Part Four of a blog series on the rise of cryptocurrencies Can anything stop the upward surge of bitcoin? It was only a month ago when bitcoin made the headlines after reaching a record value of $20,000 per...
In September 2020, after a varied finance career, specialising in manufacturing businesses, Ildikó Klippel joined Mecmesin as Group Finance Manager. Mecemesin is a global business, based near Horsham, which...
Part Three of a new weekly blog on the rise of cryptocurrencies Bitcoin has been making headlines with record valuations in December 2020 and the future is looking bright for the currency. In 2020, we...
The tax market is regaining its previous health and 2021 should hopefully be a great year for tax recruitment. 2020 has bought monumental changes to our day-to-day lives but, for me, what’s been impressive...
Part Two of a new weekly blog on the rise of cryptocurrencies Before I delve into the effect cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin have had on treasury functions and currency trading, it is worth stepping back and...
In September 2020, Mubeen Khadir joined KPMG Bahrain as a Partner to lead the tax and corporate services team along with KPMG’s Head of Tax & Corporate Services, Philippe Norre. We spoke to Mubeen about his...
How robust is the accountancy jobs market as we approach Christmas and the New Year? To answer this question, we asked the Harvey John Finance and Accountancy team for their December market...
How busy is the jobs market in Public Practice? The people with the inside knowledge can be found in the Harvey John Finance and Accountancy team. Here is the December market report for Public...
As we reach the end of 2020, how active is the treasury jobs market? Associate Director, Guy Middleton presents his December market report...
A new weekly blog on the rise of cryptocurrencies - Part One Christmas has come early for bitcoin investors. At the start of December, the currency traded at its highest value to date, reaching $19,920.53...
Do you need a UK work visa after Brexit? Although the pandemic, vaccines, and the US election have been at the forefront of news coverage, we are looming closer and closer to the Brexit deadline. However...
Should you apply for a job before Christmas? It’s finally beginning to feel a bit like Christmas, and boy do we need some festive cheer after the disaster that has been 2020. Don’t fret though,...
Harvey John expands its reach in the London and Essex accountancy sector with the appointment of Natasha Bosquet
What lengths will people go to find a new job in 2020? For those who have lost their job as a result of Covid-19 restrictions, it has largely been a very tough market. For those working in badly affected sectors such as...
The more observant readers of this blog may have noticed this content is made up almost entirely of written words (plus a very traditional pie-chart!). And according to our recent LinkedIn survey of tax professionals, this...
Looking back at the origins of recruitment was fascinating, however it has certainly come a long way since the time of Ancient Egypt! So let's take a more in depth look at what happened in recruitment after the 1950s...
With the average person spending 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime, it’s understandable to want colleagues who are easy to get on with. A bad apple in the workplace can cause stress and conflict, which, as...
As a company grows, life can get far more complicated. If you have received investment, you will need detailed and transparent reporting to shareholders. As staff numbers grow you will need to consider appointing a HR...
How new is the recruitment industry? How did people find jobs throughout history? The idea of a recruitment agency first took hold during World War II, when there was a sudden urgency to fill vacancies left by...
Even securely established business have struggled to navigate the challenges throw up by the pandemic in 2020. Few companies have escaped without any impact. Staff have been furloughed (or worse), plans have been delayed and...
Which books inspire global tax experts? On Harvey John’s Media Hub, we have interviewed many of the world’s leading tax professionals and leaders, and one of the questions we always ask is: “Which books do...
A blunt pronouncement from a former secretary to the Treasury has rekindled the flames over the controversial changes to IR35 rules. Speaking at a Treasury committee hearing on 21 October 2020, chairman Mel Stride...
2020 has been a challenging year for business and not just because of the pandemic. Global politics and changing international relationships means that trading internationally can be a complex process. The...
As the nation enters into a new phase of tackling Covid, with areas of England divided into three tiers, classified as medium, high or very high alert, the arguments about the best way forward rage on. Scientists call for...
Pat Main, Interim Head of Finance at Reigate & Banstead Borough Council, is an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who has spent almost all of her career working in the public sector, supporting large scale...
One of the unintended consequences of the pandemic is that millions of people have had the opportunity to try out working from home. The circumstances were far from ideal, but pre-lockdown employment surveys almost...
Working for a recruitment company and being an actor, I love to find the ways I can blend those two worlds together. I think there is always something we can learn from the arts, and that includes how to tackle a job...
When MI6 recruited spies during the Cold War, they didn't sift through piles of CVs and scrutinise application forms. Legend has it that the call to British espionage usually came from a discreet tap on the shoulder,...
We are living in… let's say “interesting” times! Video and telephone job interviews are definitely the most common forms of interview at the moment due to all the safety precautions put into...
Is life returning to the accountancy jobs market? The people with the inside knowledge can be found in the Harvey John Finance and Accountancy team. Here are the Autumn market reports for the Commercial and Industry...
