MY NEW JOB... in London! (incl. interview and salary guide)

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@Weihnachtsgans1 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy you talking about being a young professional- not a lot of people talk about it on the internet , but its so so important to talk about it and get different views! Being a young professional too (different industries tho, i work in publishing), this is really inspiring 🥰

@mentatphilosopher Жыл бұрын

If you are going to undertake long commutes, might I make a suggestion. Assume that at least one time when having this job you will get stuck in London either because of weather, transportation accidents, industrial action, or other unforeseen circumstances. The point is to have a plan ahead of time. Where you might stay nearby, having what you would need that cannot be easily obtained, etc. If you get a dog in Cambridge, who would walk it. If you have someone in London who could put you up and lives close enough from work, store a backup bag there. They might let you stay and sleep overnight at work but would you really want to? Better remain in London in some comfort rather than hours in discomfort in a station or train.

@spiderbite9490 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paige for these videos! They help me ignite a spark to work more. Been watching your videos since last 2 years (currently a first year undergrad student)

@davidcarter5038 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations - it all sounds great! Lots of wisdom on interviews there - particularly that it's a two way thing and you need to be sure it's the right company for you. Can't wait to hear how commuting works out for you - I wonder if the company is flexible enough for you to avoid the rush hour? I remember being surprised back in the 80s visiting a customer in London that the first train out of Cambridge at something like 6am was packed!

@citrusonce_ Жыл бұрын

congrats Paige !! I’m so excited for you and I hope you love your job 😊❤

@kawaiikitty4569 Жыл бұрын

I really have no idea how you managed to do all this, exams, job applications,new house etc. Amazing to be able to juggle all this at the same time. I agree experience earlier is better as then you’ll know the areas you’d like to specialise in later on (if relevant).

@ElianaRosalind Жыл бұрын

I respect you, and other young professionals like you, so much for working hard in a certain domain. As they say, there's no shortcut to self made glory. Thank you for inspiring me for the majority of my med school journey, I'm now in my last year and your past & current videos still help a lot with motivation 🤗 Sending love from Romania 🤍

@Sarahr98998 Жыл бұрын

Congrats! It can be super scary to make a career move, but it's great that you went for it and are happy with your decision!

@jenniferjones2863 Жыл бұрын

I read an article years ago on LinkedIn that said if you don't change jobs every 2 to 3 years by the time you retire you will have left half your potential salary on the table. HR departments are still locked into the 1980's, there is always money for new hires but not for retention.

@piafleig Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being so transparent, Paige! 💜

@riyapahwa5464 Жыл бұрын

All the love from India Paige 💕💕 Been watching you since your college days and as a student myself who is now juggling job and studies, you inspire me the most!! Just be you and never stop believing in yourself!! ☺️ Congratulations on your next step!! 🥰💫

@missannaventure Жыл бұрын

I did the Cambs-Ldn commute for 6 months a while back. It's madness on the trains during rush hours . 🙃 But I always enjoyed it. I would cycle to the train station and then fold my bike, take it with me on the train, then cycle from Kings Cross to Kensington H.S in London. Good memories! Have a blast!!

@purplypuppie Жыл бұрын

Congrats Paige 🎉 lovely to see how far you’ve come from your Cambridge days :))

@valarie218 Жыл бұрын

Hello Paige! Congratulations on your new job! I can totally relate to the insanity of having job interviews and exams at the same time as I did the same when I was doing a part-time MSc (pharmaceutical sciences) while working full time in a biotechnology company. I did time it to be this way though... because of the bonuses like what you mentioned in the video haha! 15 percent is just too much for me to consider giving up!

@mr7sh403 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on your job! I missed the days when you made study vlogs it was a good motivation I used to continue studying when I was in high school now I am at 3rd-year uni

@dominikak8663 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on a new job! Glad to see that you grab new opportunities and I'm waiting to hear more about your communing experience

@nikmohdkhalid136 Жыл бұрын

Same. I stayed in consulting for 2 years + as i loved how much i have already learnt here, although i know the benefit is not a lot compared to a direct insurer. Anyway, have fun in your new job!

@hansanaik3835 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations Paige! You are a very sensible and hard working young adult.

@musikhamster01 Жыл бұрын

I'm currently in the process of switching career/going in a different direction for numerous reasons (salary, work life balance,...) and I highly enjoyed this video since there aren't that many people so open about it as you are.

@onehumanfromearth5063 Жыл бұрын

The two way street comment is very valid and an important point ! Getting qualified in a profession for the reasons that it pays very well and has long term stable employment is sensible. The one asking you to recite memorised market numbers sounds like an uncreative narrow environment. The smaller team sounds like a good choice for learning and broader experience. You're only going to be more employable to your old employer in the future with more experience and training so everyone wins really.

