The top companies hiring in August 2014

The top companies hiring in August 2014 by Michael Cheary The English summer is well and truly upon us…With it comes longer days, friendlier colleagues and even (shock, horror) a little bit of sun. And rain. That too. Also, possibly clouds. But mostly, sun*.For those happy with their current jobs, there’s almost no better time of year. But if you’re still struggling in a job that’s not right for you, your highlight of the month may well be no more than the return of the Great British Bake Off (sorry Mary). If so, it may be time to find something new.To help you start loving Mondays, here are some of the top companies hiring this August on reed.co.uk:Kellogg’sLooking to kick-start your career? Just grab a spoon…Founded as the Battle Creek Toasted Corn Flake Company on February 19, 1906, Kellogg’s is a name synonymous with breakfast. Their brands, including the likes of Rice Krispies, Special K, Nutri-Grain and Crunchy Nut, have become a vital part of the morning ritual for millions worldwide. Also, pos sibly lunch/dinner (if you’re that way inclined).They’re looking for Digital Content and Project Managers, Analytic Managers and Auditors to be part of their phenomenal growth plans over the next 12 months, and add to their 30,000 employees worldwide.Kellogg’s careers. They’re grrrrreat. Just ask Tony… (see also: snap, crackle and pop, possibly)Locations: Manchester.View all jobs with Kellogg’s now »Met PoliceWith some 55,000 officers and staff, covering a distance of over 620 square miles combined, the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is one of the capital’s largest employers. 7.2 million people rely on them every day to help make the streets of London a safer place to live, work and travel.Their current recruitment drive is focused on hiring Police Constables, Special Constables and Digital Forensic Specialists. If you want a career that really makes a difference to peoples everyday lives, apply today.Locations: London.View all jobs with Met Police now »OcadoOcado is an online supermarket, and the largest online food retailer. What’s more, it’s also been named the best online supermarket in the UK by Which? readers every year since 2010. Not bad going for a business that’s only just over 10 years old.They’re looking for Delivery Drivers and Customer Service Executives to join the team. Benefits include an excellent personal pension plan, incentive bonuses, and discounts on Dell products, theme parks and theatre tickets. Not to mention staff discount on all Ocado products, which could come in handy if you have a habit of overspending online.Ocado â€" Shopping (and careers) made easy.Locations: Throughout the UK.View all jobs with Ocado now »SercoYou hate Mondays because you hate your job. You should work for Serco…One of the world’s leading service companies, Serco has been delivering essential public services for more than 40 years. They have more than more than 40,000 employees working on behalf of a range of government and pri vate clients in over 30 countries worldwide.Serco deliver services that matter to millions of people around the world, including improving patient care with their health service, rehabilitating offenders in their prisons, providing safe travel on their transport systems and helping young people develop in their schools, to name just a few.They have hundreds of vacancies across a number of different and diverse industries, ranging from Leisure Assistants and Aerobics Instructors through to Drivers, Developers and Duty Managers. If you are interested in these, or almost any other position you can think of, start your search with Serco…Locations: Throughout the UK.View all jobs with Serco now »Virgin ActiveHeaded by the billionaire entrepreneur and international jetsetter-type person Richard Branson, Virgin Active run health clubs/gyms in 118 UK locations. They have over 1.1 million members worldwide, each of them trusting the Virgin Active teams to help them challenge the norm, pro vide excellent customer service and facilitate a fitter and healthier lifestyle.If you’re a fitness fanatic looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.And yes, membership is complimentary Live happily ever active.Locations: Throughout the UK.View all jobs with Virgin Active now »*reed.co.uk would like to point out that it was mostly sunny at time of writing. For a more up to date weather forecast, please consult Met Office or look out of window in local area.  Find a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Features