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Getting Started

Whether you’re looking to find out more about flexible working, work from home jobs, self employment, or you just want to know how to start looking for work, we’ve got you covered. With a wide range of tips on all aspects of choosing and finding a job, you’ll be able to gather all the information you need to start your career.

DBS Checks: What you need to know

To help you understand what they involve (and whether you actually need one), here’s everything you need to know about DBS checks.

Top companies hiring March 2024

Make March the month you fall in love with a new job. Take a look at the top companies hiring right now.

Is AI really coming for your job?

It’s no secret that the rise of AI technology is changing our lives, from the way we do our jobs to how we search for our careers. Here’s how it could actually be for the better…

Three tips for finding a job you’ll love

Here are just three tips to help you find a job you’ll love (and Love Mondays) – courtesy of our free course, Life’s Work.

Top companies hiring February 2024

Forget Valentines Day. Find a job you’ll love this February. Here are the top companies hiring this month – and the roles they have on offer.

Top companies hiring January 2024

Start your January with a new job. Take a look at the top companies hiring and the roles they have on offer.

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DBS Checks: What you need to know

To help you understand what they involve (and whether you actually need one), here’s everything you need to know about DBS checks.

Top companies hiring March 2024

Make March the month you fall in love with a new job. Take a look at the top companies hiring right now.

Is AI really coming for your job?

It’s no secret that the rise of AI technology is changing our lives, from the way we do our jobs to how we search for our careers. Here’s how it could actually be for the better…

Three tips for finding a job you’ll love

Here are just three tips to help you find a job you’ll love (and Love Mondays) – courtesy of our free course, Life’s Work.

Top companies hiring February 2024

Forget Valentines Day. Find a job you’ll love this February. Here are the top companies hiring this month – and the roles they have on offer.

Top companies hiring January 2024

Start your January with a new job. Take a look at the top companies hiring and the roles they have on offer.

Top companies hiring December 2023

Christmas is coming… and so are the top companies hiring in December 2023. Take a look today and find your next role.

Top companies hiring November 2023

Brace yourselves: November is here (and so is the winter weather)…  But the good news is, with over 190,000 roles on Reed.co.uk, your job search is one thing that doesn’t have to cool off. So wrap up warm and grab your gingerbread latte*. It’s time to find a job you’ll love.  To help with your […]

Top companies hiring for Christmas 2023

Fancy a seasonal side hustle? Take a look at the top companies hiring for this festive period.

Top companies hiring September 2023

Ok, so we haven’t exactly had the sunny summer most of us expected…  But at least September turned up the temperature with an unexpected and long-overdue heatwave (it’s the little victories). And that isn’t the only thing to get excited about as we head into the autumn months.  If you’re looking to find a job […]

Top companies hiring August 2023

Find a job you’ll love with one of the top companies hiring this August.

Top companies hiring July 2023

Time for a new role? Take a look at the top companies hiring this July.

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Top companies hiring June 2023

Summer is officially here. Turn up the heat on your job search with the top companies hiring this June.

Top companies hiring May 2023

To prove that bank holidays aren’t the only way to help you Love Mondays, here are five of the top companies hiring in May. 

How to get a job in HR (without any experience)

We spoke to Avado, the UK’s No.1 online provider of professional qualifications, to find out how you can break into the HR industry.

Top companies hiring April 2023

April: the month of random rainstorms, chocolate eggs and… jobs? Here are just five of the top companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now.

Top companies hiring March 2023

Spring is here and so is your next career move. Take a look at the top companies hiring this March.

Top companies hiring February 2023

Fall in love with a new job this February. Here are some of the top companies hiring on Reed.co.uk this month.

Top companies hiring January 2023

New year, new you, new… job?  January is typically the busiest time for job hunting. And it’s usually the time we see the most people looking for roles on Reed.co.uk. If you’re looking for something to put a spring in your step in 2023, look no further. We’ve lined up some of the top companies […]

How to: Code

It’s never too late to learn a new skills, with a wide range of ways to learn for people of all ages. With this in mind, here’s a quick guide to coding, and our top tips on learning how to code:

Top companies hiring December 2022

Give yourself an early Christmas present this year… by finding a job you adore. Take a look at the top companies hiring this December.

Top companies hiring October 2022

Break out the knitwear and cosy up somewhere comfy, because we’re bringing you the top companies hiring this October.

