Former editor and people leader who writes on careers, hiring, and the changing UK job market. James Thompson has supported candidates across sectors, with a focus on clear language and fair process.
Hybrid work: what to ask in ...
Hiring & interviewsMar 5, 2025
The best questions are specific: which days are anchor days, how are meetings scheduled, a...
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Time zones, async work, and ...
Work-life balanceMar 5, 2025
For roles that are hybrid or client-facing, ask how meetings are distributed across the we...
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Working in regulated sectors...
Sectors in focusMar 5, 2025
Criminal record checks are role-specific, not a moral judgement. If you are unclear what a...
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Notice periods, handovers, a...
Hiring & interviewsMar 5, 2025
A good exit protects your network and your reputation. Plan a realistic handover, keep doc...
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How to read a job advert (wi...
LeadershipMar 5, 2025
A job post is a mix of “must haves” and “nice to haves”. The opening paragraph usually sta...
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Inclusion in recruitment: wh...
Work-life balanceMar 5, 2025
A structured process reduces bias by focusing on the same job-related criteria for every c...
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The first 30 days: how to bu...
LeadershipMar 5, 2025
Early credibility comes from listening, turning up prepared, and delivering a small, visib...
