LUMS Careers

Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming the British Council in China as they delivered an insightful workshop as part of their Study UK Career Development Roadshow. Students from across the region joined us in person to gain valuable career insights from inspiring speakers, while students from our partner university, Beijing Jiaotong University, participated online. A huge thank you to the British Council and their speakers for sharing their expertise and supporting our international students with practical knowledge and opportunities. Special thanks to: Jack Lu, Longquan Lin, Wei Wang, Lan Wu, Yu Wu, Dr. Zemin Chen, and Sophia (Yanjing) Wu. and Magnus George Rory Daly | Noeleen Hammond Jones | Tanya Forrest (nee Parry) | May Wang | Peter Sewell #CareerDevelopment #StudyUK #InternationalStudents #BritishCouncil

📢 Employers & Careers Staff – You’re Invited! Join us for an insightful webinar on Friday, 28 March 2025, from 11:00 - 12:00 (UK Time) with Gemma Tracey, Immigration Partner at JMW Solicitors LLP. Topic: Hiring international students to undertake work placements Gain key insights into: - Work placement requirements - Right-to-work checks - Key immigration considerations 📍 Hosted on Microsoft Teams – Register Below: https://lnkd.in/ejGCcMh2 There will also be a Q&A session at the end—bring your questions! Don't miss out on this opportunity to support international students in the workplace. See you there! #WorkPlacements #Immigration #RightToWork #InternationalStudents #HR #Employers #Careers Noeleen Hammond Jones | Rory Daly | Tanya Forrest (nee Parry) | May Wang | Sophia (Yanjing) Wu | Christina Cooper | Laurie Watson | Peter Sewell | Paul McCormick | Andy Bagshaw | Martine Dawber | Lancaster University Careers Service

Interested in joining our executive team? 💫 Application is now open! (For more details, visit https://linktr.ee/luacsoc) Lancaster University students from any degree/ year are encouraged to apply. Application deadline: Apr 20. Results are expected to be announced by mid-June. For any inquiries, please contact our current exec team via Instagram (@luacsoc) or email (j.gifford@lancaster.ac.uk). We are more than happy to answer any questions about the role and the application process, please feel free to reach out! We can’t wait to have you in our team ☺️🫶🏼

Over the past two days, Lancaster University Management School students had an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience through mock assessment centres and interviews, preparing them for placements, internships and graduate applications. More than 250 students took part in mock interviews, while 175 students participated in assessment centres, engaging in realistic exercises designed to sharpen their skills. A huge thank you to the 41 employers who generously dedicated their time to provide constructive feedback and create a supportive environment for students. We also appreciate the staff members who stepped into employer roles to enhance the experience. Your commitment to mentoring the next generation of professionals is truly making a difference. We look forward to creating more opportunities for students to engage with employers. If you would be interested in participating in future events, email lumscareers@lancaster.ac.uk

At LUMS Careers, we are committed to ensuring that our students receive tailored international careers support, global job opportunities, and expert guidance to navigate their career journeys - whether in the UK or beyond. From 1-1 international careers coaching, to specialised careers workshops, exclusive employer connections and international career fairs, our international careers provision is designed to empower students with the skills, knowledge, and networks to thrive. A key contributor to this work is May Wang, our dedicated International Careers Manager, who brings passion and expertise in supporting students. May also works closely with top employers and stakeholders to enhance international employability, ensuring that our students are equipped to succeed in an increasingly globalised job market. Watch out this space, there will be more specialised international careers events coming to Lancaster soon! 📢Students at LUMS—make the most of the international careers support 👉 https://lnkd.in/esBcpn4s 📢 Global employers—looking to connect with top international talent? Get in touch and discover how we can collaborate to build a future where talent knows no borders. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eZ6EivFn

