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In this episode, Liz interviews Lilian, an AI expert with a background in language technologies and cognitive neuroscience. Lilian discusses her work at Vodafone, where she leads a team optimizing language technologies and transforming customer interactions. She shares insights on the importance of innovation, ethical AI, and the challenges of staying ahead in the competitive tech landscape. The conversation also delves into Lilian's advocacy for women in tech, her initiatives such as Greek Girls Code, and strategies for fostering diversity and inclusion in technology. Moreover, Lilian offers career advice for tech professionals at different stages, emphasizing lifelong learning, adaptability, and building a strong support network.
Key points:
[02:12] - Current Projects and Challenges
[03:12] - Advocacy and Professional Activities
[04:16] - Career Journey and Setbacks
[06:21] - Future Ambitions and Industry Insights
[09:48] - Diversity in Technology
[17:49] - Skills for Success in Tech
[20:20] - Advice for Different Career Stages
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In this episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast's ninth season, our host Liz Wilkinson interviews Raj Kandathil, a data analyst originally from India now based in Berlin. Raj discusses his journey of balancing work at a ride-hailing company with pursuing a Master's degree in Data Science from the University of London. He shares insights on the importance of adapting to new skills in the tech industry, the impact of AI, and the significance of soft skills like persuasion and negotiation. Raj also reflects on his experiences working in diverse, multicultural environments and offers advice for both new and aspiring data scientists.
Key points:
[02:07] - Raj's Motivation and Challenges to pursue his studies
[03:07] - A Day in the Life: Work and Study Balance
[03:54] - Inside the Ride Hailing Industry
[05:39] - The Role of a Product Data Analyst
[08:11] - Soft Skills: Persuasion and Negotiation
[12:45] - Diversity in the Tech Workplace
[16:49] - The Impact of AI on Tech Careers
[24:33] - Advice for Aspiring Data Scientists
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In this episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast, our host Liz Wilkinson interviews Nina Graham, founder and director of a specialist consultancy firm. Nina shares her career journey from working in education to leading tech projects in the government sector and currently advising on technology maximization in higher education. She discusses the varied nature of consultancy work, challenges and opportunities for women in tech, and the evolving landscape of the technology industry. Nina emphasizes the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and the need for diverse perspectives in the industry.
Key points:
[02:16] - The Role of a Specialist Consultant
[03:29] - Challenges and Rewards in Technology
[04:49] - Nina's Unconventional Career Path
[07:56] - Future of the Technology Industry
[11:38] - Diversity in Tech: Challenges and Opportunities
[13:47] - Advice for Women in Tech
[15:08] - Skills for Thriving in Tech
[17:14] - Career Advice for Different Stages
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In the first episode of the ninth season of the Global Careers Calls podcast, Liz Wilkinson interviews Praveen Kolluguri, an EE mobile propositions manager and a passionate advocate of neurodiversity and human rights. Pravin retraces his career journey from India to the UK, his role in product marketing and his dedication to making workplaces more inclusive. He offers practical advice for neurodivergent individuals entering the tech industry, emphasizing the importance of resilience, adaptability, and leveraging transferable skills. He also illustrates the evolving technology market, disruptive trends, and the importance of accessibility in product design.
Key points:
[02:17] - Praveen's Role and Challenges at EE
[03:06] - Neurodiversity and Advocacy Work
[04:20] - Career Journey and Insights
[07:08] - Communication Skills and Customer Insights
[09:37] - Future of the Technology Market
[13:11] - Challenges to Diversity in Tech
[22:00] - Advice for Neurodivergent Individuals
[26:20] - Final Advice for Career Starters, Developers, and Changers
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This week Sophie Odgers-Roe interviewed Osama Malik, an attorney and political commentator based in Islamabad in Pakistan. Osama will explain us how hybrid working is permeating the law field notwithstanding the importance of face-to-face contact in certain areas of law. Osama will also share the latest trends in the legal landscape with the appearance of new phenomena such as the legalization of cannabis, blockchain and cryptocurrency.
Key points:
00:03 Introducing Osama Malik: A Diverse Legal Career
02:20 The Impact of Remote Working in Law
03:48 Pros and Cons of Remote and Hybrid Working
05:36 Remote Working's Influence on Career Starters
06:54 The Future of Law Firms: Hybrid and Remote Work
08:24 Adaptability and Resilience in Law
10:16 Advice for Aspiring Lawyers in the UAE
11:53 Emerging Legal Trends: Crypto, Blockchain, and More
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In this episode our Careers Consultant Sophie Odgers-Roe interviews Alex McGill, a private client legal executive from the UK.
