Career Transitions London

Career Accelerator

Your degree got you this far. Now it’s time to turn your potential into professional momentum. Breaking into the job market can be difficult. You may have the qualifications, but still find yourself wondering: \- Why isn’t my CV getting results? \- How do I stand out without years of experience? \- How do I build confidence when networking? \- What are employers actually looking for? \- And how do I prove what I can do before someone gives me the opportunity? CAP Summit is designed to help you start answering those questions. Join us for an interactive, career-focused event built for graduates, early-career professionals, and ambitious job seekers who want practical guidance, stronger professional confidence, and a clearer route into the career they want. ## What to expect This isn’t an event where you sit and listen. You’ll take part in practical activities designed around situations you’re likely to face in the real world — from introducing yourself confidently and joining conversations to understanding how to position yourself more effectively in today’s job market. You’ll explore: • Networking & Confidence — Learn how to approach people, join conversations naturally and make a stronger first impression. • Career Positioning — Understand how your CV, LinkedIn presence and professional identity influence how employers see you. • The Experience Problem — Discover ways to move beyond “I need experience to get experience” and start building evidence of what you can actually do. • What Employers Look For — Explore the professional behaviours and competencies that help people get hired and succeed once they enter the workplace. • Practical Career Direction — Leave with a clearer understanding of the areas you need to strengthen and the next steps you can take. ## Discover the Career Accelerator Programme You’ll also be introduced to CAP — the Career Accelerator Programme, a structured 12-week programme designed for people who are serious about building a career, not simply finding their next job. CAP combines professional development with experience inside a live business. Participants work on real projects, receive weekly one-to-one feedback and develop across seven professional competencies. The goal is simple: give you the skills, experience and evidence to compete for the career you actually want. ## Who should attend? CAP Summit is particularly relevant if you’re a: 🎓 Graduate trying to break into the professional job market 💼 Job seeker struggling to stand out 🚀 Early-career professional looking to accelerate your development 📈 Ambitious individual who wants practical experience rather than another certificate If you’ve worked hard to get where you are but still feel stuck, overlooked or unsure what your next move should be, this event is for you. ## Come ready to participate. Meet people. Practice. Ask questions. Challenge yourself. And leave with a clearer idea of what it takes to move from qualified on paper to credible in the workplace. Places are limited; reserve your place at CAP Summit today.

Figuring It Out Together — Coffee, Conversations & New Beginnings.

Not working right now? Thinking about changing careers? Want to start something of your own? Or just feeling a little stuck and wondering… **what next?** Come join us for the very first **Figuring It Out Together** meetup. This is NOT a formal networking event. No presentations, no name badges, no awkward pitches and definitely no need to have your life figured out. 😄 Just grab a coffee, meet some new people and have honest conversations about where we are, what we’re thinking about doing next, and maybe help each other find a little motivation along the way. Whether you're job hunting, taking a break, thinking about quitting, exploring a business idea, considering a completely different career or just looking to get out of the house and meet people in a similar phase of life — you're welcome. We'll keep the first meetup simple: ☕ Grab a coffee 👋 Meet everyone 💭 Talk about where we are and what we might want to do next 💡 Share ideas, experiences and opportunities 🤝 Hopefully leave knowing a few new people There’s no expectation to arrive with a plan. **Come as you are. We’ll figure out the rest together.** P.S. I’m figuring it out too — so this is as much my first step as it might be yours!

