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- how to get job in uk from usa?
- Here are the steps you can follow:
- 1. Understand Visa Requirements
- Skilled Worker Visa: This is non-Subjective Employment Permitted Economic Activity visa, and it is the most widely used working visa for those wishing to work in the UK but are not from EU/EEA member countries. You need a confirmed job either from a UK employer with a license to sponsor you or otherwise through the Home Office.
- Global Talent Visa: The talent visa can be applicable if one is a highly skilled person in any area including science, arts or technology.
- Youth Mobility Scheme Visa: For the youth aged 18-30 from such countries as the USA this helps them to work and live in the UK for up to two years.
- Temporary Worker Visa: Outside of companies, for internships or temporary jobs, but not for regular, full-time and/or permanent positions.
- Certainly, you can only start the process of making an application at the consulate after getting an offer of employment from an employer in the United Kingdom.
- 2. Research the Job Market
- Identify In-Demand Industries: This has been evidenced by some parts of the UK, cut across a number of areas, including health care, engineering, information technology, finance and education amongst others. Visit this link to see where your skills are needed according to the UK government’s list of shortage occupations.
- Explore Job Listings: Some of the job sites which can be used include:
- Indeed UK
- Glassdoor UK
- Reed.co.uk
- Monster UK
- Totaljobs
- JobServe
- Company Websites: Interested candidates should visit the websites of the UK companies directly for the vacancies and to apply.
- 3. Re: Tips for Perfect CV/Resume and Cover Letter
- Use UK Formats: There are certain sections such as age, marital status and photo which are usually suppressed in the UK CVs. Get ready, and this means that you should highlight your strengths and accomplishments.
- Customise for Each Job: Your CV and cover letter should be adjusted for each position you apply for to make sure you emphasize the essential qualities for the position being applied for.
- 4. Network
- LinkedIn: Register with LinkedIn and start linking with the professionals and recruiters from UK; Search for the groups relevant to your course or jobs and get information tips from the experts.
- UK Job Fairs and Webinars: Go seek for job vacancies at these fairs and other similar companies’ social functions either online or physically.
- Reach Out to Recruiters: All recruitment agencies for international candidates focus on helping candidates find jobs in the UK. Some of the good agencies are Hays, Michael Page and Reed.
- 5. Prepare for Remote Interviews
- Time Zone Awareness: Do bear in mind the time differences in those clocks which can be particularly confusing during a series of interviews . Normally, the UK is 5 hours ahead of the USA – Eastern Time.
- Video Interviews: Again, all first interviews will be conducted online. Check the video-audio related equipment are in working order and select a location free from noise.
- Cultural Understanding: To assist you to freely move around the UK workplace, learn more about UK workplace and especially the means of communication in the country as compare to the USA.
6. Apply for Jobs
Start Early: Employment councils at certain companies can take longer to process applications of those non-citizens from the EU, so one should apply as early as possible.
Be Persistent: If you do not receive an almost instant response, simply submit your resume to many other job listings. You need to follow up your applications after 1-2 weeks.
7. Secure a Job Offer
After getting a job in the country, the employer will usually provide advice as to how to apply for a visa. For you to qualify for the Skilled Worker Visa or other options they will have to provide you with the Certificate of Sponsorship.
That is, if you receive an offer for employment in the skills shortage area, the visa process will be faster.
8. Plan Your Move
As soon as you get a visa, consider housing, medical insurance you might have to pay for the healthcare surcharge, which is included in the visa, and transportation.
Get UK Bank Account: Pay some bills with books and open a bank account in the UK where you will manage your financial needs before coming.
Additional Tips:
Salary and Living Costs: Remember London and other cities in the UK are relatively expensive to live in. He informed me that some of the salaries you may think are lower than US salaries but that’s because of the cost of living.
Professional Qualifications: If your business depends on certain educational standards (for example, occupations in teaching profession or health-care) make sure you meet the relevant standards in UK.
Conclusion
Getting a job in the United kingdom and working from the United States involves a great deal of searching for a job, submitting different application and Visa. Of course, it is vital to learn about the visas types and the industries that are in most demand. There is truth in saying that networking and doggedness in an application…will get you a job, indeed.