Alex illustrates us various aspects of the legal roles in the UK, including the differences between paralegals, legal executives, and solicitors, the training routes available, the implications of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), the growth of emerging roles in legal tech, and the importance of collaboration in the legal profession.
Key points:
01:16 - Exploring Emerging Roles in Law
02:00 - Exploring Legal Roles: Paralegals, Legal Executives, and Solicitors
03:23 - The Journey and Challenges of Becoming a Legal Executive
05:50 - The Impact of the SQE on Legal Qualifications
08:33 - The Accessibility and Awareness of the Legal Executive Pathway
10:37 - Embracing Technology and Innovation in Legal Roles
12:54 - The Importance of Collaboration in Legal Work
16:07- Advice for Aspiring Legal Executives
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In today’s episode Sophie will interview Tina Fernandez, a Technology lawyer based in London. She will retrace her career journey into the legal field from her first LLB with the University of London as a remote student in Malaysia to the launch of her own firm as Orbital Law, a legal consultancy specialised in information technology law, data privacy and cyber security. Tina will also describe us the new threat to cyber security and data privacy and how an understanding of the commercial side of the business has given her a unique insight (such as scamming emails, the introduction of artificial intelligence, remote working).
Key points:
[01:08] - Meet Tina Fernandes: A Journey from Malaysia to Cybersecurity Law
[02:49] - The Genesis of Orbital Law: Specializing in IT Law and Cybersecurity
[03:30] - Empowering SMEs with Legal Expertise in Technology
[06:09] - Navigating Compliance and Data Privacy in Tech Law
[08:09] - Exploring the Frontiers of Cybersecurity Trends
[13:53] - The British Airways Hack: A Case Study in Cybersecurity Breach
[15:49] - Commercial Awareness and the Future of Legal Practice
[23:22] - The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Its Impact
[26:35] - Adaptability and Resilience: Skills for the Future Lawyer
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In this episode Sophie Odgers-Roe will be in conversation with Abhivardhan, a Technology Law specialist based in India. Our speaker will illustrate us the main concerns of AI globally in privacy and data protection, the use of AI judges in certain countries judicial system and the overall impact of technology in the legal profession.
Key points:
[00:55] Introduction of Abhirvardhan
[02:14] Abhivardhan's background and Journey into Technology Law
[04:05] Privacy, Consent, and AI in the Legal Sector
[06:53] AI Judges and the Future of Judicial Systems
[09:50] The Evolution of Legal Tech and AI in the Chinese Law
[13:21] Digital Skills for the Modern Lawyer
[18:14] Emerging Roles and Opportunities in Legal Tech
[21:57] Progress in your Career in Legal Tech and AI
[26:41] Final Thoughts
Resources mentioned in the podcast:
TipsyTom - AI powered legal assistant that prepares first drafts of legal documentsArtificial Intelligence Ethics and International Law - Book written by AbhivardhanThe Need to Reinvent India’s Regulatory Capacity & Intelligence for Artificial Intelligence - article of Abhivardhan featured in the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry JournalHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week we are looking at a very unique career change with our speaker Zoe Bowers. Zoe is the founder of Bowers English Communication, an English school based in Basel, Switzerland where she lives. Zoe will tell us how she reinvented herself as an English teacher. She will share with us the joys and difficulties of being a teacher, how she bridges cultural differences and how decisive setbacks in her career path happened to become incredible opportunities of growth and change.
Key points:
[01:46] – Zoe Bowers presentation
[02:22]- Working and cultural environment in Basel, Switzerland
[03:10] - How do you adapt to such a variety of students of different nationalities?
[04:11] – How have you shifted to your current role as English teacher and specialist?
[07:19] – Why did you embark on a BA in English literature despite working in finance at that time?
[09:02] – Which skills you gained from studying this degree course?
[09:58] – The value of the Humanities
[12:40]- Zoe’s experience working in many international context around the world
[14:46] – How did you adapt to the demanding and hight pressure working culture of USA?
[17:16] – Advice for balancing work, life and study time
[19:10] – How did you start to think about changing career from finance to teaching?