Top companies hiring September 2022

If you’re looking for a career change, here are just a few of the top companies hiring this month and the roles they have on offer. 

How to find a job to help you Love Mondays

Looking for a job you truly adore? We can help with that. Here’s your comprehensive guide to Loving Mondays.

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Self-employment

Why you need the Reed.co.uk app

Searching for your next move? Find out how the Reed.co.uk can help you find a job you love.

Top companies hiring July 2022

We get it: hunting for your next career move in the heat may not be top of the agenda. So don’t worry – we’ve done the hard work for you. Here are just a few of the hottest companies hiring this July.

Top companies hiring June 2022

Need something new? Here are five of the top companies hiring in June – so you can find a role one royally adores.

Top companies hiring May 2022

Looking for a job you adore this month? Here are just five of the great companies hiring on Reed.co.uk in May.

Top companies hiring April 2022

Looking for a sweet new job in April? Here are just five of the great companies hiring on Reed.co.uk this month.

Six reasons to reject a job offer

If you’re on the fence about accepting a role, here are six great reasons you might decide to turn down a job offer.

Civil service careers: What you need to know

If you’re considering a job in the civil service but don’t know where to start, here’s everything you need to know.

Top companies hiring March 2022

Ready to spring into action this March? Here are just five of the great companies hiring on Reed.co.uk this month.

Five transferable skills to help you land a career in tech

We spoke to tech experts the Learning People to find out five of their top transferable skills to help your CV stand out – even without any tech experience.

Hybrid working: What you need to know

Love the idea of working from home, but not sure you want to do it full-time? Then hybrid working could be for you…

Top companies hiring February 2022

Looking for a new start in February? Here are five of the top companies hiring on Reed.co.uk this month (and some of the great jobs on offer).

10 well-paid jobs you can do without a degree

Think you can only get a well-paid job with a degree? Think again. Here are just 10 great options you could consider.

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Top companies hiring January 2022

New year, new career? To help you reach your career goals in 2022, here are five great companies that are hiring in January. 

Eight unusual jobs that pay well

Are you looking for a lucrative role that’s totally out there? Here are 10 unusual jobs that pay well (and our advice on how to get them).  

How to make a career change at 40

Looking for a new career in your 40’s can be daunting. Here’s everything you need to know to make the transition smoothly.

Top companies hiring December 2021

Want to kick off Christmas with a new job? These cracking companies are hiring (and here are the roles they have on offer).

What are interpersonal skills?

Want to find out more about interpersonal skills and how these can help you find your perfect job? Here’s everything you need to know. 

Five computer skills to add to your CV

To help you land an interview for your perfect job (whether it’s in tech or not), here are five computer skills to add to your CV. 

The top companies hiring for Christmas 2021

Looking for a cracker of a Christmas job? Here are 10 great companies hiring for seasonal staff right now (and the roles they have on offer).

Five jobs to help fight climate change

Passionate about protecting the planet? Here are five great climate change careers you could consider (and our advice on how to find them).

Top companies hiring November 2021

If you’re ready to love Mondays again, and you’re looking for a job you adore, here are just five companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now.

Revealed: The biggest frustrations about searching for work in 2021

We surveyed 2,000 workers across the UK to find out their biggest bugbears when searching for work. Here’s what they had to say.

Top companies hiring October 2021

If you’re ready to love Mondays again, and you’re looking for a job you adore, here are just five companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now.

Five jobs for people with good negotiation skills

Love to get the best deal? Here are some of our top tips on how to build your negotiation skills, and five jobs that might be perfect for you.

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What job suits me?

Five sociology jobs you could be doing right now 

Want a job that helps make a difference to society? To help inspire you, here are five sociology jobs you could be doing right now.

Top companies hiring September 2021

Looking for a new role this month? Here are just five of the great companies hiring in September – and some of the jobs they have on offer.

Five political jobs (and how to get them)

Weighing up a career in politics? Here are five political jobs to consider (and our advice on how to get them).

What jobs can I do with my economics degree?

To help you decide on your perfect economics job, here are some top roles you can do with your economics degree. 

How to start a dog walking business

Passionate about pooches, and dream of being your own boss? Here’s everything you need to know about starting a dog walking business.

Team leader interview questions

Looking to take the next step in your career? Here are five frequently asked team leader interview questions (and how to answer them).  

Jobs in the music industry

If music is a big part of your life, here are five great jobs in the music industry (and the skills you’ll need to break into the sector).