Is life returning to the treasury jobs market? Associate Director, Guy Middleton presents his autumn market report...
Is life returning to the accountancy jobs market? The people with the inside knowledge can be found in the Harvey John Finance and Accountancy team. Here are the Autumn market reports for Public Practice and...
Experienced treasury recruiter Guy Middleton has joined Harvey John with responsibility for treasury recruitment.
With the return to work on hold, don’t forget employee wellbeing. With the economy flatlining, the government has been keen to encourage people back to work, but the business response has been mixed to say...
I see and format CV’s all day and it’s interesting to see how many small mistakes are made - so many people make the same ones! So to help you start your job search on the best footing, here are 8 mistakes for...
Eliza Orme (1848-1937) became the first woman to pass a law degree in 1888, but her influence spread far beyond the legal community. She was a supporter of women’s suffrage, a feminist, a campaigner for...
As a result of the increased activity in Harvey John’s tax recruitment department, Ed Moore is stepping up to a new role as Senior Consultant, Direct Tax #tax
The “new normal” is the absence of normal. Some of us are still working from home, some are back at the office and others are somewhere in between. There has never been such a confused work landscape. So which...
From practice to in-house - it may not strictly be a one-way street, but it is most certainly the prevailing travel of direction. Many have switched codes from an accounting firm to industry, but few have gone the other...
Just over a year ago, we interviewed Julie Kapsalis as part of our Women in Business series. So we were delighted to hear the news that Julie has now been appointed the Chair of the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise...
According to an extensive survey of CEOs by PwC, the pandemic has triggered a revolution in how businesses are run - and the change could be for the better. #employeeengagement
It is the age-old question facing young accountants setting off on a new career. Do you choose the well-trodden path of a career with Deloitte, EY, PwC or KPMG (known collectively as the Big 4), or do you opt for a smaller,...
Georgina Trudgill didn’t choose recruitment as a career. Recruitment chose her! And now she is celebrating a decade as a recruiter in the financial sector... #accounting #lifeatHJ #womeninbusiness
Let’s just say 2020 hasn’t been the best year. A slight understatement some might say. Due to the current “not so great” circumstances that we all face, you may be playing the long game when it...
Working from home has many advantages, but there are potential mental health risks. Our guest blogger, Jo Lake, MD of Jo Lake HR, offers her tips on how to look after the wellbeing of home workers. #homeworking...
Benjamin Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” What isn’t certain is exactly what we get taxed on, and people have had to pay some very strange taxes....
You don’t have to be a solicitor to be a legal recruiter - but it helps! Interview with Hayley Rose, Harvey John’s Associate Director, Legal #Legal
Over half of employers in the legal, tax and accountancy sectors are recruiting or planning to recruit within the next six months. #recruitment
Recruitment is our area of expertise, which gives us a huge advantage when we are adding key members to our own team. So, we are delighted to welcome Ian Trevett, who joins us as our new Head of Marketing. Ian brings vast...
Continuing on how we can make working from home productive, while also taking care of our physical and mental wellbeing, we’ll look at other ways you can keep your routine and some ‘normality’ in these,...
Each quarter, our specialist Indirect Tax team monitors the number of in-house vacancies released onto the job market across Europe to provide you with a quarterly overview of recruiting trends. The data below provides a...
Each quarter, our team monitors the number of in-house vacancies released onto the job market across Europe to provide a quarterly overview of recruiting trends. The data below provides a digestible snapshot to the in-house...
Harvey John are sponsoring a segment of the Platinum Business Magazine called Movers & Shakers. These instalments share the latest appointments and promotions across the business world; see who's doing...
Most of the world is now stuck indoors and working from home. Many may start to feel the strain of the isolation and it can make us unproductive, lethargic, and can even affect our mental health. Humans are innately social...
Following Boris Johnson’s announcement to limit social contact between no more than 2 people, the country has seen itself settling into working from home. Though many industries are experiencing a lull as both...
As mentioned in the previous instalment of Interviews of the future, where I covered video interview prep, we are and will be experiencing a very unique and unprecedented time ahead of us, especially regarding jobs...
As we head into a whole new world order, things will certainly be changing in recruitment and work life. Remote working and working from home has already started to become a trend that many employers have embraced and will...
There's no doubt that changing jobs is a big decision. In a turbulent market where there are high levels of anxiety and uncertainty, making a decision to change employers is bigger than ever. But if you're...
In this last part of ‘interview tips from an actor’, I’ll be looking at how you prep the information you gathered using the 'Research' section from part two and remember the important points you...
In the first part of ‘interview tips from an actor’, I covered the things you should consider physically when preparing for an interview; tackling nerves, articulation, and body language. For this part,...
Interviews can be a daunting experience for some people, as is stepping onto a stage in front of a crowd for an actor. Yes, I’m making a comparison between the two because they’re actually very much alike....
