Career resources
The information in this section will provide helpful advice on how to tackle the job search process - from initial researching potential employers, to reworking your cv, interview techniques, networking, and effectively managing your relationship with a recruitment consultant.
Researching
How to identify potential employers, where to start researching, show you know your stuff...
CV writing
Ensure you don't get rejected at the first hurdle - essential information to make sure you position your skills and experiences in the best possible way.
Covering letter
It's important to explain why you're interested in the job and what you can offer that will make you stand out from the crowd - your covering letter is key.
Application forms
Application forms can be extensive, but the uniform approach gives everyone an equal chance to impress.
Defining competences
A competency is a particular quality that an organisation find desirable for their staff to possess. Be sure to understand how Competence Based Interviews work.
Interview technique
Be well prepared for an interview and ready to create a positive impression. No matter how well-qualified you are for a job, your personality and personal presentation will make the difference.
Assessment centres
Assessment centres are used to find out how candidates perform in various group situations, often modelled on real life work-based scenarios.
Psychometric testing
Along with personality and skills-based testing, employers are increasingly using structured, online testing models to differentiate long-listed candidates before inviting to interview. The key is to be prepared...
Networking
Business (and social) networking is all about creating a pool of contacts that you can utilise to progress your career.
Managing your recruitment consultant
Having a professional and productive relationship with a dedicated and specialist recruitment consultant could make a significant difference to your job search success.
