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 …
As you move into senior and executive-level positions, the documents you need to include as part of a job application will change. One document you might be expected to prepare is an Executive Supporting Statement. This document is typically 1-2 pages long and is essentially a personal statement that accompanies your CV and allows you to talk in detail about …
If you have been on the job market for a while, you might be wondering why it seems like there are fewer opportunities available in the summer months. The truth is, there are many reasons for this. School holidays and annual leave mean that more out-of-office notifications are on than at most other times of the year. As a result, …