@jwl6479 Жыл бұрын

hi Paige!! first time commenting here, but i have been watching your vids for the past few years. sometimes it seems like we're almost living the same lives as i had also graduated during covid AND had my first job in the insurance industry AND am currently about to switch jobs (AND sacrificing my bonus...) AND am also taking insurance exams (ACII tho not the IFoA)!! just wanted to say that i really look up to you and as someone who is STRUGGLING with work-study-life balance and wondering if this change in jobs is the best idea, your videos are really a source of motivation and inspiration!! i am so happy for you :)

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

This is wild, we’re basically the same person 😂 good luck with the new job!! And I hope you are able to establish some excellent work-life boundaries (which I am currently also attempting to do haha)

@benedictmorley1287 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the new job! I'll re-iterate the new hair looks AMAZING! You've had lots of big changes but I'm glad you're seizing the opportunities!

@cheungyvescheung4800 Жыл бұрын

Paige, enjoy your new insurance consultancy job in London in the near future. And wish you have glamorous actuarial exam results as you did at Cambridge University 💖🌷👍

@anish2817 Жыл бұрын

Hey Paige so happy for you... All the best

@annikaa.3854 Жыл бұрын

I love your job-related content!!

@jauntily Жыл бұрын

Congrats. It was interesting to hear some of the strategic career considerations that went into your decision.

@nuha9044 Жыл бұрын

This video is so useful to me as a uni student who's interested in going into the same field!!!

@CodeDeb Жыл бұрын

Jobs in London pay more but you have to factor in the cost of the commute (both the rail pass and the mental / physical cost of commuting) Will you be able to continue with rowing club now? Don’t let go of your physical fitness! People don’t understand how long commutes within London can be! Up to an hour on Tube - so you might as well live outside of London, have a better living environment and commute on a comfortable train

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Very true, recruiting can be exhausting and expensive! Yes luckily I can continue with my boat club activities in the 5 days a week that I’m not in London. And physical fitness is all accounted for by my cycle to the station 😅

@user-gp8yw3tn7y Жыл бұрын

🎉🎉🎉Happy for you! I also got a new job three weeks ago, also in central London . Your videos are so encouraging. Hope you enjoy your new job and new life ❤.

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Congrats!! Hope you settle in well 😊

@lotuslife6587 Жыл бұрын

Paige! Can you please do a budgeting video too? Like how you manage your salary and spending?

@raymondporter2094 Жыл бұрын

You were at Jesus when I first discovered your videos on KZfaq about 4 (maybe 5?) years ago. A change of jobs can be a MAJOR change in one's life. I'm absolutely certain the job recruiter would have been DELIGHTED to have been contacted by such a well qualified young professional as you. I am now out of the jobs market, thank goodness but you've got decades left... Good Luck to you, in all that you do. (And please keep the videos flowing).

@susanneklein4664 Жыл бұрын

I had to laugh when you talked about dress codes because I remember my own worries about it. What I’ve learned is it’s never as strict as it seems and it’s best to just follow your colleagues‘ example. Anyway. I’m very happily employed at the moment but I really appreciate you taking us along on your career journey. No matter which field we’re in I think there are topics which are crucial for all of us (breadth of experience vs stability, salary & development vs work-life-balance etc) and lots of lessons to be had. All the best!

@AthynVixen Жыл бұрын

I laughed at dress code because I cannot work out what the one at my work place is. You get some smart business. some business casual and some ppl in jeans etc

@michaelennis5090 Жыл бұрын

You were indirectly head hunted Congratulations on your great success. Let's hope you do not have too many train strikes

@ametrinemoon Жыл бұрын

Excellent news about your job. I have had a case where I attended online an interview, and when they came to my rejection letter, they got my name wrong. I am qualified as a lab chemist (at both BSc and MSc levels) and due to being a sort of carer, I am restricted to my own area. Get rejected all the time. Started a placement at CAB and I have an interview with them in the office I worked in. It's the best of the best and when you have a learning difficulty/disability which hampers your performance in exams, employers tend to ignore you for the low marks as a result of the difficulties. Argggghhhhhhh. I am studying counselling and enjoying i more myself, so swings and roundabouts

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Ahh this sounds tough. I hope it all works out well for you! Enjoying your work is the main thing 🙂

@21cgIN Жыл бұрын

Just to point out, not all recruiters are like this. I have dealt with one that was so pushy to get me into the job, because it would get him commission, that I almost made the wrong decision for myself. He was pushing me so much and dissing my current company, to make me move, and I started doubting myself and my instincts. He did not care at all about what I needed or wanted. I pulled out after I accepted the offer from the other company, and there was radio silence from him since.

