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Question Time With IT Contractor Sam Akinola
After his question caused a stir on BBC's Question Time, VIQU's MD Matt Collingwood spoke with IT contractor Sam Akinola about how IR35 is impacting his business and the wider IT contracting community.
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16 Good Questions To Ask A Recruiter Before An Interview In 2024
Recruiters are a fountain of knowledge when it comes to interviews. Set yourself up for success by asking your recruiter these key questions.
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My Advice For Contractors In 2024
Are you an IT contractor? With 26+ years of experience working in IT contract recruitment, take a look at my advice for contractors wanting to improve their work opportunities in 2024.
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Becoming An IT Contractor: My Top Tips
Ready to jump into contracting? Becoming an IT contractor can be daunting, however, from higher earnings to greater flexibility, there are clearly good reasons why professionals are choosing contract work!
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What To Know Before Leaving A Permanent Job For A Contract
There is much to consider before leaving a permanent job for a contract role. From tax to CVs and interviews, it's easy to get overwhelmed. But don't worry - this blog covers the main differences for you to keep in mind.
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VIQU’s Grant Baker Wins ‘Best Contractor Recruiter’
I am thrilled to announce our Senior Account Manager, Grant Baker's award win at The Contracting Awards 2023 for 'Best Contractor Recruiter'!
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How To Write A Killer Tech CV
Knowing how to write a killer tech CV is key to finding your next great tech job. Get your technical CV noticed by the best in the industry by ensuring your application is clear, and readable, but still impressive by following my top tips.
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VIQU Shortlisted For 2 Contracting Awards
We are delighted to announce that VIQU has been shortlisted for two awards by the Contracting Awards 2023! We are in the running for 'Best Contractor Recruitment Agency' and our very own Grant Baker has been nominated for 'Best Contractor Recruiter'!
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Hunt For IT Jobs At Easter – Not Easter Eggs!
If you are considering a hunt for IT jobs at Easter - you will be pleased to hear that due to renewed budgets and lower competition, it is one of the best times to be looking. Use this time as an opportunity to find your next move!
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IR35 Changes: IT Contractors Not Out Of The Woods Yet
Last week, our Chancellor announced his intention to repeal the 2021 IR35 changes. This unprecendented move has led to many questions over how these changes to IR35 will impact contract workers, and how we should expect HMRC to respond.
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Infrastructure Engineer
London, United Kingdom
£450 - 550 per day + Inside IR35
Infrastructure Engineer - 3 months - Hybrid - London - Inside VIQU are currently working it a Legal customer that has an urgent requirement for an Infrastructure Engineer to join them on a 3-month contract basis. The...
Electrical Design Engineer
Birmingham, United Kingdom
£45k - 65k per year
Electrical Design Engineer – Birmingham – £45,000 to £65,000We have partnered with an organisation who specialises in building services for a variety of industries.The business is going from strength to strength and are looking to...
Project Engineer
Swindon, United Kingdom
£28k - 35k per year + benefits
Role - Project EngineerLocation - SwindonType - PermanentStructure - Onsite. Salary - £28,000 - £35,000About the company:This is a boutique business that provides sophisticated security and access control solutions to a variety of organisations, industries and high net worth individuals. They...
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Kent, United Kingdom
Market related
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer based in Kent. Please read carefully before applying. Role - Senior Quality Assurance EngineerLocation - KentType - PermanentStructure - Onsite . Salary - Open to discussion including an array of benefits About the company: A global sport and broadcast business has...
Power Apps Developer
London, United Kingdom
£50k - 62k per year
Power Apps Developer – London - £50,000 to £62,000 - 12month fixed term contractViqu have partnered up with an organization within the transportation industry who are hiring a Power Apps Developer to join their team...
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