Are you a Chinese international student looking to break into China’s competitive job market? Join us for an exclusive Career Development Workshop, hosted by the British Council in partnership with LinkedIn China!🌍 📅 Date: Thursday 20th March ⏰ Time: 13:00 – 15:00 UK Time 📍 Location: Faraday Lecture Theatre, Lancaster University 🎤 Language: Primarily in Chinese (Mandarin) What to Expect: Expert Insights – Hear from senior managers, HR directors of top Chinese firms Market Trends – Gain firsthand knowledge of China’s job market, hiring trends, and key recruitment processes. Employer Preferences – Understand what top companies look for in candidates and how to stand out. Skills & Experience – Learn how to develop your strengths and tackle common challenges as a returning graduate. Live Q&A – Get your career questions answered directly by industry leaders! Agenda: 13.00-13.10 Opening and intro Lancaster University British Council 13.10-14.00 Presentations LinkedIn/HR Directors 14.00-14.30 Panel Discussion 14.30-15.00 Q & A session All speakers and students Kickstart your career with expert guidance—don’t miss out! 🔗 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eJcdDtCc For more information, contact lumscareers@lancaster.ac.uk Rory Daly | Noeleen Hammond Jones | Tanya Forrest (nee Parry) | May Wang | Laurie Watson | Peter Sewell | Sophia (Yanjing) Wu | Paul McCormick | Christina Cooper | Martine Dawber | Andy Bagshaw | Charlotte Robinson | LaVerne Handfield | Shruti Srivastava | Jennifer Thompson MAHEP | Ajay Bains Assoc CIPD | Shelley Morgan

A huge thank you to everyone who joined our International Women’s Day panel discussion! Your energy, insights, and engagement made it a truly impactful conversation. A special shoutout to our incredible panelists—Susan Binnersley, Nikita Joshi, Omoyeni Mebude, and Bethan Jones—for sharing their experiences, wisdom, and ideas on driving gender equality in the workplace. Your perspectives sparked important discussions and inspired us all to take meaningful steps forward. 🚀 Accelerating action on women’s equality isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s essential for progress. When women are empowered, workplaces become more innovative, inclusive, and successful. Let’s continue to challenge barriers, champion equity, and create environments where everyone can thrive. #IWD #WomenInLeadership #GenderEquality #AccelerateAction Tanya Forrest (nee Parry) | Rory Daly | Noeleen Hammond Jones | Martine Dawber | Andy Bagshaw | May Wang | Paul McCormick | Sophia (Yanjing) Wu | Christina Cooper | Laurie Watson | Charlotte Robinson | LaVerne Handfield | Shruti Srivastava | Ajay Bains Assoc CIPD | Shelley Morgan | Salma Atcha | Lancaster University Accounting Society | Lancaster University Women in Business Society

A huge thank you to our students for their dedication and to Andy Smith for making the day a success. Excited to see how these insights shape their journeys! 🚀 #MBALearning #CareersInAction

Last week the LUMS Career Coaches and I spent an action packed day with Andy Smith and our brilliant MBA cohort looking at Consulting Case Studies. It was an immersive day learning about what skills are required to be a consultant, whilst practicing pitching and presenting to a 'client'. It was great seeing the students showcasing these skills, whilst I put my own acting skills into action alongside Tanya Forrest (nee Parry) as we played the roles of disgruntled senior executives. Note to self don't give up the day job 😂. Big thank you to Andy for facilitating the day and to the MBA students for embracing the challenge.

A Fireside Chat with Liz Barclay: Championing Small Business & Fair Payment Join us at Lancaster University Management School for an exclusive Fireside Chat with Liz Barclay, the UK’s Small Business Commissioner and a leading voice in business, governance, and consumer affairs. With a wealth of experience spanning broadcasting, advocacy, and policy reform, Liz has been at the forefront of tackling poor payment practices and driving a culture of trust, inclusion, and accountability in business. 📅 Date: Thursday, 3 April 2025 📍 Venue: LUMS (in-person event) ⏰ Timings: 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM – Event registration and refreshments 6:00 PM – 7:00/7:30 PM – Fireside Chat presentation followed by Q&A Register here https://lnkd.in/e-p-NNRp Lancaster University Management School | Lancaster University Careers Service | LU Investment and Finance Society | Lancaster University Accounting Society | Lancaster University Economics Society | Enactus Lancaster | Executive Education at Lancaster University | Lancaster University Women in Business Society | Careers Advancement Network