Welcome to the spring edition of the UEL Alumni Network e-newsletter. We hope you all had a great Christmas and fantastic start to the New Year! It has been busy here at UEL with various events taking place, including the Alumni Christmas party, Honorary Award Holders Dinner and several Employability events.
There have also been a few changes at UEL over the past few months; unfortunately, Professor Patrick McGhee tendered his resignation from the post of Vice-Chancellor of the University of East London on health grounds in early January meaning Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Joughin, has now become Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University. We also announced our much anticipated new Chancellor, Lord Gulam Noon, who took up his responsibilities as Chancellor in January of this year, for more information on both of these changes please take a look at the Headline News Section.
This edition as always is packed full of news stories, information on the range of employability and enterprise support services available to former students and details of recent and forthcoming events.
Your feedback is always welcome, please send comments or suggestions to alumni@uel.ac.uk Happy reading!
UEL Alumni Development Office
The University of East London (UEL) has launched a bold new campaign warning its students about the hidden perils of unscrupulous payday loan companies.
Given there are 2,000 students at UEL with dependent children – a group commonly targeted by payday loan companies- the University has taken the landmark decision to ban all payday loan advertising and promotional materials at its campuses – a move that could be heralded as a first by any UK university.
As part of the campaign, UEL has teamed up with the National Union of Students (NUS) and Movement for Change – an organisation that lobbies for a cap on the amount of interest payday lenders can charge.
In a recent report, the NUS unearthed widespread evidence concerning the use of short term loans by students in the UK. In addition, the report also found certain groups were more susceptible to the lure of payday loans, with one in ten student parents having taken out a cash advance from a high street lender at some point during their studies.
Nicole Redman, Head of Student Money Advice & Rights Team (SMART), said: “Our advice to students is to try and avoid the temptation of a payday loan at all costs. While it might seem like an ideal solution in the short term, the long term repercussions can be very serious, with students finding themselves in a vicious circle of insurmountable debt. If a student is experiencing any financial difficulties, we would strongly encourage them to get in touch with the SMART team. We will always do our utmost to try and advise students about what the safe and practical alternatives are.”
Speaking at the campaign launch, Peter Mercer, NUS Vice President said: “Payday lenders try to present themselves as some kind of alternative to government-backed student loans but in reality short-term borrowing often makes students’ financial situation worse rather than better. Unscrupulous lenders targeting vulnerable students and other low earners need to be controlled and I am really pleased UEL has launched this campaign, which will help protect its students against the plethora of payday lenders we now see operating within our local communities, high streets and on the internet.Students waiting for their next loan payment and scraping around for money to pay bills might be tempted by adverts that present a supposedly painless and easy solution. Down the line when interest racks up, it can be difficult to pay back and many borrowers end up in a cycle of snowballing loans taken out to pay off previous debts.”
UEL’s elite rowing scholars won gold at last months British Universities Colleges Sport (BUCS) 4s & 8s Head, following a dominant display on the River Witham, Boston.
UEL’s boat, which consisted of Peter Hardcastle, Alan Sinclair, Martins Etem and Tom Wilkinson, completed the 5,000 meter course in an impressive time of 16:48.9min, some 31 seconds ahead of their opponents to claim victory.
Tom Wilkinson said: “We knew Loughborough and Durham were going to be our main competition. They went out hard and we could see them gaining on us during the first half of the race. We paced ourselves really well, stayed strong and pulled away during the second half. The last kilometre was really tough, but in the end we beat them by 31 seconds. The race went to plan; we gave them a real beating.”
18 crews competed in the final of the time trial in Lincolnshire, with UEL beating Loughborough into second and Cardiff into third.
Fabpad, UEL’s digital fabric and paper print bureau, added another high profile brand to its list of clients last month.
The team behind the new Cheryl Cole advert for L’Oreal enlisted Fabpad to provide the printed fabric and backdrop for their new Colour Match foundation campaign.
Celebrity photographer, Rankin, shot the Girls Aloud and former X-Factor star in a dress that was colour-matched expertly by the Fabpad team, so that Cole blended into the background. His images have been featured in Look, OK and the Daily Mail in advance of the new L’Oreal advert hitting TV screens this month.
