Job Fairs London

Empty Chairs meetup in Walton-on-Thames

**Loneliness can hit anyone, but a simple chat can change everything.** We run a regular, friendly table at [The Walton Village](https://www.facebook.com/thewaltonvillage?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZjpK9nDr9WD9l2M0WYADLlepsxEWjJ4xSKZP-jyK42H4TNSJNhOAfrXhfMg7OfI5FWNCiLrUK5lNUIDg3Y1w72013RMMgfU9OcYWAWMyMfab0X1HYPK2KbFt6TcJGwcIuRSouWRtjMlQZnhgdd4kgDWeeu1V2NsQ2ZbzWZm-zOar-NVPrxSgLcEE1O94pk&__tn__=-%5DK-R) pub on the 1st Monday of each month from 7pm. 🪑 WHAT IS EMPTY CHAIRS? It is a beautifully simple idea. We book a table, leave a few chairs empty, and make it easy for anyone to pull up a seat and join us for a casual chat. It isn’t a club, a rigid networking event, or a therapy session. It’s just an open invitation to connect with your community. 📍 Where: The Walton Village pub, 29 High Street, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey UK, KT12 1DG 📆 When: 1st Monday of every month, 7pm – 9pm 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who: Anyone aged 18 to 80+ who wants a reason to leave the house. ❓ How: No sign-ups needed. Just turn up and look for Richard in the bright orange t-shirt! [The Walton Village](https://www.facebook.com/thewaltonvillage?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZjpK9nDr9WD9l2M0WYADLlepsxEWjJ4xSKZP-jyK42H4TNSJNhOAfrXhfMg7OfI5FWNCiLrUK5lNUIDg3Y1w72013RMMgfU9OcYWAWMyMfab0X1HYPK2KbFt6TcJGwcIuRSouWRtjMlQZnhgdd4kgDWeeu1V2NsQ2ZbzWZm-zOar-NVPrxSgLcEE1O94pk&__tn__=-%5DK-R) is an incredible, inclusive, and dog-friendly community hub (with excellent air-con to keep things chilled). There is zero pressure to buy a drink or stay longer than you want to. Come for five minutes or stay for an hour. Let's make our community feel a little less lonely, one conversation at a time. Learn more about the movement at www.emptychairs.org.uk See you there! Richard

HR Managers & Job Seekers — Meet Employers Hiring Now

*Job hunting in London shouldn't feel like sending your CV into a black hole. You spend hours tailoring applications, only to wait weeks for an automated reply. What if you could skip the application queue entirely and put yourself directly in front of the person making the hiring call?* **What the event is** Speed NetworkNow cuts straight through the recruitment noise. We bring hiring London employers and ambitious professionals together in one room. Instead of wandering around an overwhelming job fair, you sit down for structured, timed one-to-one conversations designed to showcase your skills and line up formal interviews. **👥 Who should attend** Job seekers, HR managers, and qualified professionals looking for their next career move in London. * Founders and hiring managers: Pitch directly to decision-makers who have live roles open in London right now. * Internal recruiters and HR leads: Sit down with talent teams actively sourcing for tech, operations, marketing, and business vacancies. * Driven professionals: Connect with peers navigating London's job market and swap actionable industry insights. **🎟️ Your ticket includes** * 60 minutes of structured, timed one-to-one conversations with hiring teams * Snacks & drinks included during the break * Open follow-up time to lock in interview dates before you leave **Why attend** * Bypass automated screening: Pitch your experience directly to real people instead of hoping an algorithm flags your CV. * Target immediate vacancies: Speak with teams who need to hire today, not recruiters stockpiling resumes for the future. * Lock in final interviews: Win over employers with your personality and walk away with agreed interview dates on your calendar. **📅 Agenda** 3:30 – 3:45 PM \| Arrival & Registration: Check in\, grab your name badge\, and settle into the room\. 3:45 – 3:55 PM \| Welcome & Format Briefing: Catch the ground rules and rotation plan from the Speed NetworkNow team before rounds begin\. 3:55 – 4:55 PM \| Speed Rounds: Sit down for fast\, timed one\-to\-one conversations with hiring teams\. 4:55 – 5:05 PM \| Quick Refreshment Break: Grab a drink and catch your breath between conversations\. 5:05 – 5:25 PM \| Open Follow\-Ups: Head back to the employers you clicked with and agree on next steps\. 5:25 – 5:30 PM \| Wrap\-Up: Close out the session and plan your Monday follow\-ups\. Bring your portfolio, sharpen your pitch, and meet teams ready to hire. Spaces are limited to maintain a good balance between employers and candidates. Book your place now.

