How do I find out about networking events?

geek84

Hi Folks

Most of you would probably be aware that job seekers are always adviced to network and attend networking events in order to increase the chances of yourself getting the ideal job.

This may sound like a silly question to you, but how do you find out about networking events? Are there particular websites which may hold that kind of information?

Thanks

Sharon87

It depends, what industry are you looking in? For example I've seen networking events on a TV industry website and even attended one, but that's my industry.

I'd suggest looking at any industry specific websites. Or even just get out and about to classes, social events and meet people there, who may know of opportunities.

AP007

http://uk.search.yahoo.com/search;_ylt=AuqN4pPRSGN7g9Gt.QDEGcM4hJp4?p=job+networking+events&toggle=1&cop=mss&ei=UTF-8&fr=yfp-t-107

I have had some emails in the past from sites like Jobsite and Totaljobs where there have been recruitment fairs etc but do not have anything current as probably deleted the email.

Have a look online in a search and see if anything is in your area

Aryndeneth

Does your industry have a professional body e.g. CIPD for HR professionals? Such bodies often hold networking events.

Also, don't underestimate online networking. Look for people/groups in your sector on LinkedIn. http://uk.linkedin.com/

geek84

Hi Fokd

Thanks for your replies.

I'm trying to get my first job in accountancy so am looking to network in that field.

AP007

geek84 wrote: »

Hi Fokd

Thanks for your replies.

I'm trying to get my first job in accountancy so am looking to network in that field.

Practice or industry? No experience in accounts at all? Qualified?

geek84

Hi There

Thanks for your reply.

I am looking to work in industry with no accountancy experience except credit control !! I have almost completed my AAT qualification in accountancy.

kelr101

Have you tried looking at any of the Big 4 Sites? PwC, KPMG, Deloitte or Ernst & Young?

They often have seminars / network events (generally paid ones) but worth emailing and seeing if they have anything

http://www.pwc.co.uk/events/index.jhtml

or, alternatively look on the AAT site:

http://www.aat.org.uk/news


Hope this helps!

AP007

geek84 wrote: »

Hi There

Thanks for your reply.

I am looking to work in industry with no accountancy experience except credit control !! I have almost completed my AAT qualification in accountancy.

So you want to work for a practice or a job in commerce and industry?

AAT level 3?

geek84

Hello again

I've almost completed my level 4 and looking to work in industry.

The_ICT_Engineer

You could try the http://www.meetup.com site and see if there is a group in your area, covering your field.