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    As director of the University of Oxford’s careers service, Jonathan writes the ‘Dear Jonathan’ column answering readers’ questions. He joined Oxford after senior roles in international management consulting, media, and publishing; his experience of organisations spans international corporations to a successful start-up he co-founded.

    At Oxford, Jonathan’s work ranges from 1:1 student coaching to designing skills programmes with senior academics, from researching school pupils’ careers interests to devising international collaborations.

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    • Saturday, 25 March, 2023
      FT Schools
      Think of your career as a mountain: here’s how to plan your first steps

      Guiding principles for students who seek a working life with purpose

    • Wednesday, 22 March, 2023
      Dear JonathanManagement consulting
      I am stuck on a consultancy project I don’t like. How do I accelerate a move?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 20 March, 2023
      Dear JonathanEmployment
      How do I re-enter work after several years of retirement?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Tuesday, 7 March, 2023
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      ‘Overboarding’: the perils of sitting on too many boards

      How many board positions should one person have?

    • Monday, 6 March, 2023
      Dear JonathanRecruitment
      I want to move from HR to another business area. How do I equip myself to move on?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 20 February, 2023
      Dear JonathanCareer change
      I have done the same job for years — how do I now move my career on?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 6 February, 2023
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      How do I frame my career break in interviews?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 23 January, 2023
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      How do I pursue a law career that aligns with my values?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 9 January, 2023
      Managing yourself
      I am facing redundancy, should I take a similar job or try something different?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Tuesday, 27 December, 2022
      Dear JonathanPersonal development
      How do I rebuild my confidence after leaving a bad manager?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 12 December, 2022
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      I want to quit my job and travel — will it affect my career progression?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 28 November, 2022
      Dear JonathanCareer change
      How do I become an early stage VC investor?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 14 November, 2022
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      A colleague was promoted above me due to nepotism. Is there anything I can do?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 31 October, 2022
      Dear JonathanWork & Careers
      I work at a big tech group but have an attractive offer from a start-up. Should I take it?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Sunday, 23 October, 2022
      Flexible working
      Media careers: why skills still count

      The film and TV industry is growing and producing new jobs. But there’s still a shortage of people with the right expertise and training

    • Monday, 17 October, 2022
      Dear JonathanWork & Careers
      I am a final-year medical student but see no future in it. What alternatives do I have?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Wednesday, 21 September, 2022
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      For graduates, is it worth relocating to London to climb the corporate ladder?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 19 September, 2022
      Dear JonathanCareer change
      As a high-level administrator, can I aim for a senior management role?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

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      Dear JonathanWork & Careers
      How do I sell my skills as a diplomat in a move to the private sector?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 22 August, 2022
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      Which finance roles offer career progression, a decent salary and work/life balance?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

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      Dear JonathanWork & Careers
      I want to become a TV presenter but can’t see a way into the industry

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Sunday, 31 July, 2022
      Employment
      Generation Z: how to recruit and retain them

      The old rules have gone as graduates expect a conversation rather than an interview, and want jobs with a wider purpose

    • Monday, 25 July, 2022
      Dear JonathanCareer change
      How do I side step into a job in international trade?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 11 July, 2022
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      How can I move from being a specialist police detective to financial services?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

    • Monday, 27 June, 2022
      Dear JonathanManaging yourself
      An MBA or masters in finance — which is best to fill my knowledge gaps?

      Your question for our expert — and readers’ advice

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