We’re joined by Russell Potter for the March edition of the Tech CFO. Russell has worked across the media and technology sectors over a 20 year period and is well versed in growing finance teams within VC/PE backed...
You work in insolvency, you have done for a while - maybe a couple of years, maybe a couple of months. You’re settled and happy with your job. The industry around you is continuing to rise, in keeping with...
The accountancy world can be a daunting prospect as an outsider. What’s it like being an Accountant? What do people enjoy about it? Do I have the qualities needed to strive in this field? (If you’re unsure of...
For February’s installment of the Tech Startup Accountant, Alex Baxter Smith sat down with Amanda Green of Filtered. Amanda has had a hugely varied involvement within the London tech scene since leaving the Big-4 and...
The insolvency service have recently released updated figures for personal and corporate insolvency rates for 2019. So, what changed in 2019? Well, all in all, if you’ve been following the news over the...
With consumption-based taxes becoming the tax of choice for managing austerity deficit levels - and with more major economies worldwide adopting this method of taxation - it is set to continue as a key revenue generator...
Read our latest instalment of our blog series titled 'Ask a recruiter', where we share questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process and really anything our candidates might be concerned or...
We’re a month in, and despite the Brexit leaving date this past Friday, 2020 has settled in and is well underway. So, what can be expected over the next 12 months in the Insolvency world? Well, in the wake...
Unless it’s pushed back, in September 2021 the way solicitors qualify in England and Wales is expected to undergo a radical change. With 2020 being well under way, now is the perfect time to have a look at what you...
With the new decade upon us, we’re continuing with the latest startup finance interview. This time around, I’ve been joined by Robert Collings who heads up UHY Hacker Young’s Tech & High Growth sector....
The close of 2019 brought with it a significant milestone. 100 years have passed since The Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act 1919 allowed women to become (amongst other professions) solicitors, barristers, magistrates, and...
Much as it pains me to say it, the New Year has indeed begun. 2020 has kicked off and memories of the blissful Christmas week off have quickly started to fade away. Now that we’ve returned to harsh reality, those...
Unless it’s pushed back, in September 2021 the way solicitors qualify in England and Wales is expected to undergo a radical change. With 2020 coming up pretty quickly, now is the perfect time to have a look at a...
What is a 'Taxologist'? And how do you become one? The roles and responsibilities of this function have caused much speculation. I frequently see it doing the rounds on LinkedIn threads and it's a common...
The lights are on, the trees are up, the songs are on the radio, and the adverts have been running for months already. Yes, the Christmas season is once again upon us. Have you bought all the presents you need already? Then...
In light of the ever-changing landscape of the global trade ecosystem, it's impossible to anticipate how current trade negotiations will impact businesses around the world. Given the current climate of Brexit, and...
For our first edition of the Startup FD, we’re delighted to be joined by Rakesh Shah. Rakesh has spent the last 6 years building a scalable finance function at Highview Power, a CleanTech energy storage startup. Having...
With the general election just around the corner, the main political parties have released their manifestos, each one having a thing or two to say about tax. Though the undeniable, and frankly exhausted, topic...
The New SRA Exam: a bit of what you need to know. Unless it’s pushed back, in September 2021 the way solicitors qualify in England and Wales is expected to undergo a radical change. With 2020 coming up pretty...
Time and time again, we’re asked by junior candidates what it takes to reach the senior grades within the indirect tax world. And rather than give you our answer, we thought it would be best if we shared the views of...
A few weeks ago, I responded to a question I was asked by a Solicitor about flexibility in the legal sector. As I explained, the legal sector is changing and flexible working is no longer a taboo subject. In fact, many firms...
In this edition of 'The Tax Expat’, we sit down for a 5-minute chat with Jerome Van Staden, the UK based Head of Tax for Doosan Power Systems and Doosan Heavy Industries. Jerome’s career spans three...
Tune in for our latest blog in the 'Ask a recruiter' series, where we share questions our candidates have about anything within and outside of the job search process. In case you missed it, our...
As recruiters at Harvey John, our job is largely to help connect candidates and hiring businesses that might not otherwise connect. Beyond that, however, we also want to make sure that those who are making important...
Harvey John have the pleasure in sponsoring ‘Brighton Ladies Lunch’ held at The Grand Hotel, Brighton across 2019/2020 in collaboration with Ladies Lunch Club and Consortium. In recognition, we...
In the latest edition of the tax expat, Marius explains how a change of career can still lead to great opportunities. His experiences shed light on what it takes to pack your bags and relocate. For many, the first move may...
It would have been difficult to miss the news of Thomas Cook falling into administration this week. The 178 year old Manchester based travel firm announced in the early hours of Monday that rescue talks had failed, leading...
Continuing from our 'Ask a recruiter' series, where we share questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process, and more, we've got a new question about how to approach the NQ role. (If you...
