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CIMA: tips for a successful career in finance and management accountancy
We spoke with Abbie Percox, a Finance Graduate at Network Rail, about what management accountancy involves, how to combine work and studying for accountancy qualifications, and where her CIMA qualification could take her.
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How to become a graduate retail manager: an Aldi insider’s story
targetjobs spoke to Aldi graduate area manager Dominique Taylor to learn about her journey into retail management. Read her story of how she secured her role at Aldi, and the experiences, skills and traits that helped her to be successful.

Learn how to study for a military aptitude test
An aptitude test for the military is an important step in the recruitment process and determines which roles you are eligible for. Good preparation will increase your chances of success.

Career fulfilment, vision and socially impactful: why Bloomberg is more than the sum of its considerable parts
Who or what is Bloomberg? You may have it down as a financial data provider, a website for tapping into business news or a technology company set up by the three-times mayor of New York, Michael Bloomberg. Two employees explain how Bloomberg is more than all of the above and why it’s an inspiring company to work at.


What is an informal interview and how can you succeed at one?
We delve into the world of informal interviews for graduate jobs, describing what an informal interview is, how to prepare for and what you can expect at one, and how to make your informal interview a success.

‘Why are you interested in this position?’ Tricky graduate interview question
Graduate recruiters want your reasons for applying for a job to go beyond the salary and benefits offered. Discover how to answer ‘Why do you want to work here?’ using our example responses.

Why business graduates thrive at Johnson & Johnson
A global healthcare company needs students and graduates in marketing, sales, finance, operations and IT to help make its life-changing health breakthroughs a reality.


Science and research and development careers at Johnson & Johnson
Find the right graduate job for you at Johnson & Johnson, whether in clinical research, regulatory affairs, medical writing or one of many other science and R&D-focused roles on offer.


Step into an exciting career in software engineering at Experian without an IT degree
Explore a software engineer career path with some myth-busting, confidence-boosting, uncomplicated facts.
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More than engineering and defence: how BAE Systems makes a social impact
Assessing a future employer goes beyond looking at its core business. BAE Systems aims to make a positive contribution to its communities as it leads with cutting-edge technology and engineering.


What impact can I make if I join the police?
Upile Mtitimila is a Detective Inspector with the Cheshire Constabulary who enrolled with Police Now six years ago. He spoke with us about some of the concerns he had prior to joining the policing sector, the importance of diversity and inclusion, and how he has used his time in force to make a positive impact in society.


Former drama student Jacob talks about his rewarding job in social work
Jacob Jones joined an innovative graduate social worker training programme after caring for children in residential homes. He explains how his role makes a positive difference to family life through professional help and support.