WCC Anniversary: Celebrating Success

**🎉 One more year. 8,000+ members. One evening to celebrate it, with PERi-PERi** Women Coding Community turns another year older, and we're marking it with Nando's. Come hear members share real wins, meet the people behind the community, and leave with a new mentor, collaborator or friend. **⚠️You must complete this [form](https://forms.gle/pZDDvcmHoLjhYPa38) to register!** **🚨 How to Join** 📅 18:00–21:30 (In-Person) 📍 Nando’s Putney Kitchen, 4 Stamford Square, Putney SW15 2BF 🎟️ Registration form required to attend: https://forms.gle/pZDDvcmHoLjhYPa38 **Event Agenda:** * 18:00 Doors open * 18:30 Finger food & drinks * 19:00 Opening & community announcements [Irina Kamalova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-kamalova/), VP Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase [Rajani Rao](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajaniraog/), Partner Technologist, Agentic Engineering at AVEVA [Urmila Mathew,](https://www.linkedin.com/in/urmila-mathew/) Software Engineer at Nando’s * 19:20 Lightning Talks [Ollie Eilon](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ollie-eilon/), Software Engineer at Nando’s [Sowmiya Ravikumar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sowmiya-ravikumar/), Software Developer at Nucsoft [Nonna Shakhova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nonna-shakhova/), Senior Analytics Engineer at TrustedHousesitters [Samuela Smolorz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuela-smolorz), Software Engineer at Nando’s * 20:00-21:00 Raffle from WCC and networking **👩🏽‍💻Women Coding Community** We are committed to empowering women in their tech careers through education, mentorship, community building, and career services. We run workshops and events, connect members with industry mentors, and champion more inclusive industry practices. [Website](https://www.womencodingcommunity.com/) · [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/womencodingcommunity/) · [Slack](https://womencodingcommunity.slack.com/) 📜 **Code of Conduct At Women Coding Community** We are committed to a vibrant, supportive community. All attendees are expected to follow our [Code of Conduct](https://womencodingcommunity.com/code-of-conduct) **📍 Spots are limited -** RSVP now and complete the registration form to secure your place! **A few things to note before you fill in the form:** * Let us know your dietary requirements (vegetarian / meat / allergies) * Let us know which community you're coming from * Confirm your photo consent - we'd love to capture the memories! 📸 * **[Now fill the Registration form here](https://forms.gle/pZDDvcmHoLjhYPa38)**

The one pitfall every transformation needs to avoid

I’ve worked on several large-scale agile transformations, and one theme has consistently stood out: lasting change depends on leadership being part of the transformation, not simply supporting it from the sidelines. Leadership endorsement matters, but sustainable change comes when leaders understand, role-model and reinforce the new ways of working themselves. Their behaviours, decisions and the environment they create can either accelerate progress or unintentionally pull an organisation back towards old habits. **In this talk:** * I’ll share real stories from large-scale transformations where teams demonstrated measurable improvements, and explore how leadership behaviours influenced whether those improvements were able to grow and endure. * I’ll share examples of significant successes, supported by data, and what helped create the conditions for those results as well as what happened when those conditions later changed. * I’ll explore why leadership development is such an important part of organisational change, and how bringing leaders into the learning journey early can help new ways of working become embedded and sustainable. Ultimately, transformation is not something leaders sponsor for others to do. Leadership behaviour is part of the system — and can make or break the conditions for lasting improvement.

FREE English lessons happening today at 1.50pm in Central London

Free English lessons in London taught by our trainee teachers! **[Register Here](https://www.dcteachertraining.com/london-free-english-lessons)** Location: St Giles London Central, 154 Southampton Row, WC1B 5JX (Nearest Tube: Russell Square) Levels available each day: A2 / Pre-intermediate B2 / Upper Intermediate All lessons 13:50 - 16:00 (Lessons for adults only - 18 years+) We can't wait to welcome you to the English lessons!

Women on the RISE - Networking Evening

Join us to network and grab a drink or a meal. We will have a space dedicated for our group. Looking forward to seeing you! This months topic is Top AI hacks for productivity

Face to Face: Speed Networking & Profesh Headshots

Networking usually means standing in a corner clutching a drink, hoping someone talks to you. This isn't that. Face to Face is a FREE event, an evening for women to actually meet each other. We run it speed-networking style: a few short, friendly rounds so you get proper one-on-one time with everyone in the room, not just the person you arrived with. No pressure, no performing, just good conversations with women who get it. And because a good photo shouldn't cost a fortune, we have photographer Morgyn Goff who will be set up on the night taking headshots for £5. One shot is yours to keep and will be emailed to you in the following week for that amount, and you can buy more if you want or stick to what you have. Consider it the nudge you needed to finally sort out that LinkedIn photo. Thanks Morgyn for this incredible offer!! We are trying to boost women-led businesses at each event so if you have a business please come along so we can add you to our index of women champions. Spaces are limited (it's speed networking, after all), so grab yours below. Come as you are. We can't wait to meet you. At WILL (Women in Leadership & Leverage), we're building a community where women can grow their careers on their own terms, in a space of their own.