Top companies hiring August 2021

If you’re looking for work right now, here are just five companies hiring on Reed.co.uk in August – and some of the roles they have on offer.

What is B2B sales?

Looking to start a career in sales? B2B could be the sector for you. Here’s everything you need to know about getting started.

Five administrative skills employers really want

If you’re organised and have great attention to detail, an administrative job could be your calling. Here are some skills to set you apart.

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Top graduate employers 2021

When it comes to graduate jobs, it’s all about finding your perfect match. To help inspire you, here are some of the top companies hiring grads in 2021.

Five of the best data entry jobs you can do from home

If you’re looking for a role that offers great flexibility, here are five of the best data entry jobs you can do from home. 

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Where can I work?

Five easy jobs to do without experience

Think it’s not possible to get a job without experience? Think again. Here are five easy jobs you can do without experience. 

Summer jobs for teens

Looking to earn some extra cash over the summer? Here are five jobs you could be doing during the holidays.

Top companies hiring July 2021

Looking for a new job in July? Here are five of the top companies hiring this month on reed.co.uk – and some of the roles they have on offer. 

Three industries crying out for staff right now

Jobs are booming this summer. Here are some of the industries most in need of employees – and the top companies hiring in them right now. 

Retail interview questions

Looking for a role in retail? Here’s how to put yourself in the shop window and nail the interview process.

Five great retail skills for your CV

Looking for retail skills to help sell your suitability for the role? Here are just five that you should definitely be adding to your CV.

Five sectors with the biggest salary increases in 2021

It’s no secret that job vacancies are booming right now. Here are five sectors seeing the biggest salary increases so far in 2021.

How to: Find volunteer work

To make sure your help is headed in the right direction, here are our top tips on how to find volunteer work.

Top companies hiring June 2021

To help you get an idea of what jobs are out there in June, here are just five great companies hiring for staff this month.

Three reasons now is the perfect time to find a job in London

Considering a new career in the capital? Here are just three reasons why now is the perfect time to find a job in London.

How to get a job in tourism (without any experience)

Considering a career in tourism? Now could be the perfect time. Here are some of our top tips to help you get your foot in the door.

Five of the best-paying summer jobs

Looking to earn over the summer? To help you choose your perfect position, here are just five of the best-paying summer jobs.

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Work from home jobs

How to: Earn while you learn

To help you find a way to fit studying around your finances (not to mention your schedule), here are some of our top tips on how to earn while you learn.

The top companies hiring in London right now

Things will be better this summer, London. Starting with your job. To help inspire you, here are 10 companies hiring across the capital.

Top companies hiring May 2021

Remember saying you’d find a better job when lockdown was over? To help inspire you, here are just five companies hiring throughout May.

Five qualities to be a good team leader

Are you ready to step up? Here are five essential qualities for anyone looking to progress in their career and become a team leader.

What are the departments of a business?

A business isn’t one whole; it’s lots of parts working together. Here are some of the most common departments you might find.

How to: Find working from home jobs

How do you find the best work from home positions? Don’t panic. Luckily, we have a filter to help you do exactly that.

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Character reference template

Sometimes finding a new role really is a question of character. Here are some of our top tips on how to write a character reference, and a template to help you get started.

How to kick-start your career if you’re aged 18-24

Aged 18-24 and looking for work? Here are our top tips on how to kick-start (or restart) your career and find a job you love.

Five tips for dealing with stress when looking for work

Where does jobseeking stress come from? And if we can’t avoid it, how can we harness it, and use it to our advantage? Here are our top tips.

Top companies hiring April 2021

Which companies are hiring for staff throughout April? And what roles do they have on offer? We’re glad you asked…

What job can I do with my degree?

Not sure what to do after you graduate? Luckily, there are a number of roles that might suit you, no matter what subject your degree is in. 

Why transferable skills will be your key to finding work in 2021

The pandemic has changed some people’s ways of working forever. Which is why, for many, 2021 will be the perfect time to change careers.  

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Six extracurricular activities to add to your CV

Wondering how you can add a little extra to your CV? We’ve already covered whether you should include your hobbies, but here are five extracurricular activities you might want to add to your CV.

16 inspirational quotes all jobseekers should read

Great jobs aren’t always easy to find. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel. And to prove it, we’ve found 16 of the most inspirational quotes that are guaranteed to help you see the bright side (thanks, internet):

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