It pays to be smart in the City

Article Abstract:

The City of London still has a very male-dominated working environment, and this means that female PAs and secretaries are not always treated with the respect they deserve. Women working in these roles in the City of London must be willing to accept a great deal of responsibility and to be very flexible about the structure of their working day. Financial secretaries need to have detailed knowledge of Excel and Powerpoint, and must be prepared to handle complicated reports and large volumes of figures.

Officials and employees, Employment, Secretaries, Secretaries (Office)

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London will stay a world centre

Article Abstract:

The prospects for the financial services industry in the City of London, England, are discussed. London has benefited from being the most international of the main financial centres. It is likely to continue to flourish, as long as it remains linked with the liberal international economy.

Economic aspects, London, England

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Knives sharpened as Sandler takes on savings giants

Article Abstract:

Ron Sandler, head of the UK government's Long-Term Savings Review, indicates that he has the authority to undertake a thorough and completely independent investigation. He is unwilling to state whether he will recommend legislative changes.

Investigations, Interview, Government consultants, Sandler, Ron

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