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.
Notice periods, handovers, a...
Career adviceMar 5, 2025
A good exit protects your network and your reputation. Plan a realistic handover, keep doc...
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Working in regulated sectors...
Policy & lawMar 5, 2025
Criminal record checks are role-specific, not a moral judgement. If you are unclear what a...
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CVs: how to show impact, not...
Policy & lawMar 5, 2025
A strong CV highlights outcomes, constraints, and collaboration. A short, credible metric ...
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Time zones, async work, and ...
Equity & inclusionMar 5, 2025
For roles that are hybrid or client-facing, ask how meetings are distributed across the we...
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Understanding right-to-work ...
Equity & inclusionMar 5, 2025
Employers must take reasonable steps to verify you can do the work you are being hired to ...
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Hybrid work: what to ask in ...
Career adviceMar 5, 2025
The best questions are specific: which days are anchor days, how are meetings scheduled, a...
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How to read a job advert (wi...
Workplace & wellbeingMar 5, 2025
A job post is a mix of “must haves” and “nice to haves”. The opening paragraph usually sta...
