Careers Hub
Use our careers hub to find all of the content you need to thrive in, progress with, or embark on, a career you truly love. From eBooks and guides to on-demand webinars and blog articles - all the resources you need in one dedicated careers library.
Advice & resources
Free digital careers programme to support the transition from education to employment. This eLearning programme is delivered by Reed Learning to help students in years 10 to 13 successfully enter the world of work.
Find out moreVeer is powered by Reed.co.uk and the National Careers Service. The tool is completely free to use, simply type in skills, interests, job titles, or the values of your ideal company, and let Veer match you with your perfect role.
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Whether you’re just finishing school, want a career change, need to develop your skills or you’re looking to start your own business, these online courses from Reed Learning will help you excel at every stage in your career.
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In his career development trilogy, our Chairman and CEO James Reed, shows you how to write a winning CV, tackle the trickiest interview questions, and thrive in a career you truly love.
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Three tips for finding a job you’ll love
In this article, we outline three tips from Reed.co.uk's free course Life’s Work, hosted by James Reed, Chairman and CEO of Reed, which could help you find a job you’ll love.
Is AI really coming for your job?
Ever since ChatGPT took the internet by storm back in 2022, there’s been a lot of talk about how AI technology will start taking over our careers.
Five helpful courses for each stage of your career
To help your career journey go a little more smoothly, we outline five free and discounted courses to help you navigate each stage of your career.
How to juggle a side hustle with a full-time job
In today’s competitive business world, many people find themselves navigating their full-time job alongside a side hustle. How can you successfully manage both without feeling overwhelmed? Set yourself up for success with our survival tips.
Five key business insights from the BBC’s The Traitors
Trust, teamwork, strategy, and leadership are all key themes of the hit BBC programme, The Traitors. These themes are not only integral to the plot, but also mirror the dynamics in the world of business. For those now missing the show, this article takes a deep dive into the five key business lessons we can learn from the programme.
A guide to graduate salaries & schemes across different specialisms & organisations
Are you a teacher or careers advisor wanting to better understand the various graduate opportunities to help your students make informed career choices? This guide takes you through some example graduate schemes in the UK, the career progression opportunities, entry requirements, and average salaries.
How to create an effective LinkedIn profile
Employers are increasingly using LinkedIn as a tool for finding their next great hire, so an impressive online profile is a must, especially for those using the platform’s ‘open to work’ feature. Ben Grinsted, Senior Recruitment Manager at Reed, looks at some of the ways accountancy and finance professionals can improve their online social status.
From manager to director: taking the step up
Are you considering taking the next step into a director position? Graham Wilson, Leadership Wizard and Founder and CEO of Successfactory, shares his thoughts on what makes a great director, the skills required to succeed, how to know if you are ready to take the leap, and steps to take to progress.
How to get a promotion to director level
Getting promoted from manager to director level is a competitive transition. Here we share our insights on key points to consider to achieve a promotion to that next stage in your career.
The power of your personal brand and how to build it
In today’s digital world, it’s essential to have a strong personal brand in order to stand out from the competition. We explore how a personal brand can increase your value to employers – whether you’re looking for a role or hoping to progress.
New job survival guide: eight tips for managers
When starting a new job as a manager, preparation is everything. Make sure you have researched the organisation thoroughly before your first day, and have a good idea of its goals, vision and culture to help you settle in fast and get off to a flying start. Our top tips will help...
New year, new skills: public speaking
If you’ve ever wished for the verbal expertise of a TED-talker, you’ll likely benefit from joining Toastmasters, a global non-profit organisation that teaches oral communication skills and leadership. William Hagerup, a Toastmasters Club President, shares some tips on presentation skills.
How to network online to progress your career
Mastering the art of professional networking can open doors to new opportunities and business relationships that can progress your career. But why is networking so important and how should you network online effectively?
CV templates
Graduate Technology CV Template
Build the perfect graduate technology CV with our free template.
Property & Construction CV Template
Build the perfect property and construction CV with our free template.
Business support senior CV template
Build the perfect business support CV with our free template.
Marketing & Creative (Agency) CV Template
Build the perfect marketing and creative agency CV with our free template
Hospitality & Leisure CV Template
Build the perfect Hospitality and Leisure CV with our free template
Procurement & Supply Chain CV Template
Build the perfect Procurement and Supply Chain CV with our free template
eBooks, guides and tools
Reed’s UK salary guides 2024
Use our salary guides to compare the UK average salary by sector - a resource for both employers and employees. Download the 2024 salary guides here.
Getting the best from your interview
The interview is about presenting yourself as the best candidate for not only the position, but the company. Our handy guide will take you through some simple steps to make sure you do just that.
How to conduct authoritative and informative job interviews
As a manager, it’s important that the interviews you conduct are authoritative and informative – giving you the right insight to your potential hire. This guide provides you with best practice advice and guidance to do just that.
The ultimate guide to conducting remote interviews
This guide gives you all the tools you need to conduct interviews remotely, from how to adapt to a remote format, the software and technology you may need, to tips on how to make a great first impression.
Competency-based interviews and the STAR technique
Ready to take the next step in your career and preparing for an interview? This short guide takes you through everything you need to know about competency-based interviews.
Upcoming and on-demand webinars
Budget breakfast 2024: feast or famine?
Join BBC Newsnight’s Ben Chu as he unravelled the forecasts made by Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt in his spring Budget and what it means for your business.
CV tips for teaching roles: how to present your best self
Join Andrea Raven-Hill, Reed's Executive Regional Manager and Ben Raven-Hill, Tuition Manager at Reed, who explored how teachers and teaching assistants can tailor their CVs and navigate application processes when applying for their dream teaching position.
Ask James Reed: how to write a stand-out CV
James Reed, Chairman and CEO, and author of ‘The 7 Second CV: How to Land the Interview’, shared his stand-out CV-writing tips in this webinar.
Ask James Reed: how to ace the job interview
James Reed, Chairman and CEO of Reed, and author of ‘Why You: 101 Interview Questions You’ll Never Fear Again’ discusses how you can ace your next job interview.
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