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From Sixth Form Student to Digital Project Manager
How The Brokerage helped Sharlene discover that opportunity starts with believing in your own potential. As part of our 30 Years. 30 Stories. campaign, we're celebrating the people whose journeys have helped shape The Brokerage over the last three decades. Every young person has potential. But not every young person has access to the networks, confidence or opportunities needed to unlock it. For Sharlene, joining The Brokerage in 2019 became the bridge between ambition and ac
5 days ago4 min read


From Tower Hamlets to J.P. Morgan
30 Years. 30 Stories. From Tower Hamlets to J.P. Morgan How one opportunity helped Arif discover there really was a place for him in the corporate world. As part of our 30 Years. 30 Stories. campaign, we're celebrating the people whose journeys have shaped The Brokerage over the last three decades. Today's job market looks very different to the one many of our alumni entered. Artificial intelligence is screening CVs, competition for graduate roles is higher than ever and many
Aug 45 min read


Fewer resources lower outcomes - it isn't rocket science
Hear from Tom Interim CEO of The Brokerage tell his story around social mobility.
Jul 294 min read


From Physics Student to Marine Business Analyst: How The Brokerage Helped Bevin Discover a Career in Insurance
From Physics Student to Marine Business Analyst
Jul 235 min read


What if university isn't the right path for you?
The Brokerage showcases the support given to a school leaver who didn't want to go university
Jul 143 min read


From Virtual Masterclasses to Underwriting placements: Fatoumata's Story
30 Years. 30 Stories. From Virtual Masterclasses to Underwriting placements: Fatoumata's Story As part of our 30 Years. 30 Stories. campaign, we’re celebrating the people, journeys and opportunities that have shaped The Brokerage over the last three decades. Behind every programme, workshop and placement is a story - a young person taking a first step, building confidence and discovering where opportunity can lead. Fatoumata’s story began in 2020. Finding opportunity during u
Jul 94 min read


Enter the WCIB 2026 Essay Competition
Applications are open for the WCIB essay competition 2026 - The Brokerage
Jun 233 min read


30 Years, 30 Stories because Stories Matter
The Brokerage has been writing a story we are proud of for the past 30 years, one where over 90,000 young people have had the chance to grow, succeed, and belong. As we continue our celebrations surrounding Social Mobility Day 2026 - We are proud of our story and the contribution we make towards making the UK socially mobile. Over the coming months, we’ll be shining a spotlight on what The Brokerage has helped make possible over the last 30 years and more importantly, on the
Jun 233 min read


From Uncertainty to Opportunity: How Avni Launched Her Legal Career
Celebrating Social Mobility Day with a story that matters from The Next Gen Talent Network young person who has launched her legal career with support from The Brokerage.
Jun 24 min read


Your Journey Could Shape Someone Else’s Future: Celebrating Volunteers Week 2026
Your Journey Could Shape Someone Else’s Future: Celebrating Volunteers Week 2026
May 282 min read


Summer Internship for young people in Bromley APPLY NOW!
Summer Internship for young people in Bromley - APPLY NOW! We're thrilled to be working with Foresters Financial in Bromley to offer you Work Experience via a Marketing Summer Internship. The Brokerage works with our partners and associates to provide paid work experience through summer internships. The Brokerage Placement Programme (BPP) offers opportunities across a wide range of professional sectors including finance (insurance, banking, accountancy), technology, media, re
May 213 min read


JPMorganChase facilitating meaningful mentoring for The Next Gen Talent Network
JPMorganChase and The Brokerage partnership facilitates meaningful mentoring for The Next Gen Talent Network. When Business and Social Mobility Work Together For many young people, the barrier to a professional career is not ambition or ability - it is access. Access to networks. Access to insight. Access to opportunities that too often depend on who you know rather than what you can become. That is where The Brokerage exists to make a difference. For more than 25 years, The
May 193 min read


Apply for work experience at Foresters Financial Bromley
Apply for work experience at Foresters Financial Bromley
May 131 min read


Break Into the City — With the Skills That Get You Hired
Break Into the City — With the Skills That Get You Hired
Apr 292 min read


Social Mobility 101 at tms: Turning Awareness into Action
Social Mobility 101 at tms: Turning Awareness into Action
Apr 225 min read


Paid Summer Internships in Real Estate with Mileway – Apply Now
Paid Summer Internships in Real Estate with Mileway – Apply Now
Apr 223 min read


Breaking the Class Ceiling: How to Build an Internship Programme that Drives Real Social Change
Hire interns in your organisation with expert guidance from The Brokerage
Apr 203 min read


Step Into Property: Launch Your Career with the Next Gen Talent Property Career Programme (Westminster)
Apply for The Next Gen Talent Property Career Programme - Westminster today
Apr 133 min read
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