Video Interviews


Penny Lawrence - International Programmes Director - Oxfam

Penny Lawrence is responsible for all issues related to Oxfam’s international programmes, including crises and emergencies. In this interview she describes how it is like to work for an international charity organization and shares few examples of how students and graduates can become directly involved


Claire Bithell - Head of Corporate Affairs - Xstrata

The role of the Corporate Affairs department - also known as External Relations - is to protect and enhance the company reputation with external stakeholders (investors, media, governments, communities...). The nature of this function requires strong communication skills as well the ability to be diplomatic and build consensus. Find out more about the challenges of a career in Corporate Affairs and the nuances of the mining industry.


Melanie Woest – Marketing Manager, New Product Innovation – Heineken

New Product Innovation is about thinking 10 years in advance. Strategic thinking is a strong trait that you need to have to succeed in this role. Find out directly from Melaine Woest what other skills you need to succeed and how to start a career in Innovation. Find out more about the changes that are happening in the FMCG industry (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)


David Fitzgerald – Head of Employee Relations – BT Group

The Employee Relations department is responsible for managing relationships with the company's trade unions positively during time of change. Dave Fitzgerald - Head of Employee Relations at BT Group - explains why this function is critically important for any multinational company and why you need a "thick skin" to succeed in this role. In the last part of the interview Dave describes the major changes that are taking place in the telecommunications ind...


Guy Cheston - Head of Advertising Sales - Harrods

The role of the Advertising Sales function is to generate revenue from selling media opportunities (publishing, promotions, digital screens, posters, etc.). A career in sales would suit individuals that are very people oriented and enjoy interacting, discussing and presenting ideas. Find out more in this interview with Guy Cheston - Head of Advertising Sales at Harrods.


Ailsa Beaton - Chief Information Officer - Metropolitan Police Service

Over the last 10 years the role of the IT department has evolved considerably. IT is now a board level function looking at the importance of information to a particular business. Ailsa Beaton - CIO at Metropolitan Police - illustrates what is like to be part of an IT team and discusses career opportunities for graduates.