Why you should pursue a career in finance, even in the age of COVID-19
The coronavirus has had a devastating effect on the world, sadly resulting in many being made redundant. For some, this may just be a blessing in disguise. Now might be the time to seize the day and pursue that career
Is a career in procurement the next step for you?
At some time during our life, we may feel that call that pulls us in a new career direction. Changing careers can be daunting, no matter how experienced you are, but it also offers exciting opportunities, experiences and, perhaps, a
The future of Fintech
In recent years, Fintech has really made its mark on financial services. It has swept the industry, providing a more customer-focused, accessible, tech-savvy alternative to longstanding financial services and institutions. Between March and July of this year, 66% of people were
Is your company culture as important as they say?
Your company culture is the beliefs and behaviours of your business. It’s how everyone in your organisation interacts. It's your staff’s experience of working for the business and includes everything: atmosphere, personality, opportunities, systems - that which makes up day-to-day
Four ways to eliminate bias in your recruitment process
When we’re recruiting, it’s hard to eliminate all of our biases. Whether or not we realise it, we head into the process with preconceived notions. We have our set idea of what we want from a candidate, potentially leading to
Advice for recruitment in the new normal
When it comes to recruitment, we’ve never seen a shake-up quite like the first half of this year. For employers, recruitment was either put on pause amidst mass redundancies and struggling finances or had to adapt to entirely virtual methods.
The fast adoption of technology in the finance and banking sector
If the banking industry was coy about their approach to technology before, they certainly aren’t now. They simply can’t afford to be in this new world. Their new bullish approach to tech is a huge boon for customers and banks
The importance of relationships in your career
Relationships dominate our lives. Our family, our loved ones, our friends, and even our coworkers are all relationships that dictate our lives. And, in a way, they can be similar; they all need nurturing and they can all be beneficial
Preparing for a video interview
Any job interview - no matter the form it takes - is about selling yourself and showcasing why an employer should hire you over others. Whether your interview takes place in-person, online, or over the phone, the same rings true. But we are seeing
Setting yourself apart in your job search
Putting yourself back on the job market again can be an exciting time in our lives. There is a palpable sense of anticipation as you look to the horizon of new beginnings, experiences, and an opportunity to propel yourself forward professionally. But whether you