We recently published an article on our blog about different sorts of activities that typically take place at wine, beer and drink industry job assessment centres. During these assessment centres, you’ll typically face things such as role-play; group exercises; 1-2-1 interviews; presentations; psychometric or aptitude testing and problem solving exercises as well as a possible […]

The Young Scientists Symposium 2014 will take place in Ghent in Belgium between the 28th and the 30th of October at the KU Leuven Technology Campus (KAHO Sint-Lieven). This campus is located in the historical city of Ghent and is the perfect place to discover the richness of the beer and distilling culture that this […]

No matter whether you’re looking to break into the brewing industry or you’re keen to increase your competitive edge as a candidate, there’s no getting away from the fact that having a top-notch, relevant qualification will help. While experience and personality are important when it comes to securing any position, adding a respected and if […]

No matter where you are in the world, if you’re seeking an opportunity in the Wine Industry, you’re guaranteed to be in with a better chance if you have a recognised wine industry qualification or course under your belt. Although there is an abundance of courses available, here are what we believe to be some […]

It’s accepted that the drinks industry falls into several different categories that include brewing, spirits and soft drinks. However, when people think of the drinks industry as a whole, they have a tendency to forget about suppliers to the industry, who play an all-important role. In our industry, names like AB InBev, SABMiller & MillerCoors, […]

Thanks to the increasing quality of free and accessible online video communication, together with the highly competitive job market, video job interviews are becoming more and more common. At all levels, including executive level, video conferencing or Skype will often be used as part of the first round of candidate screening. From an employer’s point […]

If you’re actively seeking a new position in the drinks industry, you won’t need us to tell you how competitive the market is right now. No matter whether you’re applying for executive or technical roles, the number of quality applicants for each position is quite astonishing. That said, this competitive environment shouldn’t leave you despondent. […]

Account management jobs in the drinks industry are where things get really exciting for candidates and employers alike. There’s a whole range of package options to earn upwards of around £28,000 a year, up to £40,000 for the right candidates. Key Account Managers, Business Development Managers and Marketing Manager roles are common at this level […]

For anyone who isn’t already aware, the Worldwide Distilled Spirits Conference (WDSC) will take place in Glasgow from 8th-11th September 2014.  The theme for the whole event is “Future Challenges, New Solutions”.  Everyone in the drinks industry is only too aware (as most other sectors are too) that times have been tough of late. The […]

Two new positions added recently, both representing fantastic opportunities within the drink industry for the right candidates. Master Brewer (Ireland) – (Ref: 958) Our clients, manufacturers of leading cider and beer brands, are recruiting for a new Master Brewer to lead the development and day-to-day management of their new Craft Brewery. Apply now. Hops & […]

The global brewing industry is a multi million-dollar market. Although a relatively mature market, there are always opportunities for ambitious employees in this sector. With products ranging from light, premium and super premium beers to ice beers and non-alcoholic beers there are new concepts appearing on the market all the time. A highly competitive market, […]

The drinks industry is a great place for a new graduate or motivated school-leaver to get a solid foot on the career ladder. A market that’s growing both on home shores and abroad, the drinks industry offers excellent possibilities for the right candidates to develop and secure a great future. From an employer’s point of […]

Bill and Julie Carling are delighted to announce their presence at this year’s Brau Beviale event in Nuremberg, Germany. The event, which is a trade fair focusing on the production and marketing of drinks, will take place from 11th to 13th November. This event is particularly exciting for the Carling Partnership because it is representative […]

If you’re looking for a new position in the drinks industry or are looking to move up the ladder or simply sniff out a new opportunity, your CV is a really important part of your toolkit. There’s tons of advice online about writing a killer CV and sometimes this can become a bit overwhelming. This […]