Fabpad provides a fast digital print service to clients across the textile and fashion industry, including ASOS, Reiss, Debenhams, and Agi & Sam. Based in the Knowledge Dock Business Centre at UEL’s Docklands Campus, Fabpad also provides an affordable printing service to UEL students, linking closely to the university’s Fashion and textile programmes.
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The leading entrepreneur Lord Gulam Noon was appointed as the new Chancellor of the University of East London (UEL) in a ceremony at the House of Lords in January of this year.
Lord Noon developed his business from a sweet shop in Mumbai to a multimillion pound food empire employing thousands of people in the UK. He replaces Lord Brian Rix, the actor and charity campaigner, as the figurehead of London’s leading modern research university. Lord Rix was UEL’s first Chancellor and is stepping down as the longest-serving university Chancellor in England.
Lord Noon said: “I am both proud and excited to be taking on this role at UEL. This is a great institution, with a strong record of providing opportunities for all to improve and develop. I am looking forward to helping them continue their good work, encouraging diversity and developing entrepreneurship alongside academic excellence.”
Lord Noon – who is credited with introducing the British palate to Indian food on a large scale through his business supplying supermarkets including Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Waitrose – has a long-standing relationship with UEL. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the university in 2009, in recognition of his achievements as an entrepreneur, and has helped the university create and run a centre for diversity in business.
Mark Stephens CBE, chair of UEL’s Board of Governors, said “We’re delighted Lord Noon has agreed to be our new Chancellor. He brings exceptional ability and achievement, and his successful career will be an inspiration to our students. Lord Noon is also renowned for his love of cricket and he recognises our ambition to be the leading university for sport in London”.
His appointment was welcomed by two other honorary graduates of UEL. The former Attorney-General Baroness Patricia Scotland said: “UEL couldn’t have picked a better person to be their new chancellor. Lord Noon is a brilliant entrepreneur who shares UEL’s values and cares deeply about education. He will be a great success, an exemplar for young people to follow.”
Political philosopher and academic Professor Lord Bhikhu Parekh said: “Lord Noon is a remarkable man who has risen from humble origins to become one of the most respected and admired individuals in Britain and India. His courage, determination, and integrity and moral transparency are clearly evident and he will, I have no doubt, contribute immensely to the university.”
The Chancellor is the formal head of UEL, and acts as an ambassador for the university, its staff and students. As well as playing a key role in graduation ceremonies, Lord Noon will help to raise the profile of UEL and ensure that the talent and ability of our students and graduates are recognised.
Lord Noon is also a fellow of Birkbeck, University of London, with whom UEL are currently developing a new and exciting shared campus in Stratford, opening in September 2013.
Professor Patrick McGhee tendered his resignation from the post of Vice-Chancellor of the University of East London earlier this year on health grounds. Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Joughin, has now become Acting Vice-Chancellor of the university. Professor McGhee’s statement to staff and students is copied below for information.
“Dear Colleagues
Having given the matter considerable thought, I have reluctantly decided to tender my resignation from UEL on health grounds.
Hopefully, these challenges are temporary and I will be able to return to making a full contribution to higher education leadership in the UK in the not-too-distant future. As I'm sure colleagues will understand, I have asked for my privacy and that of those close to me to be respected at this time. I would like to take this opportunity to thank colleagues and students for making my time at UEL so enjoyable.
Professor Patrick McGhee”
More news stories may be found at www.uel.ac.uk/news
The Sustainability Team, part of Facilities Services, working in partnership with the Cass School of Education and Communities, will take on a Research Intern as part of UEL's undergraduate Research Internship programme. The project involves the development of an understanding of the range of sustainability-related education taking place in UEL and other Higher Education Institutes.
The study will use a mixed methods approach including semi-structured interviews, documentary analysis and an online survey using Survey Monkey to gather data. This partnership is unique within UEL as Facilities Services is the only service participating in the scheme. Preparation work has already begun so the successful intern will have a flying start. In addition the intern will receive regular research mentoring from a member of the research team. The research will contribute towards developing sustainable teaching and learning strategy at the institution to help UEL continue to be a top performer in the People and Planet Green League.
