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Next step up the ladder.. when were you ready?

Joni

Hi all,

I've posted a similar post to this in the past so please forgive me if it sounds slightly repetitive! 

How long were you all in your first, entry level HR position before you moved up? I've been HR Admin for 3 and a half years now and am L3 qualified. Prior to that I have 2 years recruitment experience (admin/resourcing/some account management).

I recently interviewed for a HR admin position and I think the company was a bit surprised that I was still considering HR admin positions. Whilst I am keen to develop and progress, I still feel like I have some way to go before jumping up the ladder - and even then I'm not sure what the next step would be? HR Coordinator? Officer?

How long were you all in your first HR role for before taking the next step up? What key things should I be looking for in my next role in terms of progression and development? I love admin and enjoy it but do want something a bit more challenging and to learn new skills - and if I'm honest, I'm a little bit over being the office run around - I would like more authority and capacity to make decisions. Can I jump up a step and learn these skills along the way, or do I need them under my belt before I attempt to apply for something more senior? Or - is 3 and a half years not that long, and should I wait a wee while longer?

I hope this makes sense! Am feeling a bit static in terms of my career and not sure where to go from here.

Thanks,

Joni 

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  • I am a firm believer that when you're more junior in your career you should try and get as much exposure as possible so when you do decide to move you can draw from different experiences. Don't be afraid to make the jump to the next stage of your career...

    An employer will only give you a job if they feel you can do the job and I would expect that after that many years in an admin type role you'll have no problem stepping up making it a success!
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  • I am a firm believer that when you're more junior in your career you should try and get as much exposure as possible so when you do decide to move you can draw from different experiences. Don't be afraid to make the jump to the next stage of your career...

    An employer will only give you a job if they feel you can do the job and I would expect that after that many years in an admin type role you'll have no problem stepping up making it a success!
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