You don’t need to have been working in the insolvency sector to notice the ever increasing list of high street brands falling victim to the volatile British highstreet. Just this week, Arcadia retail group...
On the 10th of September 2019, we had the honour of taking part in the Brighton Legal Walk, a sponsored 10km around Brighton and Hove which raises money for agencies including Citizens Advice Brighton & Hove, Brighton...
If we've learnt anything from interviewing 20 tax expats over the last 11 months, it's that tax offers a world of opportunities - literally! And as tax recruiters, we see everyday what skills from...
In this first edition of our brand new series, 'The Founders', we’re delighted to be joined by Alastair Barlow, founding partner of flinder. Throughout the series we’ll explore the success stories of...
‘Private Client’ is a term used as a title of service lines by both accountancy and law firms. While it covers quite a large section of the services offered by both types of firms, the two worlds are seen by many...
With the new Prime Minister’s promise of Brexit on the 31st October regardless of a deal, every industry in the UK is taking time to look at itself and wonder - “what would a no deal Brexit mean for me?”....
A lot of conversations I have day to day are with people who are happy in their current role and don’t see any point in moving firms. I often hear the phrase “tax is tax no matter where I am”. In some...
For this week’s edition of The Tax Expat, we welcome Daniel Coene, an Indirect Tax Manager based in Canada. Daniel is certainly no stranger to the concepts of expatriating as he presents an interesting story of how...
Many employers will make a poor hiring decision at least once in their career. If you find yourself in this position, then the most important thing is to act on this quickly to save yourself and your team a potentially long...
It’s the end of another long day in the office. You’re on the train home, or reclined on the sofa in front of the TV. You are zonked. Wiped. Exhausted. You’re scrolling through your phone. Perhaps...
Recently, a study came to light from the CIOT highlighting the average salaries of those who work within Tax in the UK. With the average salary for accountants in the UK at £70,500, it does seem like a very...
I’m certainly not the first person to write about the importance of understanding tax technology and I certainly won’t be the last! But after numerous recent visits to industry conventions and seminars, alongside...
A report published this month by the Insolvency Service is giving an insight into the distribution of personal insolvencies dependent on age, gender, and area over the past 18 years in England and Wales. #accounting
This week’s edition of the Tax Expat follows how you really can reap the rewards of pursuing a career within the Big 4. Working for an organisation that has that sort of global reach, superbly highlights how those...
Continuing from our 'Ask a recruiter' series, where we share questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process, and more, we've got a new question to share from a client. (If you missed our last...
You may be starting out in your career or looking for a change of direction, and, let’s be honest, Insolvency is usually few peoples first port of call. However, with company insolvency increasing in the first quarter...
Here within the Tax team at Harvey John, it’d be pretty fair to say we have a natural bias for all things tax! However, in this case, Fabio highlights how specialising isn’t always the career move for everyone,...
The inspiration for this blog came from an article I read on the Forbes website, which explains the tax implications of Coco Gauff’s fantastic run to the 4th round of Wimbledon this year. The article goes over the...
On the 6th of June, we sponsored the first ever Brighton Ladies Lunch held at The Grand Brighton. Before jumping into lunch, treats, and networking, I spoke with the group about Harvey John and what we believe sets us...
Read our latest instalment of our blog series titled 'Ask a recruiter', where we share questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process and really anything our candidates might be...
After a successful day cleaning up the beach on Friday, the team went back to the sea for the annual Paddle Round the Pier event. There were carnival rides, food stalls, and, to be expected, loads of inventive, colourful,...
It’s the end of another financial year and our big 15 year anniversary so we took to the beach for our annual clean up! We’re lucky to have the beautiful Brighton beach steps away from where we’re located...
In the latest edition of The Tax Expat, we welcome Joao Andre Coelho, an Indirect Tax Manager currently residing in the UK. We really appreciate you contributing to our series Joao, your career to date paints an interesting...
We all know there’s nothing worse than deciding for sure this time that we’re going to find our dream job and leave the one we’ve fallen out of love with - only to be confronted with the horror...
Following a recent surge in interest and enquiries, I’ve decided to follow up on our previous “7 subtle snags holding back your CV” with further ‘snags’ to avoid when doing the dreaded CV...
Each quarter, our specialist Indirect Tax team monitors the number of in-house vacancies released onto the job market across Europe to provide you with a quarterly overview of recruiting trend. The data below provides a...
Recently, a few people currently working in the Big 4 have asked me if leaving is viable and what other options there are outside of the Big 4 bubble. If you’re considering your next career step or are just...
Earlier this year, I came into contact with Maarten following a tax technology event and I later found out he’d built an impressive international career, ticking off two locations that we rarely come across whilst...
We all know how easy it is to focus on the client in front of us. However tempting it is to skip that coffee morning or evening drinks, making the time to network will pay off, we all know it does. The key is to ensure...