The Production of Place conference and workshops was held at the University of East London Docklands campus from the 15th to the 18th December 2012, keynote speakers included Tony Fretton, the author Iain Sinclair, Alberto Molletto and the Vice-President of research at the US Green Building Council, Chris Pyke. Delegates from from all 5 continents of the world presented 38 papers, selected from 120 submissions. The papers reflected on the three themes of the conference from their different contexts. 16 discussion forums debated the ideas to reveal a strong consensus amongst the speakers that the topic of the conference was unique, relevant to their work and provided an international platform for academic development. There was participation from both students and staff, with several ACE staff presenting papers. The quality of the papers was outstanding, with many papers being graded 1 or 2 on a rating of 1-5 (1 best) by the reviewing panel.
In parallel, some 30 students took part in construction workshops with visiting artists including Turner-prize nominee Richard Wilson, with the work being exhibited in the conference break-out spaces. The discussions continued in the breaks and there was thoroughly positive feedback on the conference and a genuine interest in seeing it continued, with several institutions expressing interest in partnering with UEL to help strengthen the platform.
Professor Hassan Abdalla, Dean of ACE commented the production of place conference, "It was definitely a great success and the international speakers delivered impressive presentations which inspired all delegates. This is the first of a series of conferences in architecture organised by UEL self esteemed staff”
The New London Graduate School (NLGS) brings together Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences research strengths from Anglia Ruskin University, The University of East London, The University of Greenwich, London South Bank University and Middlesex University. By combining our expertise, the NLGS offers a broad, exciting and supportive intellectual environment for postgraduate students and will enable them to access a vibrant network of events and research training.
The NLGS is currently offering nine AHRC Masters Studentships in Arts and Humanities areas and one PhD Cultural Studies Studentship. Studentships will pay for your tuition fees and will provide a maintenance grant. Doctoral students also are entitled to a Research Training Support Grant.
All postgraduate students at the five partner universities are able to audit modules, attend seminars and participate in other events that any of the five partners have on offer.
Applications for the studentships closes on the 15th March and the PhD interview date for successful candidates will be the 22nd April.
To find out more and to apply please go to www.nlgs.ac.uk
UEL Children’s Garden nursery is open to use by former UEL Cass School of Education students who are now teaching in this area. For more information, please see the following link; http://bit.ly/UELnursery
This recently launched ‘Ngage’ programme is designed to support the schools objective of transforming the lives of our students and enhancing their experiences at University.
The two key areas that the programme looks to develop are around guest speakers both motivational (Role models) and subject specific as well as creating a pool of Alumni mentors where our students have the opportunity to discuss their opportunities and challenges on a one to one basis.
Alumni guest speakers provide students with firsthand knowledge about getting acclimated to the school, how to prepare for their careers and how to manage their time and competing obligations once they've entered the workforce.
Working with a group of student mentees, the alumni will be on hand to help and advise students on a range of issues including academic performance and career progression.
If you are interested in getting involved with the ‘Ngage’ programme and giving something back to the school, please contact Mark Watson via rdbs-alumni@uel.ac.uk.
Then we want to hear about it! Inside Buzz is working to find out what professional life is really like for employees and we'd love to get your thoughts to help current UEL students research jobs. You could review a job you are currently in or a job you've had in the past. Please take this quick survey and you’ll also go in the running to win £100. Answers are anonymous, so feel free to be as candid as you like. Thank you - The Inside Buzz Team”
The Information, Advice and Guidance Service deliver projects focusing on inspiring learners to continue their journey. Due to our extensive links with partner colleges we have a number of Access students (groups) visiting the UEL for a series of workshops that help them to manage their transition from FE to HE. We are looking for inspiring ex students who would be willing to talk to the Access students about their experience of university.
We are seeking inspiring ex students to talk about their experience at events designed for external staff from community organisations and colleges.
If you are interested in becoming an inspiring speaker at such events or would like to find out more, please contact Julie Walker Manager of the Pre-entry IAG Service, UEL Stratford Campus (based in the UEL Library) on 0208 223 4354.
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In order to save on our printing costs and reduce our carbon footprint, we are going electronic for the alumni magazine Now and Then. If you’re email is currently on our system then we will automatically switch you over to the electronic version of the magazine. But don’t panic! We will still be printing some magazines, just let us know that you would prefer to receive a copy and we’ll be sure to stick one in the post to you when the time comes around.
Remember, you can apply for an Alumni Network Passport Card for just a one off fee of £15. It enables you access to our library and offers a range of benefits and discounts to Alumni, which you can see in full on our Benefits and Discounts page: http://www.uel.ac.uk/alumni/benefits/index.htm
Congratulations to Shalini Dharmaseelan, the teams Alumni Development Assistant, who had a baby boy last month. Whilst she is on maternity leave, her post will be covered this year by Sam Mirza.
