HOW TO SECURE A JOB IN THE UNITED KINGDOM FROM ABROAD

In this article we will discuss how you can secure a job in the United Kingdom if you live abroad

TIPS TO TRANSLATE YOUR FOREIGN EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE TO UK STANDARDS

If you are a working professional seeking a job in the United Kingdom, but your education or work experience is not UK-Based, then here are a few tips on how you can translate your education and experience to UK standards.

  • Use Recognizable UK Terminology
    • For example, Instead of “Bachelor of Engineering,” say “Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (UK equivalent)”
    • Clarify grading if it's not on a UK-style scale (mention % or GPA equivalent)
      • Read more on this here:
        https://gpacalculator.net/grade-conversion/united-kingdom/ and
        https://yocket.com/blog/uk-grading-system
      • Use online converters for your foreign grades to get UK equivalent grades. For example: https://collegesgyan.com/tools/gpa-to-percentage-calculator/
  • Use UK Job Titles & Jargon
    • Adapt your job titles to match UK norms (e.g., “Software Engineer” instead of “Programmer Analyst”)
    • Avoid local acronyms or company-specific terminology
  • Add Context to Your Experience, Highlight your impact, not just your duties
  • Highlight Transferable Skills - Leadership, Agile, stakeholder communication, client-facing roles — these are big in UK job descriptions
  • Up-skill using sites like Udemy and Linkedin Learning
  • Strengthen your Networking
    • Connect with industry leaders through networking events or social sites like Linkedin
    • Initiate the conversations and keep the conversation flowing over several days to build a connection
    • Connect with professionals in same role as you who are UK based
    • Seek guidance from professionals within same role as you in UK
  • Use Linkedin premium tools to enhance your profile with AI and Linkedin Learning certifications
  • Submit your CV to UK based recruitment agencies

POPULAR UK BASED RECRUITMENT AGENCIES FOR FINDING A JOB

Recruitment Agency Focus Area
Simply Commerce E-Commerce (Magento, SFCC, Shopify)
Salt Recruitment Digital, Tech, Marketing
Understanding Recruitment Dev, AI, Data, ML
Develop Group Software & Tech
Opus Recruitment Solutions Tech, Contract, Perm
Handle Recruitment Tech, Media, Creative
Austin Fraser Tech, Digital
Xcede Tech, Data, Cyber Security

BECOMING A STAND-OUT CANDIDATE

  • Customize your CV for every application
  • Highlight your impact in your job (use numbers/stats)
  • Tailor LinkedIn profile (headline, keywords, open to work) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/parekhreena/
  • Prepare for culture-specific interview questions
  • Use UK spellings and job title equivalents
  • Network with Hiring team and top managers on Linkedin
  • Use AI tools to optimize your CV and profile
  • Start generating your online presence

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Note: This article should not be considered legal advice.

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