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.
Congratulation to your first HR role. It is good to see that it's not impossible to get into HR. Your story is giving me some hope. I am in a similar situation as you were. I worked as an Office Manager in a small fintech startup where I assisted in the recruitment process. I really enjoyed it, so that's why I wish to continue my career path to HR / L&D. I am also studying Level 3 Foundation Diploma in HR Practice. I lost my job 5 months ago and I didn't manage to get even 1 interview. I try to do my best and stay positive, but time to time it's very hard to get over on these low points. I would like to ask your suggestion about which platform did you find the best to apply for jobs and what keywords did you search for or any other tips that worked for you? I am over 25 so I don't know if could fit in an apprenticeship program.
Congratulation to your first HR role. It is good to see that it's not impossible to get into HR. Your story is giving me some hope. I am in a similar situation as you were. I worked as an Office Manager in a small fintech startup where I assisted in the recruitment process. I really enjoyed it, so that's why I wish to continue my career path to HR / L&D. I am also studying Level 3 Foundation Diploma in HR Practice. I lost my job 5 months ago and I didn't manage to get even 1 interview. I try to do my best and stay positive, but time to time it's very hard to get over on these low points. I would like to ask your suggestion about which platform did you find the best to apply for jobs and what keywords did you search for or any other tips that worked for you? I am over 25 so I don't know if could fit in an apprenticeship program.
