Job searching
Great jobs come to those who wait
Recommendations (2)Recent research from Robert Walters found a significant gap between job seekers’ expectations of communication around the recruitment process and the reality you are likely to experience. Vicky Salt offers her top tips to help you prepare effectively.
Posted by Robert Walters on 01/02/2013
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Would you take your HR career outside London? (part 1 of 3)
Recommendations (6)Jennifer Gaster & Andy Lavey of HR Heads consider the merits of taking your HR career outside of London in part one of this series.
Posted by HR Heads on 24/09/2012
It’s time to raise the bar in your job search
Recommendations (5)If you’re active in the job market or just keeping a watching brief on your career, how can you aim higher? Richard Colgan, managing partner at Oakleaf, explains.
Posted by Oakleaf Partnership on 19/06/2012
What’s your flavour?
Recommendations (5)Your online brand can be a powerful tool for attracting job opportunities & giving you the edge over other candidates. Alex Raubitschek offers his top tips.
Posted by Advantage Professional on 07/06/2012
Working with recruiters in your interim career
Recommendations (5)Gordon Whyte, director at BIE Group, explains how to market yourself effectively as an HR interim
Posted by BIE Group on 23/05/2012
Do you speak like a business leader?
Recommendations (0)Leanne Morris, senior consultant at HR Professionals speaks to Mary Appleton about the current HR recruitment market, and reveals how to get noticed in a competitive arena.
Posted by HR Professionals on 21/05/2012
So you want to be an interim manager?
Recommendations (4)Ever considered becoming an interim? What are the benefits and drawbacks, what skills are sought-after, and how do you go about launching this career? Emma Flaherty reveals all to Mary Appleton in this Q&A.
Posted by VMA Group on 19/04/2012
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How to get yourself headhunted
Recommendations (10)Getting headhunted can seem a difficult prospect, particularly in the current jobs market. But with many senior HR roles being filled through headhunting, how can you give yourself the best chance of being noticed? Simon Bell offers his top tips.
Posted by Michael Page Executive on 28/03/2012
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How to work successfully with a recruiter
Recommendations (6)The job search can be potentially stressful for anyone seeking a new career. Here are some useful pointers to help you work effectively with recruitment consultants in your search.
Posted by Robert Walters - Asia on 16/03/2012
Tackling your job search in 2012
Recommendations (10)Looking for a new role this year? Top tips to help you get ahead in this competitive jobs market.
Posted by Alexander Lloyd on 16/03/2012
Online job searching - dos and don'ts
Recommendations (7)Have you ever Googled yourself? Chances are your potential new manager will do. More than 50% of employers use online resources to research candidates, according to a survey conducted by CareerBuilder.co.uk last year.
Posted by Michael Page on 16/03/2012
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How to find your ideal career
Recommendations (6)Where do you begin to search for your next job? Career coach Steve Nicholls offers these tips on how to decide what career is right for you.
Posted by Steve Nicholls Career Coaching on 14/03/2012
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From career planning to career exploring
Recommendations (6)Stuck in a career rut? Paul Deeprose offers tips to help you gain clarity and set yourself tangible career goals.
Posted by The Career Gym on 13/02/2012
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Stuck in a career rut? Don’t let it cloud your job search
Recommendations (11)Mary Appleton speaks to Gary Jones, director & consultant at recruitment firm First Counsel, to find out what he thinks 2012 holds for recruitment and why HR professionals need to stay positive in their job search this year.
Posted by Totum (formerly First Counsel) on 13/02/2012
Job seeking this year? Get organised online
Recommendations (6)In this age of savvy online practices, can you really afford to be left behind? David Johnston provides 5 must-dos for HR professionals looking to secure a new role this year.
Posted by Handle on 06/02/2012
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Want to take the plunge? How to take the risk out of job & career change
Recommendations (6)What’s stopping you from taking the plunge and going all out for the job or career you really want?