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Sorry you had this experience! You definitely have to be careful.

@StMyles Жыл бұрын

Congratulations, Best Wishes and Success 👍🏼 👍🏼

@caioreis9626 Жыл бұрын

really nice video... love your transparency

@leticiavieira4646 Жыл бұрын

Congrats paige 👏 🥳🥳

@elenaspinetti4347 Жыл бұрын

Good luck in your new job!

@silvialogan9226 Жыл бұрын

Paige, I congratulate you on your new job position. How many exams do you have left and when do you finish them? When do you know the results of your exams which you wrote in September?

@juliar2462 Жыл бұрын

see you around London Paigey :) Let me know if you need a guide haha :D As for the commute time, I live in London, and it's not even that far, it's zone 4, but the overall trip to uni takes me about 1hr. It's normal here, so don't worry too much, I'm sure you will be fine.

@arahmanamjad715 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate it so much. Best decision. The experience you been through is normal in job market. london IS a big city .

@bellsfs Жыл бұрын

Hi!! First of all, congratulations on your new job! 👏🏼🎉 I'm thinking about looking for a new job in 2023 after 3 years in my current (and first) job... I'm really scared but I think it's time to challenge myself a bit more. your video really helped! 😄

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Good luck! I’ve had no regrets taking the plunge ☺️

@anshumansahoo7568 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are itself a motivation for me✨😊😊

@hardhikbothra4016 Жыл бұрын

Can you just give an idea on how to prepare for actuarial interviews , so that it could help actuarial students for their interviews. It would great if you share some thoughts on preparing for actuarial interview.

@hsgyeeid364 Жыл бұрын

I used to do a two hour commute to South London to work for a consultancy, I couldn't handle the commute - it was incredibly tiring and I know my commuting limits are less than 2 hours door to door now!!

@Anastasiia_Khait Жыл бұрын

Hi Paige. Congratulations with your new job 🎉 could you please recommend the recruiter who helped you? Many thanks in advance

@soliph Жыл бұрын

Ahh Paige is doing so well!

@rondoflicflac Жыл бұрын

Good luck!!!

@TwinGeeks Жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie, when I saw your "I quit" title on the last video I was hoping you'd be returning to Cambridge to do a masters. I miss the uni vlogs!! But I'm glad your career is off to a flying start. Onwards and upwards.

@user-cp1em8yp3c Жыл бұрын

Hey Paige, My name is Eki, I'm from northern Spain and I'm in my last year of undergrad (Engineering). I've been thinking on what to do next and the one thing that I keep coming back to is that I'd love to study astrophysics. Is there any path you'd recommend me to follow in order to enter this area of studies? Maybe studying natural sciences or any other path that you know of (e.g., one that your friends chose). I've been watching your content since you were in your second year of uni and so glad to see you excited for this new chapter of your life. In case you get to see this thank you for reading and I witsh you the best, Eki.

@pandaseal1611 Жыл бұрын

I think trying to network with the company’s see what they want in terms of experience/ quality’s they want you to possess

@ayseinci3358 Жыл бұрын

Out of context but that pink cardigan looks great on you!

@suchablevins5139 Жыл бұрын

Could you make a video on what your new CV looks like please :)?

@gtgplays0758 Жыл бұрын

good luck!

@Pineapple_pizza64 Жыл бұрын

Totally unrelated but your hair is SO shiny 😍

@samadams1408 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new job. Interesting salary chart - do you know if those numbers include bonuses? Just an observation, in a prior life I worked as a consultant and my bonus was a function of my billing hours - being somewhat of an workaholic my bonuses were always a very significant percentage of my salary.

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

I think the salary chart does not include bonuses. I touch on this at 17:29 😊

@samadams1408 Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeY Have to admit I jumped straight to the chart.

@hedgehoglover94 Жыл бұрын

What are the recruiters' names? Never tried recruiters but may be a good idea!

@longmist6508 Жыл бұрын

off-topic question - What skin care products you use?

@jyotivig3666 Жыл бұрын

How does one find a recruiter ??

@yueyue007 Жыл бұрын

Greetings from Germany, Paige! I was wondering whether you tried to renegotiate your salary with your old employer and why they weren't able to pay you as much as your new employer? I'm questioning whether quitting was the only option for you because I am sure that you did perform well at WTW. Have a great start in your new job :)

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes I had some very open and honest conversations with my manager throughout the process.

@HCProds1 Жыл бұрын

Couldn't do a commute nowadays. Remote all the way!

