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Reed placed hundreds of PCR testing professionals in Oncologica labs

Reed has worked closely with Oncologica to secure hundreds of professionals to support high volumes of Covid and cancer testing throughout the pandemic.

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Latest Articles

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.

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The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight: Edward Guest, COO and CFO, UNLIMITED

In this edition of ‘The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight’ – where each month we speak to a different business leader – we asked Edward Guest, COO and CFO of UNLIMITED, about his past, present and future career.

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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.

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The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight: Chris Waters, Group CFO, Branding Science Group

Our next instalment of ‘The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight’ – where each month we speak to a different business leader – sees Chris Waters, Group CFO of Branding Science Group, delve into his career, offer advice for aspiring senior leaders, and give his thoughts on the future of work.

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Careers guidance: Reed survey of children and parents reveals a need for more support

Careers guidance is crucial for young people as it helps them make informed decisions about their futures. But how do teenagers and their parents feel about the guidance received? We conducted a survey of 1,000 children aged 11 to 18, and parents of children the same age, to find out. Here’s our summary of the results…

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The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight: Anna Rasmussen, CEO and Founder, OpenBlend

In our latest interview, we explore the career path of Anna Rasmussen, the Founder and CEO of OpenBlend, a performance management platform facilitating useful conversations between managers and employees. Read our Q&A with Anna below.

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Quiz: what is your leadership style?

Do you know what kind of leader you are? Do you aim to inspire and motivate your team, or are you more focused on achieving results through strict control? Take this quiz to find out which leadership style best describes you.

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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...

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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.

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The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight: Alex MacLaverty, COO, Clarity

During this instalment of ‘The accountancy & finance c-suite spotlight’ – where each month we speak to a different business leader – we spoke to Alex MacLaverty, COO at Clarity, about her career, her advice for aspiring senior leaders, and her thoughts on the future of work in the UK.

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Careers advice for students & school leavers 2023

Are you a secondary school teacher or careers advisor? Our free careers guide for school leavers gives you all the tools you need to deliver effective careers guidance in 2023.

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Careers advice for students & school leavers

Are you a secondary school teacher or careers advisor? Our free careers guide for school leavers gives you all the tools you need to deliver effective careers guidance.

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