Posted by Caroline Talbott Ltd on 24/01/2012
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Want a career change? Take stock of yourself
Recommendations (7)2012 is here and it's time to take the steps toward your ideal career. Career coach Steve Nicholls tells you how.
Posted by Steve Nicholls Career Coaching on 11/01/2012
Registering with a recruitment agency - why bother?
Recommendations (8)What are the benefits of an HR professional registering with a recruiting agency?
Posted by Alexander Lloyd on 08/12/2011
Get innovative & get the job you want
Recommendations (9)Barney Ely, director of HR Recruitment at Hays Human Resources speaks to Mary Appleton about the current recruitment landscape, what HR skills are in demand, and offers his top tips to help you demonstrate to potential employers why they should invest in you.
Posted by Hays on 14/11/2011
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How to fire out of the blocks in your job search
Recommendations (13)The starting gun’s fired, and you’re off. What are the first steps to take when looking for a new job? James Cumming, director at Michael Page Human Resources, offers his advice to job seekers.
Posted by Michael Page on 12/10/2011
How can you make the most of your recruiter?
Recommendations (6)Looking for a new job can be a daunting prospect for the most experienced professionals. Barney Ely, director at Hays HR, offers advice on how HR professionals can make the most of recruitment consultancy.
Posted by Hays on 06/09/2011
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Stand out from the crowd in your job search
Recommendations (9)Aileen Brown, director at Hays Human Resources, shares her top tips on how to stand out from the crowd when looking for a new job.
Posted by Hays on 28/07/2011
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Securing top talent in a turbulent climate
Recommendations (4)Research recently conducted by Hays and the CIPD on talent planning found that the war for talent is definitely back. So what can you do to manage your talent effectively? Julie Waddicor reveals.
Posted by Hays on 07/07/2011
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How to get time back on your side
Recommendations (3)In today's high pressured business world, there are never enough hours in the day. Clive Davis offers tips on working smarter and avoiding productivity-sapping pitfalls.
Posted by Robert Half on 24/06/2011
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How to deal with multiple job offers
Recommendations (5)Julie Waddicor, Director at Hays Human Resources, advises on what to do when you choosing between multiple job offers and counter offers.
Posted by Hays on 20/06/2011
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When the going gets tough...how to maintain momentum in your job search
Recommendations (8)Looking for a job in today’s competitive recruitment market takes time, energy, effort and bucket loads of motivation and resilience. So what can you do if you hear thank you, but no thank you?
Posted by Belinda Coaten on 20/05/2011
The value of networking
Recommendations (4)Do people get jobs through networking? Do you believe it could work for you? In outplacement we emphasise the value of networking, not just as a means of finding a new role, but as a valuable tool for career management.
Posted by Fairplace on 16/05/2011
How to market yourself effectively in your job search
Recommendations (12)How can you market yourself effectively in this candidate driven market? Top tips from Ruth Miller to help you stand out from the competition in your job search.
Posted by Ruth Miller on 12/05/2011
Video: How to stay motivated in your job search
Recommendations (6)Staying motivated is easy when things are going well. How can you stay motivated in your job search when things prove difficult? Top tips on how to get the job you want.
Posted by careerplayer on 04/04/2011
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Changeboard Jobseeker Confidence Index - March 2011
Recommendations (3)The latest results of Changeboard's monthly Jobseekers Confidence Index survey measuring the optimism of HR jobseekers in the UK.
Posted by Rob Willock on 28/03/2011
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Jobseeking for professionals with additional needs
Recommendations (5)The job market is difficult for many at the moment, so how do you successfully find your first job, change your role or get back into the market if you have additional needs? If and when do you raise the issue? Will employers consider you?
Posted by City University London on 11/03/2011
Changeboard Jobseeker Confidence Index - February 2011
Recommendations (3)The latest results of Changeboard's monthly Jobseekers Confidence Index survey measuring the optimism of HR jobseekers in the UK.