Amplify Her Presents Monthly Co-Working Sessions

We’re excited to launch Amplify Her Monthly Co\-Working Sessions in collaboration with The Ministry \| Workspace & Members’ Club\. After high demand, we’re so excited to announce the launch of our **Amplify Her Monthly Co-Working Sessions**, in collaboration with **The Ministry\, Borough \| Workspace & Members’ Club**. These monthly co-working days are designed to give our community a dedicated space to **connect, create, and get things done**. Each session brings Amplify Her members together in an inspiring environment to co-work side by side, share ideas, collaborate on projects, and support one another’s growth within the music industry. Whether you’re writing, planning, producing, marketing, or simply need focused time around like-minded creatives, these sessions offer the perfect balance of **productivity, accountability, and community**. **[Make sure to grab your ticket on our website, so that you receive a QR code to use upon arrival.](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/event-details/networking-co-working-2026-10-19-10-00)** **Want to join?** **All In Pass** The **All-In Pass** offers full access to everything Amplify Her provides, plus personalised mentorship support. This is our most comprehensive membership option and is designed for artists and music professionals ready to fully invest in their growth. All-In Pass includes: * Access to industry events * Entry to workshops * Attendance at live music events * Full access to music industry courses * Monthly co-working sessions in collaboration with The Ministry, Borough * Access to industry opportunities, including: * Sync placement opportunities * Gig opportunities * Songwriting camps * Other professional development opportunities * 3 hours of one-to-one mentorship, offering personalised guidance, strategy, and industry insight * Access to the Amplify Her community network for collaboration and support **Amplify Her Pass** The Amplify Her Pass is perfect for those looking to stay connected, informed, and actively involved in the music industry while being part of a supportive community. Amplify Her Pass includes: * Access to industry events * Entry to workshops * Attendance at live music events * Full access to music industry courses * Monthly co-working sessions in collaboration with The Ministry, Borough * Access to industry opportunities, including: * Sync placement opportunities * Gig opportunities * Songwriting camps * Other professional development opportunities * 3 hours of one-to-one mentorship, offering personalised guidance, strategy, and industry insight * Access to the Amplify Her community network for collaboration and support At Amplify Her, we welcome everyone at every stage of their journey — whether you’re just starting out, finding your voice, or building a sustainable career in the music industry. Our mission is to create inclusive, supportive spaces where women and gender-marginalised creatives feel empowered, connected, and equipped with real opportunities to grow. Through community, education, collaboration, and access to industry pathways, Amplify Her exists to ensure no one has to navigate the music industry alone. Wherever you are on your journey, there is space for you here. **Follow us here:** [https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/](https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/ "https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/") [https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/ "https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/") [https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/")

London Employers — Connect with Qualified International Professionals

*Tired of sifting through hundreds of CVs and still struggling to find the right person? Cut out slow hiring cycles, skip endless screening, and meet top talent directly.* **What the event is** Speed NetworkNow helps employers meet qualified professionals face to face, without weeks of screening. We built this focused recruitment and speed-networking event specifically for founders, hiring managers, and internal recruiters filling open roles in London. Skip the job boards and hire face to face. **👥 Who should attend** Driven professionals who want their next career step in London. You will connect with ready-to-hire candidates who bring strong skills across tech, marketing, operations, and sales. These ambitious job seekers offer immediate availability and fresh perspectives to grow your business. **🎟️ Your ticket includes** * 60 minutes of structured, timed one-to-one conversations with candidates * Snacks & drinks included during the break * Open follow-up time to agree next steps on the spot **Why attend** * Meet candidates directly: Talk with real people and spot stand-out talent in minutes. * Access top talent: Connect with skilled professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds. * Hire faster: Assess skills, experience, and availability on the spot, then book follow-up interviews immediately. **📅 Agenda** 3:30–3:45 PM — Arrival & Registration: Check in, grab a drink, and settle in. 3:45–3:55 PM — Welcome: A quick introduction to how the speed-networking rounds work. 3:55–4:55 PM — Speed Networking: Short, timed one-to-one conversations. 4:55–5:05 PM — Snacks & Drinks Break 5:05–5:25 PM — Open Networking: Continue conversations and chat for longer over drinks and snacks. 5:25–5:30 PM — Close Spaces are limited to help maintain a good balance between employers and candidates. Bring your open vacancies, meet the people behind the CVs, and leave with candidates you actually want to hire. Book your place now.

After Work Drinks - 30s, 40s & beyond - Out of Office Adventures Together!

Our very first Out of Office Adventures Together meetup! Are you in your 30s or 40s or beyond.... and want to make the most of your time outside of the office. We’re starting small for relaxed after work drinks in Canary Wharf. No organised activities, no awkward icebreakers and definitely no networking pitches. Just a small group of people in their 30s, 40s and beyond getting together for a drink, a chat and hopefully meeting some people they’d actually like to see again. This is the beginning of the OOO community, so it’s also a chance to chat about the kinds of things we’d love to do next — from London socials to hikes and day trips. **Canary Wharf — The Parlour - booked for 6.30pm** Coming alone is absolutely encouraged. Grab a drink, meet some new people and help us kick off our first adventure. Great people. Great places. Great times.

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