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We have had a lot of new benefits since the last e-newsletter, to have a look at these, please check out our benefits and services page.
Rufena Haque, Human Resources Management, 2012
PA to Clerk and Chief Executive at the Sir John Cass's Foundation
I remember being on the tube and I saw a UEL poster with a picture of the Docklands campus and Canary Wharf in the night, the text read something along the lines of "it makes sense to study business in the heart of business". I researched UEL and found it had a great reputation for HR, so I decided to visit the campus on an Open Day. When I went to visit the campus, the location and view drew me in.
I knew immediately that UEL was the University I wanted to attend. At the beginning of my 2nd year I contacted the employability team at UEL to assist me in completing an admin/office internship. It was Mark Watson who forwarded me the vacancy at Sir John Cass’s Foundation. Although at the time the position was only for a month, I still applied to gain work experience. I was than short listed along with 13 other candidates from other Universities within London, interviewed and offered the position.
I later found out that it was my positive attitude and adaptability that gave me the edge over my rivals. When the PA vacancy arose, I put myself forward for the position. By this time my internship had been extended and I had been with the Foundation for 17 months. During this time I gained fundamental experience and used this time to fully understand the Foundation and its activities and had worked within different areas of the Foundation increasing my knowledge and responsibilities.
My HR degree came in use when I was given the responsibility for the entire recruitment process for new Governors. I believe in five years time I will have settled into a HR role as a result of my experience at Sir John Cass’s Foundation. I intend to have completed my Masters and be CIPD qualified in order to put myself in a better position to reach my long term goal of starting my own HR consultancy business.
If I could offer one piece of advice to other UEL students and graduates it would be, “Take advantage of all the opportunities available to you and explore any positions that may not immediately fit your long term plans as you never know where it may lead. That way you’ll always have open options rather than limiting yourself. I have learnt that so many roles and careers in differing professions all intertwine and come together with many of the skills required being directly transferable between professions.”
Do you have a story to share? We are looking for Alumni to feature in our next Alumni Magazine, if you have something you would like to feature in ‘Now and Then’ get in contact. We are also offering advertising space in this edition of ‘Now and Then’ with a 10% discount on the rates to our Alumni Network Members. An advert in ‘Now and Then’ magazine will reach over 40,000 named graduates from The University of East London and provide an opportunity to talk directly to this high calibre audience, of which over 65% live in London and the South East. In addition University staff, business colleagues, friends and supporters also receive ‘Now and Then’. If you would like more information on our advertising rates get in contact.
Meet the Employability and Enterprise Team
Tuesday 12th February 2013, Docklands Campus
On Tuesday 12th February the Alumni Development Office in conjunction with the Employability and Enterprise Team, held two informal meet the team session to help raise awareness amongst recent graduates of what they can relieve after they graduate. The graduates from the last two years, were filled in on how the team can help them succeed in their chosen career path. All in attendance found the sessions really useful, many of the graduates were surprised at what UEL offered even after they had left. If you too would like to find out more information on what is offer to you one you have graduated please visit the following sites www.uel.ac.uk/alumni/benefits and www.uel.ac.uk/eet.
Annual Honorary Award Holders Dinner
Monday 28th January 2013, House of Lords
The 11th Annual Honorary Award Holders Dinner, held on Monday 28th January 2013 was a massive success amongst all those who attended, 120 staff, students, Honorary Award Holders and VIP guests gathered on the evening at the House of Lords to not only thank Lord Rix for his time as Chancellor at the University of East London but to also witness the installation ceremony for UEL’s new Chancellor Lord Noon Kt MBE.
The evening began with a Drinks reception at 7pm and celebrations continued through late into the evening. The food was amazing and everyone enjoyed the spectacular view of the City from the House of Lords, Terrace.
The night ended in high spirits from with a fantastic Vote of Thanks given by John Olaofe a current UEL Royal Docks Business School Student
The event was a memorable and informing experience for everyone who attended and we are already looking forward to next years!
2012 Alumni Network Christmas Party
Saturday 8th December 2012, Smollenskys Bar and Restaurant, Canary Wharf
The Alumni Network Christmas Party was a fantastic night, with a great turnout of approximately 100 attendees. The Alumni and guests celebrated Christmas together, at Smollenskys bar and Restaurant at Canary Wharf.