Posted by Rob Willock on 28/02/2011
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Help your recruiter to help you - top tips
Recommendations (1)Effective recruitment consultants act as connectors, advisors and career guides, to help you maximise your chances of securing a new role. Clive Davis offers his top tips for getting the most out of the relationship.
Posted by Robert Half on 25/02/2011
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Is the recruitment industry really on the up?
Recommendations (1)In the wake of the financial crisis, many industry sectors are still suffering. Evette Orams discusses recent research into how the crisis has affected recruitment, and questions whether the future is as positive as it seems.
Posted by Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions on 23/02/2011
How to work effectively with recruiters
Recommendations (2)Developing a close relationship with your recruitment consultant can be the difference between landing your dream role and not even being aware it exists. But how do you get what you want from the relationship? Martyn Wright explains.
Posted by Robert Walters on 14/02/2011
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The power of your network in your career
Recommendations (0)How powerful is your network? James Uffindell explains why offline and online networking are crucial to help you secure new business opportunities, new roles and advance your career.
Posted by Bright Network on 31/01/2011
Changeboard Jobseeker Confidence Index - January 2011
Recommendations (0)The latest results of Changeboard's monthly Jobseekers Confidence Index survey measuring the optimism of HR jobseekers in the UK.
Posted by Rob Willock on 28/01/2011
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Take a strategic approach to jobseeking
Recommendations (2)Bill Haynes, CEO of recruitment consultancy Verridian Plc, explains how senior executives should approach job hunting and interviews in 2011.
Posted by Verridian on 21/01/2011
Mapping the new routes to work?
Recommendations (0)Every attempt to approach someone about the possibility of help in finding work must be tailored.
Posted by Chiumento on 14/12/2010
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The new rules of business networking
Recommendations (0)Networking is changing from a formal activity to something more social. Geraldine Brooks offers some rules for business people looking to use networking in the new way.
Posted by T-Mobile on 10/12/2010
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Grow as an HR professional and specialise your skills
Recommendations (0)The demand for specialist HR professionals is increasing, however there appears to be a skills shortage in the market. Michael Oliver provides advice to HR professionals looking to focus their skills and specialise.
Posted by Advantage Professional on 26/11/2010
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How can I tackle temping?
Recommendations (0)Temporary work is on the increase, so how can you turn your hand to temporary employment? Clive Davis discusses the benefits of working as a temporary employee and how you should tackle your job search as a temp.
Posted by Robert Half on 22/11/2010
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How to get a good experience from your recruitment consultant
Recommendations (1)It’s certainly not easy at the moment being a jobseeker. So in this tough climate, how can you get the most out of your recruiter?
Posted by Courtenay HR on 14/06/2010
ProspectSoft: NCWE award winner
Recommendations (0)ProspectSoft won the '10-250 employees' category at the recent NCWE awards.
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
SaltireFoundation/Wood Group - NCWE awards highly commended
Recommendations (0)SaltireFoundation/Wood Group were highly commended in the 'Best Work Experience Provider - as nominated by a student' category at the recent NCWE awards.
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Which? NCWE awards winners
Recommendations (0)Which? were winners in the 'charity' category at the recent NCWE awards
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Emerald Group Publishing: NCWE awards highly commended
Recommendations (0)Emerald Group Publishing were highly commended in the 'Best Work Experience Provider - as nominated by a careers adviser, jobshop or placement tutor' category at the recent NCWE awards.
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
GSK & R&D: NCWE award finalists
Recommendations (0)GSK were finalists in the 'Best Work Placement Diversity Scheme' category at the recent NCWE awards
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Yorkshire Forward: NCWE awards highly commended
Recommendations (0)Yorkshire Forward were highly commended in the 'Long term placements employing less than 20 students (4-12 months)' and 'public sector' categories at the recent NCWE awards.
