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Getting an HR entry level position?

Ben
Hi all, I’m currently studying my CIPD Level 3 Foundation Diploma in HR Practice, and am hoping this will either lead to me going into an entry level HR position either on completion or during the course. However, I am really struggling to even get an interview with most companies advertising for entry level HR positions. I know the recruitment climate is tough just now, but just wondering if anyone had any advice on how I can edge myself that further forward? Just to give you all a bit of background – I don’t have any work place HR experience...I work as an administrator within the financial services industry. I’d really appreciate any pointers/advice that anyone can give me. Thank you! Ben.
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  • Hi everyone!

    Thanks so much for your words of encouragement - these really meant a lot!

    I have today been offered a position as an HR Apprentice with a large, reputable company in Dundee. I am so chuffed and over the moon!

    I will still continue with my CIPD course, but an so glad I have finally started on what I hope to be a long career ladder within the HR profession!
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    Hi Ben,

    Congratulation to your first HR role, it's good to see that is not impossible to get into HR and your story gave me a bit of hope. I am in a similar situation as you were. I have a little HR experience and I’m currently studying my CIPD Level 3 Foundation Diploma in HR Practice. I worked as an Office Manager and assisted in HR admin for a fin-tech startup. This is my 5th month without a job. I try to do my best, but it's very hard. I would like to ask you what platform did you use for your job search or what is your suggestion about what is the best way to search and apply for jobs? I am over 25, so I won't fit in the current government program where they support the employers to hire graduate students.
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  • in reply to Ben
    Hi Ben,

    Congratulation to your first HR role, it's good to see that is not impossible to get into HR and your story gave me a bit of hope. I am in a similar situation as you were. I have a little HR experience and I’m currently studying my CIPD Level 3 Foundation Diploma in HR Practice. I worked as an Office Manager and assisted in HR admin for a fin-tech startup. This is my 5th month without a job. I try to do my best, but it's very hard. I would like to ask you what platform did you use for your job search or what is your suggestion about what is the best way to search and apply for jobs? I am over 25, so I won't fit in the current government program where they support the employers to hire graduate students.
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