Once known as 'the city of a thousand trades' Birmingham has a rich history of employment. The city now provides a large percentage of Britain's banking and financial careers, whilst also providing roles within the Public Sector and Retail.

Birmingham also hosts a well established I.T industry, featuring prestigous organisations such as Phillips, Logica SMG and Accenture.

The city's basis of it's now varied culture comes from its vast history of music, theatre and art. Birmingham features professional theatres and art galleries throughout the city.