Build relationships with 1 or 2 select recruitment companies that specialise in the area you work in. Take the time to meet with them. They will approach you with suitable roles when they come up. Many of these aren’t even advertised and you don’t have to do anything, just wait for the calls to come[…]
Know what you want and then tailor your questions to that. At the new year, we all have big themes like promotion or more money, but little thought goes into what really makes us happy day to day. Will the jobs you are applying for, give you that? If having a thoughtful boss or car[…]
The ability to get the gossip, but not pass any on. Confidentiality in HR is obviously important, but it is also important to build relationships with the rest of the business, and keep your finger on the pulse. Colleagues in other departments need to trust you enough to pass on what is happening, what is[…]
Put your achievements outside of work on your profile. Speaking engagements, published articles, a link to your blog or twitter. These things allow me, as a recruiter, to build a picture of who you are and your passions. It helps you stand out and makes you seem approachable. It helps me, and ultimately hiring managers,[…]
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