[22:11] – What are the fundamental skills to work in the teaching sector?
[26:58] – What is the most surprising and unexpected aspect of the teaching profession?
[30:35] – Did you have a career plan Zoe?
[33:14] – Have you faced any setbacks in your career?
[38:19] – The importance of remembering personal achievements and success
[41:30] - How the technologies and digital software are changing the language learning field ?
[44:07] – Advice for students considering a career as language teacher
[46:38] – Growth in demand of linguistic services (language softening, proofreading, translation ect.)
[50:38] – Advice for professionals in different stages of their career ( careers starters, developers and changers)?
[53:02] – Zoe is a UoL Alumni ambassador. What kind of support do you provide to students as such?
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In this episode, our host Edwin Marr interviews Alex Burke, Senior Programme Administrator for the Divinity degree course at the University of London. Prior to working at the University, Alex had a long career across Secondary Education starting as a teacher and then progressing as headteacher and Head of Department. He retraces his career through the challenges and joys of the teaching profession sharing with us valuable tips on the importance of human connection, teamwork and networking.
Key points:
[01:57] – Alex Burke presentation and overview of it professional journey
[12:51] – Alex current role as Senior Programme Administrator for the BA Divinity Programme (UoL)
[16:11] – Which skills do you think that Humanistic studies provide with?
[20:36] – What are your views on the future of the Humanities?
[23:33] - How the rise of AI will influence Humanities
[26:08] – Any advice on how to handle this period of rapid change and transformation?
[28:18] – Advice for careers changers
[31:52] – What advice do you have for somebody approaching a management position for the first time?
[36:36]- Did you have a career plan?
[40:52] – The importance of human relationship and human connection
[44:04] – Do you have any advice for somebody that is navigating the different careers stages of his professional journey?
Websites mentioned:
https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/
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The focus of this episode is on Humanities applied to the Technology sector with our guest, Carlo di Celico. Carlo based in New England, in US, will illustrate us how he is using his BA studies in Philosophy with the University of London to inform his job in developing AI technologies. He will retrace his career from his early steps as computer repair technician until his current job position as AI Project Leader. And, finally, he will share with us his predictions on the future of AI and describe us the transdisciplinary nature of his job crossing the borders of technology, philosophy and ethics
Key points:
[02:01] – Carlo di Celico presentation
[02:44] – How did you find your current job?
[03:54] – How did you started your career in the tech sector? And how do your values align with your work?
[06:20] – How does the BA in Philosophy in which you are enrolled fit in your career in Tech?
[07:41] – What will be the impact of AI in the future of work?
[11:24] – Do you think that a multidisciplinary skillset will be an advantage in the tech future of work?
[15:02] – The effect of bringing the Humanities into STEM and AI
[18:33] – Any advice for Humanities student that want to move into the Tech sector?
[20:23] – Carlo’s predictions on the changes and transformations in the Tech sector in the next years
[23:58] – What people underestimate about my job as AI Project Leader
[25:53] – Which advice would you give to somebody undecided about weather to work for a start-up or a big company?
[27:30] – Essential skillset for a tech consultant?
[28:51] – Any advice for professionals in the American labour market?
[29:57] – Is the stereotype on American working long hours true?
[32:16] – How can students prepare to this rapidly changing job market?
[34:16] – Amongst the vast quantity of online learning options and information available online, how can a student orient himself?
[37:32] – Did you have a career plan?
[40:45] – Any advice for someone that is navigating its career journey?
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In this episode Edwin will interview Sara Pink, a Heritage Consultant who recently moved to Saudi Arabia to work for an energy firm. Sara, originally from London, had a long careers in Information Management working in different parts of the globe: England, Malaysia, India, Afghanistan and Qatar. Thanks to her extensive career she built a vast knowledge in archive and library management. With her, we will discover the recruitment process in the Middle East, the working culture in her new hosting country, the new trends and opportunities in the Arts and Heritage sector and the importance of networking and human connection in this sector.
Key points:
[02:05] – Sara’s current job in Saudi Arabia
[03:07] – How did you found all the jobs position you held abroad?
[04:10] – Tell us about your typical working day
[06:41] – The modernization and progress of the Middle East
[09:48] – Advice for people interested in moving in the Middle East
[13:04] – Any advice for applicant that are going through the long recruitment process in the Middle East?
[18:43] – Any advice for building your professional network?
