have on your job search and prospects. Just as there’s uncertainty surrounding the true impact of Brexit on nearly everything, the UK […]Read more...