In recent years, shifts in regulatory processes, legislation, and the prominent presence of Brexit, has made an increasing impact on how businesses deal with cross-border affairs. It’s still quite common to see...
Whilst the tax world may appear very small, the range of specialisms that exist here are incredibly diverse. And what's great about this is that, for each specialism, the experiences one has abroad are completely...
Harvey John have the pleasure in sponsoring ‘Brighton Ladies Lunch’ held at The Grand Hotel, Brighton across 2019 in collaboration with Ladies Lunch Club and Consortium. In recognition, we continue our...
As an accountant, networking and business development can become a key part of your role, especially the higher up within a firm you progress. Getting a head start on networking can allow you to better position yourself when...
In collaboration with Ladies Lunch Club and Consortium, Harvey John have the pleasure in sponsoring ‘Brighton Ladies Lunch’ held at The Grand Hotel, Brighton across 2019. In recognition, we are delighted to...
Audit. I think it might even be more love-hate than marmite! The audit market is suffering from a candidate shortage, which is due to two reasons. First of all, the lack of senior auditors can be put down to the economic...
Many of us have heard of competency based interviews / questions and know how commonly used they are. However, not everyone’s familiar with what a competency based question actually is or how to prepare for a...
This week explores the story of Boyan Kirchev, a tax and legal professional who grew up in Bulgaria and has now established his life in the Netherlands. We’ve been shouting and raving about the Netherlands as a tax hub...
We're happy to present the latest in 'The Tax Expat' series, with Aloïs Charpenet. Aloïs is an experienced figure in the indirect tax world, having worked as a Senior VAT Manager for PwC, with a...
Each quarter, our specialist Indirect Tax team monitors the number of in-house vacancies released onto the job market across Europe to provide you with quarterly overview of recruiting trend. The data below provides a...
The accountancy world can be a daunting prospect as an outsider. What’s it like being an Accountant? What do people enjoy about it? Do they regret it? Do I have the qualities needed to strive in this field? (If...
As an EMEA wide recruiter covering all levels of indirect tax, it’s fair to say that I’ve dealt with numerous VAT professionals, all with different motivations and career goals. The world of VAT, like any...
We've been ticking off a lot of expat destinations throughout our interviews. Last time we jumped from Auckland to San Jose to Tokyo with Anna Ogenblad, who started her career in GST and is now back in Europe as a...
For many people, the interview is the most nerve-racking part of the job application process. Even the most seasoned job hunter can suffer from a dry mouth, sweaty palms and butterflies in the stomach. Most will find it...
Continuing from our 'Ask a recruiter' series, where we share questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process, and more, we've got a new question to share which we're sure many have...
Within the accountancy practice world, the number of jobs out there for part-qualified and newly-qualified accountants is only going up. The majority of our clients understand the value in hiring candidates starting out in...
2019 is flying by already and we've had some great interviews so far! Last time, we spoke with Martin Lazaroff about his career around North America, Europe, and more recently Dubai! Following the triple...
In our most recent 'Ask a recruiter' series blog, a candidate was concerned about our head office location and if that determined the help we could provide. Before jumping into this week's blog, check out last...
So, for whatever reason, you’ve decided the time is right to start looking for a new job and search the opportunities that are available to you. Even better, you’ve concluded that the best way to find a new...
Our 'Ask a recruiter' series is well under way now, but if you've missed a previous week (like our one about finding applicable vacancies for experienced candidates), make sure to head over to our...
With so much growth in the indirect tax market as of late, there a numerous professionals making moves into upper management positions. We've now taken a new path in speaking to Senior Managers, Directors and Partner...
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is certainly not the most common form of indirect tax that springs to mind. In fact, I could be bold enough to say that the majority of people have never heard of it! But if you look closely at...
Tune in for our latest blog from the 'Ask a recruiter' series, where we share questions our candidates have about anything within and outside of the job search process. Our previous...
Moving jobs is always a big decision; it takes time to consider the positives and negatives of staying where you are versus trying something new. Sometimes people do have the best deal where they are, and the right decision...
In our last edition of The Tax Expat, we were joined by Michal Telka to discuss his very recent move to The Hague to explore VAT opportunities. This week, we go a bit more intercontinental and we’re joined by Martin...
Whenever exam results come out and ‘passed’ lists are released, whether it’s ACCA, ACA or CTA, we definitely see an increase in the amount of candidates exploring their options. We know that when you...
At Harvey John, we work with talented lawyers at all stages of their career, from trainees and NQs through to partners and heads of department, and if there’s one task that seems to bring them equally to grief,...
Recently, someone commented that they’ve never met any of the recruiters they’ve worked with and couldn’t believe that we would happily traipse all across the South to meet candidates for coffee. After...
This week's interview on 'The Tax Expat' is with multilingual VAT Specialist, Michal Telka, who very recently made the move from Poland to The Hague. It's only been a couple of months since his...
