It is always beneficial to prepare before applying for a job, whether it is in your own country or abroad. However, key phases in the application procedure will vary from nation to country.
Before applying for a job in London, do the following preparations:
Prepare your CV and cover letter. The importance of the cover letter cannot be overstated. You will very probably be requested to give one throughout any British job application process, so be prepared. Check out our cover letter starting samples if you're stuck on how to begin a cover letter.
Do your homework. Look up the firm and learn all you can about it. You will not only be prepared to answer questions about the organization during an interview, but you will also learn about their interviewing processes. You may also learn a lot about the interview procedure at a certain firm by visiting various forums.
Get a phone number and a bank account in the United Kingdom. It is preferable to take care of these details before applying for a job, as it will make it simpler for the firm to contact you and transfer your income. In other words, you'll seem better prepared overall.
Obtain a visa or a work permit. You should thoroughly examine the precise visa requirements, since your ability to work in the UK is dependent on where you are from as well as the sort of job you wish to undertake. Don't worry, we have a section devoted to visas.
Request a National Insurance (NI) number. Before you begin working in the UK, you must apply for a National Insurance (NI) Number. This number is used for social security reasons and may be obtained by applying here.