Changing careers at 40+: a practical UK guide
Late-career changes are more common than you'd think. Here's how to do it without starting from scratch — using what you've already built.
18 May 2026 · 8 min read
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Careers Editor, Joboru
Elena has written about careers, hiring, and the job market for over a decade. She edits Joboru's career advice and interviews industry specialists for our guides.
10 articles published
Late-career changes are more common than you'd think. Here's how to do it without starting from scratch — using what you've already built.
18 May 2026 · 8 min read
Where the actual hiring volume is, based on what UK employers are advertising on Joboru today. Plus where these roles cluster geographically.
11 May 2026 · 6 min read
The questions a hiring manager actually asks in a receptionist interview — and how to answer them when you don't want to sound rehearsed.
4 May 2026 · 7 min read
A resignation letter doesn't need to be long or dramatic. Here's what to include, what to leave out, and four templates you can copy.
27 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
The new rates came in this April. Here's what they are by age, what they mean for your monthly pay, and what to do if you think you're being underpaid.
20 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
Most CVs get skimmed in under 10 seconds. Here's how to make yours one of the ones that gets a proper read.
10 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
The questions you'll almost certainly be asked, and frameworks for answering them without sounding rehearsed.
8 Apr 2026 · 8 min read
Looking for something new without burning bridges or getting caught. Practical advice for the employed job seeker.
5 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
Most people accept the first offer. Here's why you shouldn't, and how to negotiate without making it awkward.
1 Apr 2026 · 7 min read
The first week sets the tone. Here's how to make a good impression without trying too hard.
28 Mar 2026 · 5 min read