An opportunity to learn: if you are new to the UK or if you have questions on anything from understanding the healthcare system to how British people communicate. In this light-hearted and helpful presentation of top tips, we will share our knowledge of living in this vibrant, multi-cultural metropolis. Main topics: healthcare, transportation, socialising, British... Read More
Gain a significant advantage over your competitors! When applying for a job you are often requested to write a cover letter. How long should it be? What information should it contain? How should it be structured? Join Maria Renzi Brivio, in charge of the FOCUS Career Development Programme to get an answer to those questions... Read More
Our members are international professionals and their families. We soften their landing so they have a successful time in the UK.
It was a combination of having guidance on problems or activities that affect your life in the UK, such as buying a house, rethinking your career, what it means to be an expat here especially after Brexit (a big trauma), and social events which are great for meeting fellow members. Our membership helped us find…
I don’t have enough words to thank FOCUS, above all Gael, for her unconditional support. Not even once did she hesitate to go the extra mile and assist us when we needed it the most. Changes are not easy, challenges are overwhelming but knowing that there is somebody out there to “hold your hand” in…
I cannot imagine what our life would be without the support and assistance from FOCUS. As a new member, I am also looking forward to attending all the workshops and events to continue my great experience with FOCUS and help myself to be more “local”. We were so lucky, as FOCUS provided us a 360-degree…
I recommend this programme (the Career Development Programme) not only for the job seekers but for any who want to learn about work experience. In addition to the programme, FOCUS has one of the best guides I have ever seen: Working in the UK – a key guide for working in the UK. During the…
I discovered FOCUS when I decided to return to work after a break. My friend talked to me about the Career Development Workshop… .I was lucky to find a group of friendly and supportive members to share my experience and ideas. At the end, I felt encouraged and more confident about what I wanted to…
I joined FOCUS right after I arrived in London. We were able to meet many people from around the world, exchange experiences and thoughts, and receive lots of suggestions in answer to all of our queries. This all certainly helped us to settle down. The FOCUS team also helped me understand the job market, property market…
The FOCUS team is very skilled at connecting people attending their events, giving tips on personal interests or even an organization we might have in common. I became friends with one of my work colleagues from a different department that I would have not met otherwise. FOCUS has been part of my second journey in…
FOCUS has been the best thing that happened to us in our first 100 days in London. Cultural activities, networking events and seminars helped us to speed up the process of integration into the UK culture. Raffaella found extremely helpful the Career Development Programme that supported her in a new phase of her career. We…
From the start, FOCUS has provided real-time insights to help me navigate the transition like a local. Within the first two months, I had great recommendations on childcare, beauty, doctors, opportunity to preview art shows, and even got a behind-the-scenes tour of Wimbledon! I was worried I’d be silo’d in my tech industry job, but…
While helping us navigate a new culture, Focus also introduced us to some of our dearest friends, making England quickly feel like home. I still love to pop in for their great events from time to time, as it is a always a fun way to meet new people and to continue learning about this…
FOCUS is a friendly guiding hand making you feel welcome and introducing you to new experiences. My husband and I recently moved to London from the US and adjusting to our new life was better with FOCUS because the amenities they offer including informative seminars, fun events and social gatherings – we especially loved the…