One of the most frustrating parts of any job search is waiting to hear back on the progress of your application. In the UK, employers now receive an average of 280 applications per role. As a result, recruiters can become overwhelmed and hiring processes take longer. Being proactive in your job hunt can help set you apart from the crowd …
Recruitment is time and resource-consuming for companies, so hiring managers are always seeking new ways to make the process more efficient and streamlined. Over the past few years, technology has played a huge role in recruitment. There are two key technologies that have an impact on job seekers: Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). As a result, many …
Writing an engaging and impactful CV and Cover Letter is the first stage of a successful job hunt. But there is another part of the process that makes people nervous, no matter how extensive their career history is: the job interview. The impression you make in a job interview is usually what determines if your application is successful or not. …
As your career progresses, you may find yourself in a frustrating position: your job title doesn’t match the scope of your responsibilities. As a result, your job title can sometimes undersell your experience. If recruiters use this as a filter, it could result in you being overlooked. Luckily, there are ways to position your experience effectively on your CV to …
When you are busy with juggling your day-to-day responsibilities, you can easily forget about significant career milestones – especially if your workplace doesn’t have a structured feedback process in place. This means that when applying for new roles and updating your CV, coming up with key examples of your successes can be a challenge. Creating an achievements tracker means that …
Most people scan job adverts for key information such as: Job titles Salary bands Location Executives, on the other hand, need to analyse job adverts like a strategist. The competition for roles is fiercer than ever. Across the HR sector, for example, each open role receives an average of 129 applications. When you can read between the lines of a …
A little detective work can go a long way in your job search. Traditionally, job searching involves browsing job boards, selecting roles that are relevant to your experience or career goals, and then sending off your application. A more proactive approach can transform your job hunt. With proactive outreach, you can discover new opportunities, build strong professional relationships, and create …
Speculative applications involve contacting a company to enquire about a position you’re interested in when they aren’t actively recruiting for the role. Like any other job application, speculatively applying for a role means sending a CV and a Cover Letter. However, you need to make some adjustments to impress potential employers outside of a regular recruitment process. Even if they …
As we approach the end of the year, lots of people start to think about making a change in their careers. It’s important to be aware of what trends are going to dominate the job market in 2024 when thinking about your next move. You might be thinking about moving to a new company, applying for more senior positions or …
When searching for a new job, taking the time to research a potential employer is an important step in the process. Whether you’re making a career change, seeking a specific role, or have your sights on a particular employer, you need to understand not only whether you are a good fit for the company, but also what it will be …