London is amongst the world’s major cities. It is diverse, full to the brim with things to do and see, and has many great opportunities for employment. It is no wonder that millions flock to it each year in the hope of finding their dream job.

Amongst its many tourist attractions and places to shop, you will find many corporate headquarters across all types of business sectors. In fact, over half of the UK’s top 100 FTSE companies have their head offices based in central London, plus it houses one of the world’s largest financial centers. Plenty therefore for those looking for a corporate position and the city life.

But it’s not just the corporate employment opportunities that make it such a great place to work, because there are opportunities for all kinds of jobs. There is an abundance of retail jobs; working in the many flagship stores on Oxford Street for instance, or perhaps Selfridges, or even Harrods. There are countless places to eat and drink, which can be a great source of work for those with experience. A quick look at a respected recruitment resource (such as the Guardian’s page dedicated to London jobs) will demonstrate the breadth of employment opportunities available in the capital.

There are many benefits of working in London that can be applied to most cities; salaries often tend to be higher. For those who live in London, this may not make much difference given the increased cost of living; however those who commute can enjoy a London salary whilst avoiding the higher cost of city living.

Working in London also has the advantage of faster career development for most types of jobs. This means that many people have an increased opportunity to climb the career ladder. There are also the huge social networking opportunities, which give you the chance to market yourself and meet similar people or those that can help you develop your career.