What is the process like from your first day working in a recruitment firm to your first year? You may think that you’re thrown in as a recruitment consultant without much help, expected to make 30 calls a day and land...
We're continuing our new blog series titled 'Ask a recruiter' where we’ll be sharing questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process, and really anything our candidates might be...
Each quarter, our specialist Indirect Tax team monitors the number of vacancies released onto the job market directly by employers (Commerce & Industry) across Europe. The data below provides a digestible...
Like me, you’re now steadily progressing through your first year of recruitment. You have a strong ambitious desire to achieve success, and you know what needs to be done. You see a clear path in front of you and...
Working in-house is a long-term goal held by a number of solicitors currently in private practice. For many, it’s a ‘grass is greener’ type scenario; the rumoured benefits of working in the legal team of a...
We're happy to share our latest interview in The Tax Expat series with Sylvia Petkova who has made a big move from Bulgaria to our own home, Brighton! It can be a daunting process relocating to a new country but we...
I’d be surprised if any professional working today hasn’t heard of LinkedIn. Billed as the world’s largest professional network, it now has over 575 million members globally. There are also over 25 million...
This week on The Tax Expat we have Kinga Zawora, who is from Poland and is currently working in the Big 4 in Zurich. Rather than our typical interview, we’re going with a slightly different format with this...
It’s finally all about to pay off. After years of study and training, you’re now mere months away from your ultimate goal - qualifying as a solicitor. It’s a time filled with excitement and expectation, but...
Continuing our new blog series titled 'Ask a recruiter' where we’ll be sharing questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process, and really anything our candidates might be concerned or...
Making the effort to change your career path at any point of your life can be daunting. It can be an overly “taxing” task that keeps you “comfortable” in a job you wish you left months ago. The...
So you’ve made the decision that accountancy is the career for you - great choice! But where do you begin qualification-wise? You know that qualifications are important, but which are the most important?...
Recently, I spoke with a Commercial Property lawyer concerned with his prospects on the job market. He’d had itchy feet for a little while, but had hesitated to explore his options for fear of finding little to no...
We’re starting a new blog series titled 'Ask a recruiter' where we’ll be sharing questions we receive about interviews, CVs, the application process, and really anything our candidates might be...
The 30% Rule - How a tax break could change direction of thought. By rule of thumb, it’s safe to say that anyone would be excited about increasing their net pay without having to ask their boss for a pay rise or...
On the one hand, securing your first professional role post graduation is one of the hardest job application processes you’ll ever do because the competition is so fierce. On the other hand, it’s one of the...
The implementation of VAT across the sunny GCC states - and the influx of European VAT professionals to the region - has been a hot topic over the last two years (sorry, it had to be done!). In fact, some of the most...
While we’re all aware of the classic job interview questions – Why do you want this job? What are your strengths and weaknesses? How would your friends describe you? – competency-based questions are more...
When starting out your career in accountancy, there are so many routes to go down and so many qualifications to choose from that it can be a bit overwhelming. #accounting
Two weeks ago we released our first of many features of The Tax Expat when we interviewed David Rito about his relocation to Maastricht - if you missed it, be sure to give it a read! As a brief summary, every...
Considering all that separates their offices is a few miles or forty-five minutes on the train, the life of a lawyer in London and the regional South-East could sometimes not seem more different. #law
With roughly 60% of our tax placements being cross-border relocations, we naturally get asked a lot about life abroad. And whilst Harvey John can share plenty of advice, there's so much more to be gained from hearing the...
Most children, including myself many moons ago, have at one point dreamt of how cool it would be to possess a black belt. Admittedly that would’ve been martial arts related, but now I’m a little older and a...
Some things in life are worth waiting for – not least the ultimate dream job. At Harvey John we know that helping people build successful careers is a marathon, not a sprint. We focus on building relationships with our...
Now that you’ve settled into your new role, let’s talk about what you can do to make the most of this opportunity. #200words
Wondering what to focus on during your first weeks in a new job? #200words #job
Starting a new job may sometimes feel like going to a new school. That initial feeling of excitement is a good sign (you made the right choice!) but you are fully aware that it’s going to take some time and effort to...
The rise of new technology in finance and accountancy is hard to ignore. But will this have a positive or negative impact on accountancy jobs? We believe there will be both good and bad outcomes from the automation of...
Working in law and working flexible hours to suit you don’t seem to go hand-in-hand and, historically, you’d be right in thinking this is definitely the case. In the past, law firm have taken the traditional...
So, you’ve had your meeting and handed in your letter of resignation and now it’s only a matter of weeks until you’ll be leaving the company and your team. #200words
It was an inauspicious start; for somebody used to strolling down the road to work, catching a London bound train at 6am made me question if this so called ‘Sourcing Summit’ could really be worth it. Being...