@sandiemarian304 Жыл бұрын

Couple of things, I liked your confidence, during the job interview asked about their hybrid working. Salary, not telling you how to spend your future hard earn wages. However, I suggest 10% percent put away for saving. (I am sure you already save). Find a charity that you like and set up a monthly giving. Or a one of fund to the university. Enjoy the rest of your salary. 💃 'O yes don't forget to pay your bills.'🙂

@emmaberwick1479 Жыл бұрын

Could you stay at a hotel in London?

@RebecaMcVlogs Жыл бұрын

That’s very nice, I also work in the city, maybe one day I’ll spot you

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

See ya around!

@nezhasdiki77 Жыл бұрын

is that gross or net salary?

@detectivejonesw 5 ай бұрын

Woww super cool. I'm a maths grad and hoping to become an actuary. I had a phone interview today for GAD and passed through to the next stage of the process... Fingers crossed!!!

@PaigeY 5 ай бұрын

Would be super cool to work for GAD! Good luck with the rest of your application :)

@detectivejonesw 5 ай бұрын

@@PaigeYthanks so much:)

@jamesramsey7159 Жыл бұрын

I am not surprised at the success you have in locating a new position. You must realize the actual worth you carry in your legacy. My experience is that it is easy to find unqualified people. They have made decisions to make them so. NOT you, so obvious. Remember ==> actuaries rule the world. :o)

@Spaceadventure2 Жыл бұрын

How can a Cambrige grad be rejected?!! You're new what do they expect. Their loss!!! Love your home. Enjoy🥂🐾

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Haha a Cambridge degree isn’t enough sometimes 🥲

@Spaceadventure2 Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeY Then come to America it would be here, or Canada we have many job opportunities and Cambridge students would be crea m of the crop...♥️

@tajmulkhan1544 Жыл бұрын

nice video

@nickjerrat Жыл бұрын

congrats. But wow, so you are commuting 4 hours a day?

@anyshafr Жыл бұрын

twice a week.. but it still seems a bit crazy :)

@nickjerrat Жыл бұрын

@@anyshafr oh that's makes more sense, if working from home! :)

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

Yup will be 4 hours per day, 2 days per week! It’s definitely at my upper limit but worth it to live in Cambridge 😊

@nickjerrat Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeY 2 days a week should be fine! Possibly even fun!

@auryduff Жыл бұрын

❤️

@benyoyyoyo8381 Жыл бұрын

2 hour each way ,

@AthynVixen Жыл бұрын

Haha you seem to work near me.. how curious that YT recommended this video to me.

@User-kjxklyntrw Жыл бұрын

Great

@Pl15604 9 ай бұрын

Incredible how out of touch with reality some people are. She seems to forget being a Cambridge Grad does get your foot in the door.

@xx1its___me1xx14 Жыл бұрын

Heyyy Paigeeee ❤️

@PaigeY Жыл бұрын

👋💜

@xx1its___me1xx14 Жыл бұрын

@@PaigeY heyy do you have discord? I wanna talk about Cambridge and everything ✨✨

@geraldine773 Жыл бұрын

Was the salary per Month or per year?

@harveywalker5682 Жыл бұрын

How much did she say

@nuha9044 Жыл бұрын

@@harveywalker5682 She didn't say her exact salary but she said it's within the range of £48k - £60k

@dac8939 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a networth target by age? You should let your house out on air bnb - good money or service let to corporate clients and then rent an apartment in London to live London life while you are young

@dac8939 Жыл бұрын

@Nicky L Do not need share. The rental will cover the London apartment. Live in London to network with more people and experience London life. Restaurants, entertainment etc. Better youtube videos etc.

@dac8939 Жыл бұрын

@Nicky L corporate let easy offsets all that - you are allowed about 12k no tax and as long as not above 50k, is only 20%. Far more profit and agent can handle it all. Business networking events and far more ways to connect in London than Cambridge. She may as well why she is still young, plus more youtube content in London that adds revenue to videos

@ninanina3493 Жыл бұрын

Would she not have to pay thousands to change her mortgage agreement to be able to rent it out.

@ninanina3493 Жыл бұрын

Besides she said she doesn’t want to live in London !

@MissJools11 Жыл бұрын

What right have you got to tell Paige what she should do with her House?

@SwissCheese112 Жыл бұрын

i hate that you have to act so fake to get a "professional" job. makes me appreciate farming and trades more. men who act real and dont bullshit.

@nuha9044 Жыл бұрын

I didn't get that vibe at all from this video.

@SwissCheese112 Жыл бұрын

@@nuha9044 i do. fake world, full of fake people. she has to go in dressing like she doesnt want too, and answer questions she doesnt care about for a job she would rather not be doing if she really had a choice. she has to act charismatic and cheerful even if she isnt feeling that way, and do the way mini laughs at things she doesnt really find funny, and go oh my god yes at stupid things.