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  Business and Law October Half Term Virtual Work Experience Tuesday 27th October, 9am - 4:15pm Open to all school and university students Browne Jacobson's Law and Business October Half Term Virtual Work Experience is back for its fifth year. This year's theme is Legal and Business Legends. Key Details: Tuesday 27 October, 9am to 4:15pm Online and free, open to all school and university students Register for your free place here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Browne_Jacobson_FAIRE Keynote: Linda Plant, the "Queen of Mean" from BBC's The Apprentice Linda is the businesswoman who grills the final candidates on their business plans at the interview stage. In her keynote she'll share what it takes to build a successful business and how to prepare for interviews, including exactly what she looks for in a candidate. Also on the line-up •     Lady Hale, former President of the Supreme Court •     Dame Philippa Whipple, Lady Justice of Appeal, Roya...

  REDEFINING THE ACCOUNTANT Thinking about your future after school? Accountancy goes far beyond spreadsheets - it’s about solving real-world problems, making key business decisions, and unlocking opportunities across industries globally. Hear what a career in accountancy is actually like from people doing it. Join us live this December to chat with real apprentices, get top application tips, and a head start on your next steps after school. REGISTER FOR ALL 4 WEBINARS 🎓 [ BOOST YOUR CV & LINKEDIN ] EARN YOUR CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE Show future employers and university admissions your commitment to your career. Attend 2 or more webinars in this series to receive an official Certificate of Attendance to share on LinkedIn and feature on your CV. You’ll also unlock direct post-session resource guides to help with your next steps. ATTEND 2 OR MORE SESSIONS = CERTIFICATE UNLOCKED THE DECEMBER SESSIONS (18:30 – 19:30 GMT) WEBINAR 1 // TUESDAY 1ST DECEMBER Pathways into Accountanc...

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  Hello, This October half term we're running our flagship Young Professionals Conferences in Manchester and Birmingham for Year 11, 12 and 13 students. Each conference is a hands-on upskilling session to get you prepared for the world of work — with practical workshops, time with leading employers, and plenty of networking. Choose the event closest to you and apply below. Business & Law Manchester Monday 26 October 9:30am – 1:00pm Deansgate Hotel, Manchester Apply now → Business & STEM Birmingham Tuesday 27 October 1:30 – 4:00pm or 3:00 – 5:30pm Aston Conference Centre Apply now → Manchester · Business & Law Get interview-ready 01 Interview preparation. A big focus on preparing for interviews — what employers look for and how to answer with confidence. 02 CV masterclass. Build a CV that stands out for apprenticeships, internships and work experience. 03 Winning at assessment centres. Group tasks, case studies and how to shine on the day. 04 Commercial awareness ...

  The Higher & Degree Vacancy Listing is LIVE! The October Higher & Degree vacancy listing is available to download now. ​The listing contains a whopping 1,200+ apprenticeship vacancies from over 55 employers, including Transport for London, BBC, Nestlé, KPMG, and The British Army. ​ Download the latest edition today, and don't forget to share these  amazing opportunities with everyone you know! DOWNLOAD NOW

  oin the ' How HTQs can support you to develop new skills and prepare you for a future job ' webinar on Thursday 22nd October, 6.30pm - 7.30pm. The webinar will take place on Zoom. Register using the link below to join live, ask questions during the Q&A, or receive the recording and resources afterwards. We’d love for you to join us! Please register here Are you aged 18–24 and thinking about your next steps? You might be taking a break while you decide what to do next, in a job that isn’t meeting your ambitions, or wondering how you might be able to combine higher education and work, or looking for ways to increase your chances of securing an apprenticeship. Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are Higher Education qualifications in England that are focused on the skills and knowledge employers need for higher skilled jobs. They typically follow qualifications such as A Levels, T Levels and BTECs, and are shorter than a university degree. They are often available part-t...