The food was amazing, with a wide selection of platters and the bar had a great buzz. The celebrations began at 6pm and continued though to just before 11pm. The atmosphere was great and the room was filled with laughter and enjoyment. Congratulations once more to all of our raffle winners and this years quiz competition winner, Gaitree Cuppoor who managed to score 10 out of 10 on her quiz.
If you missed out on this great event, you can find all the pictures on out Alumni facebook page facebook.com/uelalumni. The team looks forward to seeing you in 2013!
UEL’s Alumni Development Office presents: the 2012 Occupational, Organisational &Business Psychology Reunion
Wednesday 5th December 2012, Stratford Campus, London
On Wednesday 5th December 2012, around 30 attendees gathered together for UEL’s Alumni 2012 Occupational, Organisational & Business Psychology Reunion event. The event provoked much attention from Alumni, Students and Staff alike. All this attention was partly due to the high-profile nature of our speaker, Professor Rob Briner, who was appointed Professor of Organisational Psychology at the School of Management, University of Bath in September 2011. He also previously worked at Birkbeck College, University of London for 19 years after completing his PhD at the MRC/ESRC Social and Applied Psychology Unit (now the institute of Work Psychology).
The evening started with an introduction by Rachel Mulvey, Associate Dean of the School of Psychology at UEL. This was followed by Professor Rob Briner giving an inspiring but pragmatic talk from his vast experience on Organisational Psychology.
Annual Fund Awards Ceremony
Wednesday 24th October 2012, Docklands Campus, London
On Wednesday 24th October 2012, UEL alumni, staff and students gathered together to celebrate the success of our students and research staff at the 3rd Annual Fund Awards. The awards, presented by Vice-Chancellor Professor Patrick McGhee, included 3 Start-up Research Grants and a Women’s Entrepreneurship Award. The Worshipful Company of Paviors who kindly donated again towards the Paviors Financial Assistance Grant, were also in attendance, and John Price, Past Master, kindly said a few words.
If you missed out on any of these events, be sure to like us on facebook.com/uelalumni for updates on all upcoming events and UEL related news.
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| Wednesday 6th March 2013 | 18:00 - 21:00 | Knowledge Dock, Docklands Campus |
Women in the Boardroom
The Noon Centre for Equality and Diversity in Business in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence for Women’s Entrepreneurship presents the first of its evening series. Dr. Ann Olivarius, Chair of the Executive Committee and key speaker of the event, will explore the topic of Women in the Boardroom. To register please email r.maharaj@uel.ac.uk |
Tuesday 12th March 2013 |
15:00 – 19:00 |
Petchy Centre, Docklands Campus |
CV Checking
We will be running a CV drop in session in conjunction with the Employability and Enterprise Team. Turn up and let the team give your CV the once over to help you secure that dream job!
VERY LIMITED SPACES LEFT BOOK TODAY! |
Thursday 21st March 2013 |
18:00 - 21:00 |
West Building Lecture Hall, Docklands Campus |
The School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering Alumni Event
We have great pleasure in inviting our students, staff and graduates to our 2013 School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering Alumni event. The evening will include presentations and a Q&A Session, followed by a networking reception with drinks and a light buffet. The event will be chaired by Professor Hassan Abdalla, Dean of the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering and will feature two fantastic guests speakers; Dr Ken Shuttleworth, Founder of Make Architects and Paula Walsh, Director of the world renowned international multi-disciplinary design and engineering consultancy Arup. |
| Saturday 23rd March 2013 | 09:00 - 13:00 | Sarah Bonnell School in Stratford | International Women's Day 2013
The event will feature women who have stepped out of their comfort zone, overcome adversity, set new records and are living their dream. Speakers include Anne Wafula Strike (Paralympic wheelchair racer, Author and Sporting Ambassador), Siobhan Benita (Ex London Mayoral candidate and Political commentator), Mavis Amankwah (PR guru, Author and Entrepreneur) and Abbiih Oloyede (Presenter and Pastor). Members of the public are invited to nominate an inspirational girl/woman in these categories for an inspirational award (I’m a survivor, girl next door and living my dream). Nomination criteria atwww.womenmentoringwomen.me. Attendees will be treated to live performances by talented artists and receive a copy of Women Mentoring Women’s new Poetry Book (‘Through these eyes’) for free.