Hackney Indie Press Fair

The Alternative Book Fair brings 30 of leading independent publishers to Newington Green, Hackney, to celebrate independent publishing. This October, the Alternative Book Fair comes to Meeting House on Newington Green for a special one-day Independent Publisher and Small Press Fair celebrating the very best in independent publishing. Run by Indie Novella and the Indie Press Network with support from Arts Council England, the Fair will bring together around 30 independent publishers, giving readers, aspiring authors and emerging writers the chance to discover award-winning fiction, poetry and non-fiction, meet the people behind the books, and explore some of the most exciting writing being published today. Following the same ethos as the [Alternative Book Fair, the Hackney Indie Press Fair](https://www.alternativebookfairlondon.co.uk/ "https://www.alternativebookfairlondon.co.uk/") is about opening up publishing and literature to a wider audience. Visitors will be able to meet publishers of Booker Prize, Observer Best Debut Novelists and Women’s Prize-listed authors, browse new and innovative books, and hear directly from leading independent publishers about how publishing works. The day will also include a publishing panel with independent publishers, offering practical insight into the publishing process and the chance to ask questions. Whether you are a reader, writer, publisher or someone who simply loves books, this free October fair is a chance to connect with independent publishing in a welcoming community space. All events are free thanks to Indie Novella, Arts Council England and our partners. No booking is required for the Independent Publisher Fair. Please book separately for individual panels where indicated.

Parallax Art Fair at Chelsea Town Hall.

South London Tech Community Days: November 2026 Networking

This event is open to anyone who works in or is interested in the tech industry, whether you are a developer, designer, engineer, entrepreneur, student, or hobbyist. You will be able to meet new people, share your experiences, learn from others, and find potential collaborators or mentors. Attending our events earns you [Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points](https://gcs.civilservice.gov.uk/how-to-get-cpd-points). CPD offers numerous benefits, including skill enhancement, career progression, and up-to-date knowledge. It helps professionals stay competent, advance in their careers, and maintain professional credibility. We usually start around 2 p.m. at The Steam Engine pub, following the earlier Brunch event. The pub offers a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to suit all tastes and burgers for those who missed the brunch. It is worth noting that whilst the event is free, the food and drinks aren't. Come thirsty, curious, and ready to have a great time!

South London Tech Community Days: November 2026 Brunch

This event is open to anyone who works in or is interested in the tech industry, whether you are a developer, designer, engineer, entrepreneur, student, or hobbyist. You can meet new people, share your experiences, learn from others, and find potential collaborators or mentors. Attending the brunch club also earns you [Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points](https://gcs.civilservice.gov.uk/how-to-get-cpd-points). CPD offers numerous benefits, including skill enhancement, career progression, and up-to-date knowledge. It helps professionals stay competent, advance in their careers, and maintain professional credibility. The event starts at Grill on the Hill, which offers a variety of dishes and beverages to suit your preferences and dietary needs. We'll group in 4's, get to know each other and enjoy fantastic food. Please note that this is a ticketed event to secure the brunch venue. Purchasing a ticket ensures admission to the event but does not include food or drink at the restaurant or the pub afterwards. Come hungry, curious, and ready to have a great time!

