If you’re a leader looking to move up in your career, sometimes there is a need for more than just a CV. An Executive Bio can open doors that your CV can’t. The Executive Bio is often overlooked, but it can be an extremely effective tool that demonstrates your personal brand in a concise, value-driven way. In this blog, we’ll …
How Outplacement During Redundancy Supports Companies & Employees
No matter how necessary the decision is, it’s never easy to part ways with employees. However, there are ways to turn redundancy into a more positive experience. Outplacement is one of the most effective. Outplacement is the process of preparing employees who are being made redundant to put their best foot forward as they return to the job market. At …
How to Use LinkedIn’s ‘Open to Work’ Feature
If you’re in the market for a new role, LinkedIn can revolutionise your job search. At the end of last year, there were 44.4 million users on LinkedIn in the UK, and YouGov found that half are using the platform to look for a new job. One of the most underused tools on the platform is LinkedIn’s ‘Open to Work’ …
How to Ace a Job Interview in 2026
Writing an engaging and impactful CV and Cover Letter is the first stage of a successful job hunt. But there is another part of the process that makes people nervous, no matter how extensive their career history is: the job interview. The impression you make in a job interview is usually what determines if your application is successful or not. …
A UK Service Leaver’s Guide to Landing a Dream Civilian Job Leaving the Armed Forces marks the beginning of a brand-new chapter, one filled with potential, but also uncertainty. For UK service leavers, the transition to civilian life can be both exciting and overwhelming. You’ve got the discipline, leadership and resilience, but how do you translate that into a winning …
How to Get a New Job in 2026
The beginning of a new year naturally creates a time of reflection for jobseekers and companies alike. After a pause to reassess, companies will start the year strong by hiring for new roles and candidates will transform their career intentions into action. Such a busy time in the job market can create challenges, particularly for candidates. In such a crucial …
Job Market Trends in 2026
2025 has seen some huge changes in the job market. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning have revolutionised the workplace, and employers are always on the hunt for new ways to capitalise on this cutting-edge technology. This has also influenced what employers are looking for when hiring for executive-level roles. As we reach the end of the year, it’s time …
When Your Title Doesn’t Reflect Your Impact: CV Writing Tips
As your career progresses, you may find yourself in a frustrating position: your job title doesn’t match the scope of your responsibilities. As a result, your job title can sometimes undersell your experience. If recruiters use this as a filter, it could result in you being overlooked. Luckily, there are ways to position your experience effectively on your CV to …
Why You Should Keep Track of Your Professional Successes
When you are busy with juggling your day-to-day responsibilities, you can easily forget about significant career milestones – especially if your workplace doesn’t have a structured feedback process in place. This means that when applying for new roles and updating your CV, coming up with key examples of your successes can be a challenge. Creating an achievements tracker means that …
Transitioning from the UK Police Force to a Civilian Career
Leaving a law enforcement career can feel like stepping off a high-speed train, suddenly everything slows down and you’re left wondering what’s next. Whether you’re retiring after decades of service or choosing to pivot into a new career, the transition comes with both uncertainty and opportunity. The good news? A policing career equips you with an exceptional toolkit of transferable …
How to Stand Out in Your UK Police or British Transport Police Application
Applying to join the police force or British Transport Police (BTP) is an exciting opportunity – but it’s also highly competitive. With thousands of applicants every year, the initial application stage is often where many strong candidates stumble. Why? Because they find it difficult to showcase their skills and experiences in the right way. That’s where we can help. The …
Optimising Your CV for the UK Global Talent Visa
The UK Global Talent Visa is a prestigious immigration route designed for leaders and potential leaders in academia, research, digital technology and the arts. Unlike many other visa categories, applicants don’t necessarily need a job offer. Instead, success depends heavily on your ability to demonstrate your achievements, influence and potential through evidence, and one of the most powerful tools you’ll …
How to Analyse a Job Advert Like a Strategist
Most people scan job adverts for key information such as: Job titles Salary bands Location Executives, on the other hand, need to analyse job adverts like a strategist. The competition for roles is fiercer than ever. Across the HR sector, for example, each open role receives an average of 129 applications. When you can read between the lines of a …













