Knowledge Hub

Career growth is a dynamic pursuit, often marked by key decisions and strategic choices. Amidst the several tools available for professional development, mentorship becomes a significant reference point, offering unique perspectives and guidance.

Just over a week into the New Year, an optimal moment to envision and review your professional development. Setting clear, purposeful and fulfilling career goals is a fundamental step towards personal and professional growth. Whether you're eyeing up a promotion, a career change, or aiming to amplify your entrepreneurial journey, strategising your aspirations for 2024 is key to reaching your full potential.

London and major cities around the world are returning to their bubbling best; commuter activity and retail footfall is returning, tourists are here and getting a last-minute table at your favourite lunch spot is as hard as it ever was.

Kieran Moon speaks to Meera Khosla, Head of Tax Policy at Barclays, covering many topics including her path to Head of Tax Policy, transition to an in-house role, building experience and supporting women in the workplace.

Through the complexities of the commercial and regulatory landscape, transitions and transformations are an inherent part of business life. They can take many forms, from fundamental organisational changes to the implementation for new regulatory guidance such as Sox or IFRS standards, to driving digital change and utilising AI tools. Projects of this nature take significant resource from experienced professionals, and it should therefore be no surprise that the transition from permanent roles to interim positions has regained momentum.

Crunch time. A decision is to be made. Stick or twist. Everyone has their own motivational pulls for their job search.