While there is no sure-fire way to land the job of your dreams, there are steps you can take to ensure you stand out from the crowd and give yourself the best chance possible.

The number of information technology specialists moving into self-employment has increased by 48% in five years, up from 143,000 211,000. According to research by professional services firm Procorre, the number of contractors in IT is growing at one of the fastest rates of any sector. The increase is being driven by rapidly growing business investment...

For those of you contemplating contracts in the Middle East here is a brief introduction to what you can expect if you are going to work in Qatar Like many other Gulf countries, Qatar is a combination of an ancient past and 21st century technology and architecture. It is a country in transition that has retained...

Here’s a brief introduction to what you can expect if you are going to work in Canada A land of geographic differences and cultural diversity, Canada has a high standard of living with a friendly and sociable population. Within its vast borders, spanning six time zones, there is a beautiful and varied landscape that includes...

Most contractors are attracted by the possibility of the higher take home pay – often due to lower taxes – and the prospects of a better work-life balance by working abroad Over three quarters (77%) of all contractors would like to work abroad, reveals a survey by professional services company Procorre. However, many contractors can...

New Zealand’s expanding economy is creating opportunities for migrants, particularly those with skills in the construction industry   An expanding New Zealand economy is credited with bringing migration to a record high. Figures released by the country’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment May show that employment increased 0.7% in the first quarter of 2015, 3.3%...

Here is a brief introduction to what you can expect if you are going to work in China. The Chinese have a strong sense of belonging to a long and often intense history. Relationships of all kinds take time to develop. Families are close knit and relationships between and within families and institutions go back for...

Here is a brief introduction to what you can expect if you are considering taking up a contract or permanent post in India. India has a broad ethnic and linguistic diversity. The Indians are divided mainly into the dark-skinned Dravidian with approximately 25 percent of the population and the lighter-skinned Indo-Aryan races with approximately 72...

Based in UAE and heading for divorce? Know your legal options. Written for Expat Network By Michael Rowlands, Partner and Head of London Family Law, JMW Solicitors LLP London is regarded as ‘divorce capital of the world’ largely for its generous treatment of wives in the event of marriage breakdown. Dubai, on the...

For divorcing or already divorced parents who are expats in UAE, disputes involving custody of children, relocation or travel with children are not straightforward. Written for Expat Network By Michael Rowlands, Partner and Head of London Family Law, JMW Solicitors LLP Unlike in many other countries there is no possibility of enforcing...

For those of you contemplating new contracts in the Middle East, here is a brief introduction to what you can expect if you are going to work in the United Arab Emirates. Each of the seven Emirates is governed by its own ruling family, and although now constituted together in a federation, each retains individual identity....

For those of you looking forward to taking on new contracts in the Middle East, here is a brief introduction to what you can expect if you are going to work in Saudi Arabia. Arabia is the birthplace and centre of Islam. Islam is the official religion of Saudi Arabia, the only one permitted to its...