Asia Fusion: Tech, AI & Culture | Networx London x AspirASIAN (Dataiku)

Welcome to Networx London for a special **Asia Fusion:** **Tech & AI** evening in partnership with **AspirASIAN**, the Asian Culture Employee Resource Group (ERG) at Dataiku. This collaboration brings together technology, business and Asian culture, connecting founders, entrepreneurs, AI and technology professionals, investors, innovators and business leaders from across London's diverse ecosystem. Through our partnership with AspirASIAN, we're adding an Asian cultural dimension to the Networx experience while creating a space to exchange ideas, build meaningful connections and explore opportunities across AI, innovation and technology. It's also an opportunity to share experiences, perspectives and celebrate the contributions shaping London's Asian tech community. 📍 **Venue: Lucy Wong** A stylish venue in the heart of Fitzrovia, providing a relaxed setting for after-work networking and meaningful conversations. 📅 **Event Schedule** **18:30 – 19:00** \| Welcome & Warm Introduction **19:00 – 19:30** \| Open Networking **19:30 – 21:30** \| Networking\, Tech Conversations & Connections 💡 **Why Attend?** Founders, entrepreneurs, AI and technology professionals, investors, engineers, innovators, business leaders and anyone interested in technology, innovation, Asian culture and international business connections. 👥 **Who Should Attend:** Startup founders, entrepreneurs, **VCs, angel investors**, tech professionals, developers, product leaders, business owners and professionals working across **technology, innovation and investment**. 📸 **Event Photography:** Photos and videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. Follow our **LinkedIn** page for upcoming events, community highlights, partnerships and opportunities. **WhatsApp** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CqELVmSFMTbGsJN0y0X1KW?s=sh&p=a&mlu=4](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CqELVmSFMTbGsJN0y0X1KW?s=sh&p=a&mlu=4 "https://chat.whatsapp.com/CqELVmSFMTbGsJN0y0X1KW?s=sh&p=a&mlu=4")

London.js at VEED.IO on Wednesday 28th October 2026

Only a couple more events to go for 2026. We're back with our friends over at VEED who have kindly offered to host & sponsor our October event. Join London.js on **Wednesday 28th October 2026** from **6pm** hosted by **VEED.IO.** 📣 Register now to avoid disappointment as London.js access is limited and spaces fill fast! Doors open at 6:00pm, talks starts at 6:30pm, ends \~9pm (sometimes we like to continue networking / chats at a local pub so stick around if you'd like). Address - 17-18 Clere Street, EC2A 4LJ Map - [https://maps.app.goo.gl/fX5nME1fF2wLtfHZA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/fX5nME1fF2wLtfHZA) **Our** **October Talks 🌈💻🌍** **Joséphine Parquet** - *Head of API Product at VEED* \- "Prompt to Video: Building a Video\-Editing Agent" **Sam Starling** - *Founding Engineer at Semaloop* \- "Using LLMs to punch above my weight" **Our Sponsors, VEED.** VEED is the world’s largest AI-powered video creation platform (Ahrefs), trusted by 76% of Fortune 500 companies. With over 10M+ people using the platform every month, VEED builds creative and impactful AI tools, suitable for all levels and purposes - from social media creators to enterprise businesses to solopreneurs and more. Learn more about VEED [here](https://www.veed.io/). *Come to London.js & learn more about the changing face of JavaScript.* *We're a very inclusive meet-up representing a diverse community of awesome engineers 🌈* **The London.js organisers** **James McLeod**, Open Source Program Lead, NatWest Group [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmcleod/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmcleod/) **Jordan Potts**, Head of Technology, Albany Growth [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-potts-albany/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-potts-albany/) **Will Laing**, Co-Founder, Plan:it [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willhlaing/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/willhlaing/) [https://weareplanit.com/](www.weareplanit.com) ***Refreshments*** A variety of food & drink will be served. We will endeavour to cater for allergies & dietary requirements. This won't just be pizza & beer either... ***Things to note*** * A desire to explore JavaScript from different points of view is absolutely recommended * Feel free to bring your JS projects along * All engineering levels are welcome * Please RSVP to secure a place * Please ask plus 1's to sign up to the group & RSVP * Spaces are limited so techies get priority \-\-\- Code of conduct: [http://confcodeofconduct.com](https://confcodeofconduct.com/)

