University of Aberdeen Business and Finance Fair

Attending a careers fair can be a daunting prospect, particularly if this is your first event of this type and you have not spoken to many employers in the past. However, there are some simple things you can do to make the most of the event:

• Make a plan. Review the list of exhibitors, visit their websites and make a note of those who most interest you and any specific questions you have for them. A good tip is to walk around the fair once to get a feel for the event and where your target organisations are. Then go round a second time ready to ask your questions.
• Question, questions, questions… Also consider some more general questions that you could ask at the fair. You will usually be speaking either to recruiters or recent graduate recruits. Your questions should help you to gather insights into the recruitment process, what it is like to work at the organisation, opportunities, benefits, skills needed etc. – and anything else you need to know to work out if an employer is right for you.
• Travel alone! If you are attending the fair with friends, make sure you still get to speak to the organisations which interest YOU. You won’t leave a lasting impression by listening to other people asking questions. You can always check in with your friends after you have spoken to your top targets – before diving back in.
• Use your time wisely. Ideally, don’t queue to speak to employers. Instead, move on to the next employer and come back. Some employers may be very busy, however, so give yourself plenty of time.

We’re here to help. Come and find us at the Careers and Employability Service stand and, hopefully, we can point you in the right direction.

Learn how to prepare effectively and make the most of the experience with our short online mini career course.

Come to this session to find out what to expect, how best to prepare, what to ask (and what not to ask!) and gain valuable networking tips.

Date and time: Wednesday 23 September, 2.00 - 3.00pm

Location: Room 101, Students' Union Building (first floor)

Learn how to prepare effectively and make the most of the experience with our mini career course.

Chartered accountants - audit, tax, accounts preparation, corporate finance, payroll.

Independent Financial Advice Practice

Have a business idea? Want to launch a product?

ABVentures is the University of Aberdeen’s support programme for student and recent graduate entrepreneurs — whether you’re just exploring an idea or ready to launch.

We empower our students and recent graduates (within the last two years) to build entrepreneurial skills and launch successful ventures.

Through ABVentures, you can:

• Get 1:1 tailored business support advice
• Learn how to pitch your idea and get feedback from professionals
• Apply for funding to kick-start your business – over £40,000 funding opportunities available annually
• Attend workshops on ideation, business development, branding, and more
• Join a network of like-minded aspirational students and recent graduates

No business degree or experience required – just ambition and passion for the problem you want to solve.

Ready to get started? Get in touch or explore our upcoming events, workshops, and success stories from past students.

Be the Spark.

The Association of Taxation Technicians is a charity and the leading professional body for those providing UK tax compliance services. We have over 10,000 Members and Fellows, together with over 7,000 students. Members and Fellows use the practising title 'Taxation Technician' or 'Taxation Technician (Fellow)' respectively.

No matter what you’ve studied or what you choose to do, we’ll offer you the support to succeed. From technology to audit, legal services, consulting and much more, there’s a business area here to suit everyone’s skills. Come and meet us to find out what might be right for you.

Established in 1897, DM Hall is one of Scotland's largest independent firms of Chartered Surveyors. They provide RICS-regulated residential and commercial property valuations, Building Consultancy, Home Reports, and rural estate management.

EY are a professional services organisation that helps global companies make better decisions about business, finance, sustainability, and technology. We’re a group of over 400,000 talented people spanning the globe in more than 150 countries. Our four main business areas — Assurance, Consulting, EY-Parthenon, and Tax — transform how businesses work by providing innovative solutions and future-forward ideas.

The Grampian Assessor & Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) is an independent official with statutory responsibly for local taxation valuations across the Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, and Moray council areas. 

The Assessor has a team of Chartered Surveyors and technical assistants to aid in the fulfilment of these duties, which include the maintenance of the Valuation Roll: Valuing commercial and non-domestic properties to determine business rates, and the Council Tax Valuation List: Allocating residential dwellings into their correct Council Tax bands.

An independent chartered accountancy firm based in Aberdeen.

ICAS is the world-class business network that promotes, inspires and enables professional excellence in Chartered Accountants (CAs).
- the CA designation is exclusive to us
- we’ll qualify you for more than accountancy
- our CA is your passport to global success

No previous experience in accountancy or business is required to begin training with us, because everything you need to know is covered by our syllabus.  For graduate entrants, a good degree-pass is required.

Launch Your Career with MHA

Looking to take the first step towards a successful and rewarding career? Come and meet the MHA team at the University of Aberdeen Fair and discover the wide range of opportunities available across our graduate, placement and apprenticeship programmes.

As a leading UK professional services firm, MHA offers careers in Audit, Tax, Accounts, Advisory and Consulting, providing you with the opportunity to work alongside experts, gain professional qualifications and develop skills that will support your long-term career goals.

Whether you're exploring your options or ready to apply for your first role, we'd love to chat. Visit our stand to learn more about our culture, career pathways, training and development opportunities, and what life at MHA is really like.

Come along, ask questions, meet our team, and find out how you can build your future with MHA. We look forward to meeting you!

Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR) is a leading investment bank dedicated to helping clients Realise the Power of Partnership®. We enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice, and a differentiated, highly productive culture. We transcend transactions to define possibilities—enabling clients to achieve their short-term goals while realising their long-term vision. Founded in 1895, the firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, with offices across the United States and globally in London, Aberdeen, Munich, Paris, Zurich, Hong Kong, and Abu Dhabi.

Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, we’ve built long-term relationships with our diverse, high-profile clients, across varied and specialised sectors. As a proud member of Nexia, a worldwide network of trusted member firms, we’ve got access to local insight on a global scale.

We pride ourselves on our informal and inclusive culture, building an environment where people can be themselves and enjoy challenging, interesting, rewarding careers.

When you work with Saffery, the well-respected accountancy firm where heritage meets ambition, you work with people who know your name. Who know you as a human being, not just a job title. Everyone belongs here. Always.

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond.

More than 98,000 employees over 120 countries already started their SLB journeys. Start yours now!

If you would like to know more, please visit our website at https://www.slb.com/

Seafood Industry.

TMM Recruitment is an Aberdeen-based recruitment agency that has been helping accountancy and finance professionals take the next step in their careers since 1997. As a trusted recruitment partner to employers across the north-east of Scotland, we pride ourselves on delivering a personal and professional service.

Job seekers value our approach because we take the time to understand their career aspirations and provide constructive feedback, impartial market advice, interview preparation support, and guidance throughout the recruitment process. Our goal is to help candidates make informed career decisions and secure opportunities that align with their skills, experience, and ambitions.

Our service range covers everything you need and expect from your accountant, with added value services that set us apart.