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Thursday 4th April 2013 |
09:30 - 16:30 |
Petchy Centre, Docklands Campus |
Post 2 Year Graduate Business Advice - FULLY BOOKED |
Thursday 13th June 2013 |
18:00 - 21:00 |
Stratford Campus |
The School of Psychology Alumni Event - More Info coming soon! |
| Wednesday 17th July - Saturday 10th August | Various | Docklands Campus | The London Summer School for Business (LSSB) The London Summer School for Business at UEL reflects the university’s innovative, forward thinking approach to education and learning.
This four week summer programme has an experiential learning focus that takes advantage of our close proximity to Canary Wharf.
http://www.uel.ac.uk/business/undergraduate/lssb/
For further information on this, please contact: Christophe Castiglioni: c.castiglioni@uel.ac.uk 0208 223 3343 |
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The School of Law and Social Sciences Event |
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Health, Sport and Bioscience Alumni Meet Up |
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The Cass School of Education and Communities Event |
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The School of Arts and Digital Industries Event |
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The Royal Docks Business School Event |
If you would like to attend any of the above events please contact us on alumni@uel.ac.uk to book your space!
At UEL, we understand and value the tremendous benefits of partnership. We want to get you involved in the excellent transformational work our students, graduates and communities are undertaking. With the introduction of UEL's new strategy 'Transformation for Excellence' for 2010-2020, we are more determined than ever to increase the value of everything we do through forging partnerships with our alumni, honorary graduates and other Friends of UEL.
Take a look at our interactive Document which outlines how you can get engaged with UEL HERE.
Over the summer hundreds of UEL students volunteered at the London 2012 Olympics. In early December the efforts of all our volunteers were recognised at a unique celebration event which took place at the London Legacy Development Corporation’s offices in Stratford. Vice Chancellor Patrick McGhee spoke at the event praising the volunteers for their hard work and dedication recognising the importance of such activity in enhancing students’ employability.
During the Autumn term EET delivered a lunchtime programme of workshops open to all students across all schools focussing on the key areas around employability such as planning a career, making effective applications and interviewing well. These workshops were delivered by both employers and EET staff. Over 150 students attended the series. EET intends to run a second series of workshops during the Spring term. Recent graduates (2 years out) are welcome to register. Check out our events pages at: www.uel.ac.uk/eet
We want to support your business! In the UK the level of entrepreneurial activity among women is 44% of that found among men. At the University’s Centre of Excellence for Women’s Entrepreneurship (CEWE) – we strive to unlock this potential and guide women on the path to entrepreneurial success.
We currently have two projects running and we would like to get you involved.
Make it Real Did you know… If the UK could achieve the same levels of female entrepreneurship as the US, Britain would gain three quarters of a million more businesses. More women need to step into enterprise and we are committed to making that happen. We were recently awarded with a £50,000 ‘Inspiring Women’ grant from the Royal Bank of Scotland to develop the project ‘Make it Real’. If you have an idea and you want to make it real, applications for our support package open in March. Get in touch today at cewe@uel.ac.uk with the subject title ‘Make it Real’
Make it Global Did you know… Women account for only a third of the EU's entrepreneurs and only 16% of women-led businesses export compared to 30% of SMEs as a whole. This need to be addressed and women-led businesses need to be encouraged and inspired to export more. UEL has developed ‘Make It Global’, a £1.5 million European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funded project offering a programme of free business support to boost the internationalisation of women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in London. If you have ambitions yourself to take your business overseas please get in touch with makeitglobal@uel.ac.uk to access our free support package! We are also looking for alumni who have successfully internationalised their businesses to pass on their knowledge and expertise.
Don't miss out on your opportunity to develop your employment and career skills through these series of workshops at both Docklands and Stratford Campus, book now as places are limited!
Docklands Booking Form https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WV9DCM2
Stratford Booking Form https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LW3MWYM
Are you a recent UEL graduate? Is lack of work experience preventing you from getting your dream job?
We have a fantastic opportunity for you to secure a paid internship to put your skills and abilities to use, and help you gain valuable work experience to boost your CV.
