Are You Suited for a Corporate Job?

Corporations are some of the biggest employers worldwide and many professionals aspire to work in the corporate world.

Here’s everything you need to know to start your climb up the corporate ladder.

What is a corporate job?

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A corporate job is a position within a large business, known as a corporation. Large corporations are among the most recognisable companies in the world.  

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Not all jobs within that company may be considered a corporate job, for example, a team member working in a McDonald’s would not be considered a corporate job, but an accountant working in their head office would be.  

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Corporate jobs are those who work in an office full time and perform a role that is transferable between businesses. This includes human resources, legal, accountancy or marketing functions. These corporate job examples are not exhaustive. Many other different types of corporate jobs will differ from sector to sector and business to business.  

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What are the advantages of a corporate job?

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Jobs in corporations have a clear advantage when it comes to progression. Due to the size of the business, hierarchies are usually clearly defined, and moving up them provides an easily understandable method of career development. Theoretically, some could start with entry-level corporate jobs and eventually progress into c-suite, or executive-level roles within the same business. This makes professional jobs attractive for young professionals looking to kick-start their careers.  

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What are the disadvantages of a corporate job?

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This attractiveness can also make them competitive. Therefore, any jobseekers looking to get a corporate job should be sure to fully research the business they are applying for and adapt their application appropriately. Interview preparation should also be comprehensive, and the process can be lengthy.  

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Furthermore, some individuals may not find it enjoyable to work in a large company due to its perceived lack of personalization. It will be challenging to know everyone within a corporation, especially the very large ones. Some people prefer working in smaller environments so they can see the fruits of their labour more readily.

ACS Staffing Solutions has a variety of corporate roles available for anyone looking to get into the professional world.  

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Explore our job listings to see what opportunities there are.