TIPS TO SECURE A JOB AND VISA SPONSORSHIP IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

In this article I will share with you How to secure a visa-sponsored job in the United Kingdom and different visa pathways available to professionals wanting to work and move to the United Kingdom.

POPULAR JOB BOARDS IN UK

To increase your chances of finding a job in the United Kingdom(UK), use the following job-boards which are popularly used by UK based recruiters.

  1. Indeed UK - https://uk.indeed.com/
  2. Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/
  3. CV Library UK - https://www.cv-library.co.uk/
  4. Total Jobs - https://www.totaljobs.com/
  5. Reed UK - https://www.reed.co.uk/
  6. CW Jobs - https://www.cwjobs.co.uk/

TIPS TO FIND UK VISA-SPONSORED JOBS EASILY

  • Use filters like “Visa Sponsorship” or keywords like “Skilled Worker Visa”
  • Apply early, most sponsored roles get high applications quickly
  • Follow recruiters of your target companies on LinkedIn
  • Perform targetted job search in your industry
    • Find top 10 companies in the industry you work in
    • Go to their website and check careers page regularly
    • Submit CV through Contact Us page of the website
    • Reach out to hiring team of the company on Linkedin

TIPS TO AVOID AUTOMATED REJECTIONS OF YOUR CV FROM ATS

  • File Formats: Use only supported file formats (.doc, .docx, .pdf)
  • Standard Section Headings: Use clear and consistent section headings like "Experience," "Skills," "Education," and "Certifications"
  • Bullet Points: Use bullet points to break up text and make it easier for the ATS to scan your resume
  • Keep it Concise: Avoid overly lengthy sentences and paragraphs
  • Tailor Made CV: Optimize your CV by adding skills and keywords from the job description
  • What to Include
    • Contact Details, no selfies
    • Summary
    • Experience
    • Education
    • Skills
    • Certifications
    • Interests

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Note: This article should not be considered legal advice.

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