Please follow the link for more information and to register online.
http://dl-cfs-01.uel.ac.uk/uelinterns/graduates.htm
We have a series of presentations called ‘A day in the Life of….’ With different industry experts talking about their jobs. Please see the link below to view the schedule and sign up below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SX2H2F3
We are a team who are dedicated to making sure our students get the very best support to enter into the world of work or encouraged to start up their own sustainable business. We offer you –
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us on 0208 223 2424 or employ@uel.ac.uk
Trainee Engineer £23000 / year West London The Thames Tideway Tunnel is a major new sewer that will tackle the problem of overflows from the capital’s Victorian sewers and protect the River Thames from increasing pollution. Running approximately 25 kilometres long, the tunnel would broadly follow the route of the river from west to east, up to 67 metres below ground. We are now gearing up to submit our application for Development Consent to the Planning Inspectorate at the end of February. It is a diverse and energetic team where our trainee engineers play a key role in contributing to our project team’s success. We are looking for recent Engineering/Construction graduates, not currently working in the industry, to take part in a two year development programme. You will be a key member of a highly experienced team at Thames Tideway Tunnel undertaking 6 month placements in key areas of the project. We recognise each Trainee Engineer as an individual and provide the relevant training, development and support towards achieving chartered status. We are a diverse and energetic team and you will play a key role in contributing to our project team’s success. For more info Click Here
English Teacher in China £12 / hour Rest of World Full-time teaching positions at Chinese education institutions. Placements are made at primary, middle and high schools as well as universities. You will be expected to develop the students’ oral English, for older ages this will entail engaging them in discussion as well as developing interactive exercises for the students. For younger students you will be expected to formulate a variety of interesting teaching techniques, involving games and activities. For more info Click Here
Account Executive £25000 / year South-East England As an Account Executive you will be performing an account handling role, including business development and provide support to operational and account / project team leaders, manage timelines and budgets, liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to manage and deliver projects with the support of the account team. For more info Click Here
Client Services Representative £20000 / year London: All Company Background Moreover Technologies is an established Internet company that specializes in online news and social media aggregation, and provides media monitoring and news indexing services to a diverse range of customers including global corporations and business intelligence companies. Since 1998 it has pioneered the way online business information is gathered and distributed through XML and RSS technologies, and is today working to expand on its position as a key player in the evolution of online publishing. The Role The Client Service Representative will provide world-class customer support and training to clients by phone, email, in person, and on the Web, and will assist the sales team with product trials and prospect inquiries. For more info Click Here
Sales & Marketing Gradaute Scheme 2013 £23000 / year North-East England Business: Noble Foods is the biggest integrated egg business in Europe with a large share of the UK retail shell egg market. It has five divisions, and the shell division is the biggest, incorporating both the egg production (farms) and packing; the other divisions are Milling, Egg Products, Poultry and Desserts. Noble Foods produces award winning products for the leading UK retailers with brands including Happy Eggs and Gü puddings to name but a few. The business is seeking to recruit fresh talent in the form of a Sales & Marketing Management trainee to join the Shell Egg Packing team based in North Scarle, Lincolnshire. The largest Free Range packing centre in the world, operating 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Originally built in 1974, the site grades 3 million eggs every day and over 20 million a week. The Lincolnshire centre also acts as the ‘Consolidation Hub’ for the division handling over 32 million eggs a week. Duration: 2 years Start Date: Summer 2013 Location: North Scarle, Lincolnshire LN6 9HA. For more info Click Here
Finance Management Graduate Scheme 2013 £25500 / year UK: All This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate to become CIMA qualified whilst completing a three year Finance Graduate Scheme commencing September 2013 working for a fast paced chilled food manufacturer. Bakkavor is a global company manufacturing a range of short shelf life products for the major retailers. You will undoubtedly purchase and eat their products every day without realising it; products include Pizza, Ready Meals, Soups, Sauces, Desserts, Prepared Salads and Fruit. It has over 50 factories around the world with locations including Lincolnshire, London, China, South Africa, Spain and America to name but a few. Its vision is to be recognised and respected as the world’s leading fresh prepared foods and produce provider. Duration: 3 years – commencing Summer 2013 Training: Fully funded professional CIMA training through our training partner (FTC Kaplan) Core skills training including leadership and management skills. On the job coaching and mentoring. Location: Placements could be at any of our sites in the UK. Locational flexibility is a must. For more info Click Here
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