[22:09] – How to approach a professional on LinkedIn?
[23:32] – Advice for people trying to break into the heritage sector
[31:44] - How will the Humanities sector evolve in the future?
[37:34] – Did you have a career plan? How your career unfolded?
[46:09] – How did you manage setbacks in your career?
[50:03] - How partnership helped Sarah get funding for Heritage projects
[53:13] – Advice for Careers starters, Careers developers and Careers Changers in the Heritage sector
Recommendations mentioned in this episode:
CB resourcing a recruitment service specialising in industries across the information sector – this includes positions in knowledge management, information, research, analysis, data science, libraries, as well as related technology positions.CILIP – Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in the UKHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Our Senior Careers Consultant Liz Wilkinson will interview Gemma Lavin, director of Digital Experience at Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South, a multi-academy secondary school trust, where she heads digital innovation. Gemma will describe us her passion for technology and her mission to use technology to streamline processes and enhance access to information. She will also explain us how the UoL MBA is helping her expanding her professional horizons and which skills have been fundamental during her work path.
Key points:
[01:31] – Presentation of Gemma Lavin
[02:19] – A typical working day in Gemma’s life
[04:42] – Gemma’s career journey
[06:50] – How does studying an MBA fit in your career?
[08:02] – How do you manage your work- life balance?
[09:18] – Overcoming setbacks
[11:05] – Is there any example of commercial awareness that you are following at the moment?
[12:27] – What approach is the ideal to thrive in an AI powered environment?
[13:22] – Looking the future of work, which is the skillset of the worker of tomorrow?
[15:13] – What advice would you give to a younger version of yourself?
[16:57] – Advice for career changers
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This week Liz Wilkinson interviewed Henner Schliebs, a German Marketing Executive working for a Tech company in Texas. Henner will explore the skills needed as head of a big company, the impact of generative AI not only in the Technology domain but in the overall future of work and what is the day-to-day working life as a Marketing & Sales Executive.
Key points:
[01:26] - A typical week in his work life
[03:32] – An example of an exciting recent project
[04:39] – In leading such a project, which skills do you need to apply
[09:34]- Impact of generative AI
[14:55] – Advice for whoever is making a move in the job market
[21:19] – In this automation-dominated area, what skills are the most valuable
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Join Liz Wilkinson, a Senior Careers Consultant at the University of London Careers Service, as she discusses with Sebastian Ramirez, a current student enrolled in BSc Computer Science at UoL. Sebastian will share his motivation to pursue a degree in Computer Science with specialism in AI and Machine Learning, his decision of opting for a remote course and his recipe to balance work, life and online learning effectively. He will also describe the tech sector in Latin America and give his suggestions as a student stepping into this ever-changing field.
Key points:
[01:18] – Presentation of Sebastian Ramirez
[01:43] – Sebastian experience as a BSc Computer Science student (UoL) and his motivation to study this discipline
[02:42] - Which have been the best aspects of the BSC Computer Science course
[03:33] – Which soft skills did you acquire thanks to the course
[05:04] – Google student Developer Club overview
[06:44] – A typical study day
[08:18] – Sebastian recipe for a healthy study/life balance when studying remotely
[09:50] – Sebastian’s careers ambitions
[11:19] – Areas of particular interest in IT
[12:10] – Where do you aspire to work in the Latin American context
[17:56] – Challenges and opportunities of working in Technology in Latin America
[20:16] – How to navigate the computer science market as a careers starter
[20:15] – Skills useful in this market
Relevant links:
Google Developer Student Club @ UoL - YouTube
Developer Student Club @ UoL at Google Developer Student Clubs University of London (community.dev)
Google Developer Student Clubs | Google for Developers ( presentation from Google website)
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In the first episode of the Global Careers Calls podcast, our host Liz Wilkinson, senior Careers Consultant at UoL Careers Service, will interview an Italian anchor journalist working for RAI, the italian national television, as well as University of London alumni in MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Fabio De Ponte. Fabio will tell us how AI is changing journalism and enabling professionals to spend more time on the ground, how the remote nature of his degree gave him the possibility to conjugate work and family commitments to a full-time study course and which skills and competencies will be vital for the journalist of tomorrow.
Key points:
[01:33] – Presentation of Fabio De Ponte
[01:59] – A typical day in Fabio’s job
[01:54] – Reasons why he chose to study an MSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
[04:54] – How studying an MSc in Data Science will help you pivot your career
[08:29] – Forecast of automation in journalism
[11:17] – What skills and qualities the journalist of tomorrow need?