Career Accelerator

Your degree got you this far. Now it’s time to turn your potential into professional momentum. Breaking into the job market can be difficult. You may have the qualifications, but still find yourself wondering: \- Why isn’t my CV getting results? \- How do I stand out without years of experience? \- How do I build confidence when networking? \- What are employers actually looking for? \- And how do I prove what I can do before someone gives me the opportunity? CAP Summit is designed to help you start answering those questions. Join us for an interactive, career-focused event built for graduates, early-career professionals, and ambitious job seekers who want practical guidance, stronger professional confidence, and a clearer route into the career they want. ## What to expect This isn’t an event where you sit and listen. You’ll take part in practical activities designed around situations you’re likely to face in the real world — from introducing yourself confidently and joining conversations to understanding how to position yourself more effectively in today’s job market. You’ll explore: • Networking & Confidence — Learn how to approach people, join conversations naturally and make a stronger first impression. • Career Positioning — Understand how your CV, LinkedIn presence and professional identity influence how employers see you. • The Experience Problem — Discover ways to move beyond “I need experience to get experience” and start building evidence of what you can actually do. • What Employers Look For — Explore the professional behaviours and competencies that help people get hired and succeed once they enter the workplace. • Practical Career Direction — Leave with a clearer understanding of the areas you need to strengthen and the next steps you can take. ## Discover the Career Accelerator Programme You’ll also be introduced to CAP — the Career Accelerator Programme, a structured 12-week programme designed for people who are serious about building a career, not simply finding their next job. CAP combines professional development with experience inside a live business. Participants work on real projects, receive weekly one-to-one feedback and develop across seven professional competencies. The goal is simple: give you the skills, experience and evidence to compete for the career you actually want. ## Who should attend? CAP Summit is particularly relevant if you’re a: 🎓 Graduate trying to break into the professional job market 💼 Job seeker struggling to stand out 🚀 Early-career professional looking to accelerate your development 📈 Ambitious individual who wants practical experience rather than another certificate If you’ve worked hard to get where you are but still feel stuck, overlooked or unsure what your next move should be, this event is for you. ## Come ready to participate. Meet people. Practice. Ask questions. Challenge yourself. And leave with a clearer idea of what it takes to move from qualified on paper to credible in the workplace. Places are limited; reserve your place at CAP Summit today.

International Freelancers in London - Kings Cross Meetup

Looking to expand your network as a freelancer? You are in the right place! Join us for a relaxed social meetup where local and international freelancers in London can connect, share experiences and exchange ideas over a drink. This event is all about meeting people who have already sampled freelance life – or would like to give it a go. Our organiser Paul will welcome you on Wednesday 28h October from 6pm at The Marquis Cornwallis, a charming pub very close to Kings Cross station. **Important note:** Please send Paul a direct message if you plan to attend. **About this group:** This meetup is hosted by LondonFreelancers.co.uk , a new community for freelancers & freelance consultants in London. To find more meetups, events and activities we’re organising for the international freelancer community, follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/london-freelancers/ **Attention:** We’re currently looking for additional organisers to help host events in other London neighbourhoods – if you’re interested, get in touch!

Cloud Native London, November 2026

Hi folks! Welcome to our November Cloud Native London meetup! Join us to hear from our three great speakers and network with your fellow techies over pizza and drinks, or alternatively chat and following along on Youtube or LinkedIn! 6:00 Pizza and drinks 6:30 Welcome 6:45 Magentic Speaker TBC 7:15 Teleport Speaker TBC 7:45 Break 8:00 Surya Pandian, Truelayer (Talk TBC) 8:30 Wrap up See you there! Cheryl (@oicheryl) ***Check out [https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon](https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon) if you're interested in speaking or sponsoring.***

London Indies Halloween Special

We're thrilled to announce a special Halloween social in collaboration with GameMaker, who will be sponsoring drinks! Join us on **Friday, October 30th** at Baranis on Chancery Lane. We've chosen this central location to make it easier for everyone, particularly those who haven't been able to make our regular mid-week events. Arrive on time to enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks! Venue: [Baranis](https://baranis.co.uk/) Sponsor: [GameMaker](https://gamemaker.io/en)