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Bryson Family Services: NCWE awards highly commended
Recommendations (0)Bryson Family Services were highly commended in the 'charity' category at the recent NCWE awards
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Audiences North East: NCWE awards winner
Recommendations (0)Audiences North East were the winners of the 'Under 10 employees' category at the recent NCWE awards
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Accenture: NCWE awards highly commended
Recommendations (0)Accenture was highly commended in the 'Long term placements employing more than 20 students (4-12 months)' category and a finalist in the 'Short term placements (0-3 months)' category at the recent NCWE awards.
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
TUI Travel: NCWE awards overall winners
Recommendations (0)TUI were overall winners at the recent NCWE awards, and champions of the 'Long term placements employing less than 20 students (4-12 months)' and 'New placement schemes (within last 2 years' categories).
Posted by The National Council for Work Experience on 03/05/2010
Internships: unlocking graduate potential during challenging times
Recommendations (0)The impact of the recession has hit graduates hard. Chris Birch discusses how universities can help to build future talent pipelines for businesses through internship schemes.
Posted by Thames Valley University on 19/04/2010
Graduate jobseekers take a ‘hit and hope’ approach as competition for jobs increases
Recommendations (0)Clodagh Bannigan of Alexander Mann Solutions, discusses what new research into the graduate jobsmarket means for employers.
Posted by Clodagh Bannigan, head of client services, Alexander Mann Solutions on 07/03/2010
What types of work experience placements are available for students?
Recommendations (0)There are so many different variations of work experience, but what do they all mean?
Posted by RateMyPlacement.co.uk on 05/10/2009
“We don’t need no education” – what to do if further education is not the right option for you
Recommendations (0)Adecco offers advice to graduates considering entering the workplace
Posted by Adecco on 05/10/2009
How can students make a success of their placement or internship?
Recommendations (0)The key to ensuring your successful placement or internship
Posted by RateMyPlacement.co.uk on 05/10/2009
Why bother with a work placement or internship? Getting a foot in the door
Recommendations (0)Why is it paramount for today's students to undertake a work placement or internship in the current climate?
Posted by RateMyPlacement.co.uk on 05/10/2009
One in three graduates disenchanted as employers fail to meet expectations
Recommendations (0)As the first national survey to explore the realities of graduate jobs exposes the failed promises of UK businesses, Graduate Prospects calls for employers to take heed and harness talent as a means to economic growth.
Posted by Graduate Prospects on 05/10/2009
The graduate recruitment challenge
Recommendations (1)With fewer graduate vacancies this year and more applications than ever before, how can graduates stand out from the crowd? What is it that employers are really looking for?
Posted by Changeboard on 05/10/2009
Graduates vs. the career crunch
Recommendations (0)First came the credit crunch, then the career crunch. Numbers of graduates are continuing to grow but the graduate job market is shrinking as firms struggle with keeping their balance sheets tidy. So, how exactly has the graduate job market changed in the past few months, and what measures can graduates take in the current economic climate to ensure that they don’t find themselves on the wrong career path or queuing at the job centre?
Posted by Mendas on 05/10/2009
Time for graduates to focus
Recommendations (0)Starting a career today is not as straightforward a task as it has been in previous years. There is no doubt that the economic climate is hitting business hard and impacting on graduate prospects, but there are still many opportunities and routes to consider. More than ever it is important for graduates to be focused.
Posted by BraveNewTalent.com on 05/10/2009
How Generation Y can adapt to beat the downturn
Recommendations (0)Fuelling the ‘unemployment’ debate monopolising the business community, figures from the Office of National Statistics show that the number of people out of work in the UK has now reached 1.92 million.
Posted by Changeboard on 05/10/2009
Graduate jobseekers: standing out in a recession
Recommendations (0)With unemployment on the rise, it’s tougher than ever to stand out against a growing pool of candidates. To successfully secure permanent work, graduates must broaden their horizons without compromising on their ultimate career goals.
Posted by Changeboard on 05/10/2009
Graduate recruitment: plugging the skills gap
Recommendations (0)The economic crisis has hit graduates hard. Competition for jobs is high and many are unable to find work in their sector of choice, making an open-minded approach a must.
Posted by Changeboard on 05/10/2009