[13:47] – How did you balance your work-life and study schedule?
[20:22] - Advice for Careers Changers
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For the final episode of this season revolving around management and leadership across different sectors and countries, Rae Roberts interviews Elizabeth Carriere, former Governor of Montserrat, diplomat and senior director of international development programmes in different roles, both governmental and humanitarian.
In this interview, Elizabeth gives a compelling insight into his professional journey that brought her to work in a multitude of positions from social development advisor to governor of a British overseas territory serving in challenging areas devastated by coups and civil wars. Elizabeth will share the challenges and gratifications she experiences during her professional path, the skillset that were fundamental to hold such high-responsibility roles and she will outline the differences between her leadership roles at a governmental and non-governmental level.
Key points:
[01:20] - Introduction of Elizabeth Carriere
[02:42] - An overview of the leadership roles Elizabeth had during her professional journey across the globe
[08:32] - Elizabeth experience studying and working at the same time
[09:42] - What does having senior and governmental leadership role entail?
[11:31] - The role of governor of a British oversees territory
[13:58] - Elizabeth experience in an international NGO and the differences from working for the government.
[18:06] - How do you manage the high level of responsibility and pressure coming from such a senior and managerial role?
[21:55] - What leadership entails in a governmental context?
[28:22] - The importance of taking care of your own wellbeing when holding such a challenging position
Terminology:
OBE: Order of the British Empire
An award that is granted for having a major local role in any activity, including people whose work has made them known nationally in a specific area.
DPID : Department for International Development.
A Department operating under the British government that was responsible for administering foreign aid from 1997 to 2020.
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Join Rae Roberts as she explores the careers of Juan Trelles, a Uruguayan student in Data Science and Business Analytics at the University of London. Juan is an accomplished Project Management Director with years of experience in supply chain logistics. In this interview he will describe his unusual professional and academic trajectory, starting his studies after several years spent working and how this enabled him to acquire a deeper understanding on his professional ambition. He will also share with us his journey to become a leader and the challenges he encountered along the way.
Key points:
[01:18] - Juan Trelles introduction
[01:59] - Juan Trelles studies and academic journey
[06:29] - Juan Trelles professional journey
[14:50] - How did you come to the point to become a leader?
[18:20] - The challenges Juan encountered during his career
[25:37] - Do you aspire to work in a place driven by ethics?
Connect with Juan on LinkedIn here: Juan Manuel Trelles
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This week we are looking at Environmental Protection with one of our current student in MSc Global Environment and Sustainability, Ranita Koroma. Ranita is a Sierra Leonean Consultant and researcher in a variety of Environmental subjects such as Blue Economy, Sustainable Development; Marine Governance and Conservation; Climate Change and Biodiversity, Waste Management and Flooding.
In this conversation she will talk about her role and experience in the NGO scene in Sierra Leone, her strategies to build a network both at a local and governmental level and how she faced challenges in such an under-financed sector.
Key points:
[02:01] - How studying with students from all over the world thanks to a UoL degree has influenced your learning experience?
[04:26] - Ranita Koroma educational background and a description of her current projects
[06:48] - Could you tell us a bit more about your current project and how would you like it to be used?
[08:10] - What is your strategy in having meaningful conversation with a variety of stakeholders: decision-makers and the local community?
[14:41] - Have you ever encountered any challenging stakeholders or obstacles when building these relationships?
[17:03] - How did you start to build your network in the NGO and environmental protection scene in Sierra Leone?
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This episode of the Global Careers Calls is all about leadership and management. Rae Roberts will interview Holger Barth, a current student at the University of London that is pursuing a MSc in Project Management and with him she will analyse his path towards becoming a manager and then a leader. Holger will share some personal anecdotes about his experience as head of the Research and Development Unit of a Technology company in an SME in Germany and help us understand how to cultivate these skillsets.
Key points:
[01:10] - Holger Barth introduction
[09:38] - Can you describe us your personal path to become a manager and a leader?
[12:42] - What are the hot topics in the future of work in the technological sector?
[14:10] - What is the value of pursuing a career in an SME?
[17:41] - Tell us about your first working experiences when you had to take more responsibility?
[19:17] - Can you articulate how did you use your management and leadership skills during your career?
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