Hello!

I’m looking to move to the UK soon and have been applying for Client/Account Services roles at Ad Agencies.

Would love any insights and suggestions about the industry and culture, you can share!

Anyone here moved from Canada - would love to pick your brain so I can be more prepared for the interviews!

Thank you!

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I moved here a few years ago from the states and have really been enjoying it. The pay is def something to get used to as I went through a significant pay cut but I also wasn't happy in the states despite how much I was making.
If you're comparing socioeconomic issues between the UK and the states, one would argue the states are going through some pretty tough times as well. I feel like I have a better work life balance here and they do take vacation time a lot more seriously. Yeah healthcare isn't as straight forward, but it's free. You truly get pros and cons from both sides.
I think if you are ready and willing to leave Canada for a change of scenery, I say do it, you only live once. You can always go back.

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