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Our close ties with leading employers and professional bodies provide us with a unique view of developments across a variety of industries.

We are able to share these insights with our clients and candidates, providing valuable news and information about their specific sectors.

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How to write a great covering letter (UK guide for 2026)

Mon 27 April 2026

Key takeaways A great covering letter is short, specific to the role, and written for a named hiring manager. It’s a complement to your CV, not a duplicate of it. The ideal length is half

CIO vs CTO: roles, responsibilities and what UK boards look for

Fri 24 April 2026

Key takeaways The CIO runs the technology a business uses to operate, while the CTO builds the technology a business sells. The difference is about who the technology serves internally versus

Non-executive director salary UK: a 2026 pay guide

Fri 24 April 2026

Key takeaways The median non-executive director salary in the FTSE 100 sits at around £76,000 in 2025, with most NEDs paid between £70,000 and £94,000, according to Alvarez &

Counter offer: why you should rarely accept one (UK guide 2026)

Thu 23 April 2026

Key takeaways A counter offer is the response from your current employer when you tell them you´re leaving. It usually takes the form of a pay rise, a new title, a promise of future promotion

How to be your own manager - 10 key points

Sat 19 July 2025

Knowing yourself - from your strengths and key values, to the conditions you need in order to give your best performance, can substantially increase your chances of success at work. Traditionally

Interview preparation - fail to prepare, prepare to fail!

Wed 3 May 2023

Much has been written about the importance of cultivating a strong personal brand across professional and social media platforms. A credible executive profile can undoubtedly enhance visibility

Top 10 pitfalls to avoid when writing your CV

Sun 5 March 2023

There isn’t a single “correct” way to write a CV, and different industries tend to favour different approaches. In general, people choose between a chronological CV, which lists

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