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One sector in which women are still vastly underrepresented is STEM. Last year, it was reported by UNESCO that women make up only 24 per cent of the core STEM workforce, a worryingly low number. However, there seems to be hope on the horizon.

Career paths aren't always linear – there are bound to be twists and turns along the way! Nevertheless, it's still helpful to see what may lay ahead, especially when you're just starting out. Here's a brief look into what your journey into the Accountancy sector might look like.

Reaching ‘the top’ of a career looks different for everyone, it’s not a one-size-fits-all ambition. While some may look to fulfil the average 24 year sprint to CEO level, others may place satisfaction on the numbers shown in their bank account, the assets they hold, or the positive emotional connection they have with their profession and role within society.  

You might be starting out in your career, or potentially you’re considering making the next step on the ladder and on the look-out for the next opportunity. Wherever you are on your journey, one decision you will always face is ‘what size company am I looking for?’.

Despite the UK beginning to sense some sort of normality after an incredibly turbulent 18 months, there’s no denying that more uncertain times are ahead as the government plans to slow down, or stop completely, the level of financial support it has been giving businesses.

Financial Services and Accounting are two areas of the job market that are struggling to keep up with the positive wave of change sweeping our nation when it comes to increasing efforts around diversity and inclusion. As a sector, our line of work is still heavily male dominated, with women only making up 12.6 per cent of leadership roles – a worrying statistic. 

We are moving into a much more virtual, lucrative, empathetic and ethical world. Here are some of the key positive trends we are expecting to see from the Financial Services world this year, and hopefully beyond, for candidates and employees alike.

The pandemic put a large spanner in the works for many employees looking to move up in their careers. From having to shift their whole working experience to online, to entering a volatile and unpredictable jobs market – it’s an understatement to say that it’s not been an easy time.

What should newly qualified law candidates do in 2021 to make themselves stand out in this line of work and land their dream job?

Do you have a burning desire to be a successful Solicitor on track for Partnership at a top firm, but are not sure where to start? You’re in the right place.

With the run up to Christmas, the legal division is as buoyant as ever. The majority of law firms that I regularly work with across the SW region are ramping up their hiring plans in an effort to find key talent before the 2020 new year is upon us. Check out the full article below.

Congratulations on securing an interview! Now let’s make sure you give yourself the best chance of getting the job. Just read our article here to get started.