After successful interviews and accepting the job offer, you’re ready to hand in your notice. But then… #200words #job
My fellow resourcing consultants and I recently embarked on a two day trip to the first ever London Sourcing Summit (#SOSUUK). The idea behind this was to broaden the spectrum of our technical ability and identify...
Brighton beach is world-famous, and as a company we’re very lucky to be located so close to the iconic pebbled seafront. That’s why as part of celebrating our financial year-end, our energetic team decided to get...
Seven months since I started at Harvey John, what better time to try my hand at my first recruitment conference and what better place to start than at the inaugural UK meeting of Sourcing Summit. One of the leading events in...
Congratulations on making the brave decision to change your job and getting a great offer. Now it’s time to face one of the least enjoyable elements of the process: handing in your notice. #200words
So, you’ve decided you want to change your job. From looking for an interesting vacancy and attending the phone interview, to the face to face interview, you've put a lot of effort in...
From the moment I received the invitation from SocialTalent (@SocialTalent) I knew that the Sourcing Summit UK would be a valuable event for Harvey John to attend. #recruitment
Congratulations! Finally, you got the offer. If you’re thinking of accepting, this means that your salary expectations have probably been met. #200words #job
One of the most dreaded topics around searching for a job is discussing your future salary. #200words
A new initiative spearheaded by Slaughter & May has attempted to try and solve the age old problem of barriers to the legal profession to those from diverse backgrounds. While initiatives such as blind CV interviews...
What’s the easiest way to emphasise your motivation during a job interview? #200words #interview
Now you’re prepared for the job interview in terms of your inner game, it’s time to think about the message you’re sending with your body language. #200words #interview
The interview begins well before you hear your first question. #200words #interview
When I speak with my candidates, about 50% of them are looking for a way out of audit. Why do they want to leave when lots of candidates love their role as an auditor and don’t seem to have any desire to move out...
Entrevista in Fremdsprache? Oui, waroom niet? How do you prepare for an interview that’s not in your native language? #200words #interview
The Internet is a goldmine for various interview advice. (Check out our interview tips and short guides on how to ace both your phone and video interview). #200words #interview
Yes! You’ve been invited to a video (or Skype) interview! Why celebrate? Video interviews offer great advantages if used wisely. #200words #interview
So, you’ve applied for a great role, (your amazing CV or boosted Linkedin profile worked!) now it’s time for the 1st confrontation: a phone interview. #200words #interview
An average accountant earns £62K in the UK, but there are different variables to consider here if you’re looking to maximise your earning potential which have been brought to light by a recent Accountancy...
You’ve seen an interesting job advert. Or you’ve just finished a call with your recruiter. And it’s got you thinking… Would this position be the right one? #200words...
The term “Corporate Social Responsibility” may sound a bit 1990’s, but the idea behind it is simple and transferrable - it focuses on offsetting the negative impact of one’s operations. #business
We all love social media. Although perhaps not when we hear about yet another data breach or Facebook scandal… #200words #job
First of all, congratulations on securing an interview! For starters, we’d like to reassure you. Even though it may sound odd and your gut feeling is telling you the opposite, please believe us that there is...
When you decide that it’s high time to embark on your job search, you will soon start speaking with recruiters. #200words #recruitment
So… You’ve had this nagging feeling for a while now about working abroad to get some international experience. Or maybe you weren’t planning to relocate to a different country but you’ve...
Now you’ve decided it’s time to make a move, you’ve upgraded your Linkedin profile and made sure your CV truly speaks for you, you’re ready to start your job hunt. #200words...
The Gender pay gap is one of the most-discussed topics in our hemisphere this spring. Just after International Women’s Day and a number of protests in major European countries, we’re approaching the big day in...
If you read our last #200words, then creating the perfect CV should be really simple. Basically copy your Linkedin profile content into a text document and voila! Job done! If only it...
We promise to keep your data secure. Following the requirements from both the Data Protection Act (1998) and General Data Protection Regulation (2018) we are dedicated to keeping your data safe. #business
Even if you’re among the lucky ones who are happy in their current role, a well-written, up-to-date LinkedIn profile is still a must in the professional world. #200words #linkedin
Universal Basic Income* (UBI) is one of the most discussed economics topics at the moment (along with the blockchain technology and robot tax). If you’re wondering how it could affect your life in...
Recently trending TEDx Talk by Kevin Green “Why our jobs matter now more than before” beautifully described the term job: “it’s how we perceive ourselves, the role we play in society. It creates...
In November last year, our Associate Director and Indirect Tax specialist, Alex, set out on his travels on a 3-months sabbatical. Over 12 weeks, Alex visited Singapore, Australia, Philippines, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia,...
As most of the western world is celebrating Valentine’s today - we decided to prepare a short dating guide* that will (hopefully) also come in handy with your job search. #interview
This month has felt long hasn’t it? The slow 5 weeks until payday, the dark, cold and rainy weather and the disheartening feeling that Christmas must have been months ago! #job
If you’re a football fan (or if you simply follow the news from time to time) you probably came across the first major VAR (video assistant referee) controversy in England that happened last week. The use of VAR...
