CAREER TALKS, BUSINESS LUNCHES AND WORK EXPERIENCE

A re-established Career Talks programme has resulted in a higher level of collaboration between the School and businesses, creating more opportunities for Harrovians to acquire the skills, knowledge and practical experience they need to succeed in the workforce. By working closely with academic departments, employer activities are linked to curriculum learning, helping boys see the connection between what they are learning in the form room and the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in the workplace.

CAREER TALKS

THE PRIVATE EQUITY AND ASSET MANAGEMENT CAREER PATH

Marcus Faure delivered a talk about his career in private equity/asset management. He spoke about the skills and attributes he believes are necessary to succeed in the field, helping boys to make more informed choices when it comes to securing their chosen career and planning their future education.

“I really enjoyed coming back to the Hill to meet some of the Sixth Form boys and share some thoughts on the world of work. I was seriously impressed by how curious and inquisitive the boys were. The School has clearly upped its standards in the decade since I left! The beaks and careers team are obviously very thoughtful about the university and career choices and I’m sure that will help set the boys on a great path.”

CAREERS TRANSITIONS: FROM LAW TO BANKING TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Alexander Trotter delivered a talk to boys in February on the subject of 'Careers Transitions: From Law to Banking to Entrepreneurship'. Alexander is Director of Forecastle Partners and is a Trustee of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, Africa's leading supporter of entrepreneurship.

Business Lunches

Louis Kunzig (Druries 1983³ ) gave a Careers Business Lunch talk on 'A career in Engineering' in September 2022 and Dr David Taylor (Newlands 1978³ ) delivered a talk in December 2022 as Consultant Respiratory Physician at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.

Work Experience

Henry Prideaux (Bradbys 1992³ ) offered Lower Sixth Former Edwin a week’s work experience in his interior design company.

"During my work experience at Henry Prideaux, I had the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, including site visits, client meetings and fabric viewings. I also had the chance to work on a project making a piece of furniture for a client, which allowed me to develop my problemsolving and project-management skills. The client was happy with the product and gave me a real sense of satisfaction.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Henry Prideaux for offering me the opportunity to gain work experience with his company. This opportunity has undoubtedly helped me enhance my skills and knowledge in my chosen field, and I am excited to learn from the best in the industry.”

Thank you to all the OHs who have offered, and are offering, invaluable work experience to current Harrovians. Through work placements and the current Careers Talk programme, you are helping boys develop the knowledge and practical skills that bridge the gap between classroom learning and the world of work, supporting them in making career decisions, and increasing their employability.

If you would like to offer work experience opportunities or give a talk aligned to curriculum learning, contact careers@harrowschool.org.uk

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