Top tier talent: Dockside will connect businesses to exceptional professionals

London has one of the most exciting economic and business landscapes in the world, with creative, financial and service sectors thriving simultaneously across the city’s many boroughs. The decision-making process behind geographically positioning a business’s primary workspace within the capital must consider connectivity, amenities and access to the best talent — something essential to building a healthy business capable of outshining its competitors. So what are London’s key talent pools, and how will businesses based at Dockside reach them?

Technology & Digital Innovation

London is home to some of the world’s foremost names in technology and digital innovation, and as research published by Bergur Thormundsson reveals, the size of the AI market in the UK is expected to grow beyond £20 billion by 2030; just one of many areas within tech and innovation thriving in the capital.

Located at the gateway to Canada Water, Dockside is advantageously positioned to connect businesses based within One and Two Dockside to some of the brightest minds in the field. Thanks to the exceptional transport connections offered by Canada Water station, Canary Wharf, Shoreditch and Old Street — sometimes referred to as the ‘Silicon Roundabout’ — are hotbeds of fintech, AI and digital marketing talent that are within easy reach.

Creative & Media

Long recognised as the epicenter of the global media industry, international creative talent has always flocked to the city’s flourishing creative and media sector. From advertising and marketing agencies to design studios and video production houses, workspace at Dockside offers proximity to a wealth of creative expertise clustered in overcrowded East London, Soho and Fitzrovia neighborhoods. Thanks to direct connections on the Overground network’s Windrush line and the high-speed Jubilee line, those working at Dockside can enjoy generous park and waterside spaces with ample amenities while retaining quick access to more densely packed areas.

Financial & Professional Services

Just a two-stop ride on the Jubilee line from Canary Wharf — one of the world’s most famous financial hubs — workspace at Dockside provides businesses with access to an impressive spectrum of financial services talent, including those working within financial institutions, insurance companies, investment firms and consultancies, making it a prime location for professionals specialising in finance, accounting and investment.

The Windrush Line connects Canada Water to the City of London, with a journey time of just 10 minutes to Shoreditch High Street and a short walk to the heart of the City, meaning that businesses based at Dockside will be able to easily connect and do business with experienced professionals within financial management, corporate strategy and legal services.

Logistics & Supply Chain

Uniquely positioned within the Rotherhithe Peninsula on the banks of the river Thames, Dockside’s access to the water and excellent transportation links make it an ideal location for businesses in the fields of logistics, supply chain management and distribution. With easy access to the river, the tube, rail and key roads, companies based in the area can recruit talent from industries focused on operations, logistics, and procurement from across the capital.

The growing focus on sustainability and the digitalisation of supply chain management is mirrored by Dockside’s ambitious ESG goals, meaning that businesses choosing to locate their teams here can rest assured that their headquarters reflect their values.

International Talent

London is celebrated for attracting superlative creative and business talent from across the globe, and the Rotherhithe Peninsula, encompassing Dockside and British Land and AustralianSuper’s Canada Water masterplan, will offer a blend of residential, commercial and culture and entertainment spaces that make it an attractive option for international professional, particularly those looking for proximity to London’s central business districts while enjoying a diversity of amenities and green spaces — not forgetting its short journey times to a number of key airports, including London City Airport, just a 17-minute ride on the Jubilee line and DLR away.

Find out more about connectivity and workspace at Dockside Canada Water.