Peanut butter, favourite holiday destinations and your career.... No, it’s not that we just randomly generated some words for this title. We haven’t used any sophisticated SEO & Google Analytics to get...
Essentia held a Q&A session covering VAT with our resident expert on the matter, Alex Mann. They reached out to Alex to discuss the indirect tax jobs market and put together this article that we're sharing on our...
From the beginning - the legal bit! I qualified as a solicitor in 2007, specialising in Commercial Dispute Resolution. I loved it apart from time recording! That feeling of logging off at the end of a day and...
‘8 CV “must-haves” that will put you at the top of the pile’ Following my recent post regarding some of the snags that can weaken your CV, I thought I would switch the focus this time,...
When you think of a recruiter, what do you think of? Largely negative, am I right? We’ve all heard the stories... LinkedIn is plastered with them! A recruiter contacts someone about a role that is 11 years...
A blog post written by my colleague, George, about how Hiring Managers can avoid certain interview mistakes, got me thinking about the stages leading up to that first meeting, and what a hiring manager is looking for...
In Part 1 of this blog, we explored many of the changes that have been taking place on the global tax stage and identified the obvious rise in indirect tax activity over recent years. Subsequently, we saw how this can...
The shift towards indirect tax and what this means for the graduate or trainee of today. #tax
For many hiring managers, recruiting is often yet another thing to add to a never-ending ‘to do’ list. Even just allocating time to review applications, let alone planning and conducting interviews, can be a tall...
After a busy Q3, it’s been a positive start for Harvey John going into 2016’s final quarter (though admittedly quite a distracted start, too, with everyone concerned and asking questions about one thing...Donald...
Almost a year ago today, a moment of recruitment serendipity on the Accountancy division has led to Harvey John being able to officially announce a specialist Indirect Tax offering. #tax
Runner up for the second year in a row but immensely proud to be named as a finalist at the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards 2015 #awards
We work very long hours in Britain. And millions of us dive right in at 9am and don't emerge until after five, sometimes a great deal later. It's difficult keeping the pace up when you work normal office hours, never...
You might love the ins and outs of your role, the nuts and bolts, the everyday tasks. The aspects of the job itself might suit you down to the ground. But if your workplace isn't right, it can completely spoil your...
Job hunting is tough. We know how difficult is can be searching for a new role - not to mention trying to land the right role. Here is where a great recruitment consultancy can assist you in your...
In spring 2015, Associate Director George Trudgill, decided to leave the rest of us in the Harvey John office and set out to travel the world. #lifeatHJ
Like every other sector, recruitment is affected by new thinking and new tech. There are some extraordinary ideas out there, revolutionary thinking designed to help recruitment matches more suitable and better...
Things are looking up. In a recent survey by the British Chambers of Commerce, more than half of firms (54%) expect to increase their workforce over the next year. So what are you doing to attract, recruit and retain...
When an accountancy firm called in this week saying they would like to see CV’s for a Qualified Auditor with 0-3 yrs PQE, my initial response was not what you may have expected. #accounting
A recent project by Economia, caught our eye recently. In a quest to understand how the role of the accountancy profession impacts on the wider business world the magazine has put together an Accountancy Rich List....
David was invited by Platinum Business magazine to take part in a round table discussion on the subject of Graduate Recruitment and whether there was a graduate skills gap in the job market. #recruitment
I’ve compiled a few ideas on finding the perfect candidate based on my experience as a legal recruiter in the South-East. Most employers that I speak to have a fine-tuned recruitment process, but sometimes if...
Proud to be named a finalist and eventual joint runner up at the 2014 Gatwick Diamond Business Awards in the category of Developing People for Business Success. #awards
Traditional hiring practices tell us that professional experience is one of the most important assets when determining which candidates are the best fit for your organisational needs. Experience, education and overall...
In the current climate you have to be a little smarter when looking for a new job from the initial application and submission of your CV, to raising your on-line profile and visibility. #job
Leadership is the action of leading a group of people or an organisation, or the ability to do this. Leadership is exceptionally important for a business to run smoothly and to guide employees and the organisation in the...
Receiving an offer for one of my candidates as the first call of the day isn't a bad way to start the week. So, you may think that’s my job done for that particular vacancy? #recruitment
Wouldn’t we all love to have a money tree in the back garden? Those endless hours in the office, rushing to hit deadlines could be a thing of the past. #recruitment
LinkedIn…. Love it or hate it? Time saver or time waster? Drive it hard or can’t be bothered? #linkedin
Working for a recruitment company and being an actor, I love to find the ways I can blend those two worlds together. There is always something we can learn from the arts, and that includes how to approach a job...
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