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David

Hi all,

I'm looking for some career advice. I currently work as a Social-Care Worker. I passed my Level 3 certificate in Human Resources last month and I am looking to studying the Level 5 Certificate in HR Management when I secure my placement first. I'm very keen to move out of the care sector to become a HR Advisor but am struggling and feeling very disengaged with the recruitment and selection into HR. I have attended many interviews, I just haven't been lucky enough yet to get a start date. I have limited experience in terms of HR, and most of my background is Call Centre. 

I look on recruitment sites daily and I send my CV and cover letter when I find the appropriate jobs, however, I am also sending emails to employers offering my services one day a week free. I am not able also to secure my placement to get more experience that way either. I wonder if there's anything I'm doing wrong or is anyone able to offer me any advice? I am really keen to progress into HR and learn a lot more. I have attended Labour Relations Agency for employment law seminars. 

Thank You,
David Murphy (Associate CIPD)

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  • Hi David,
    What level are you currently applying for within HR? Without experience, I'd suggest entry-level roles, HR Assistant, HR Administrator etc.
    Tracey's advice to tailor your CV and application accordingly is spot on.
    You explained that you've had many interviews - have you tried obtaining feedback from those interviews? That's usually a good place to understand where you could improve as it might be interview technique that you could refine.
    Regards
    Mark
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  • Hi David,
    What level are you currently applying for within HR? Without experience, I'd suggest entry-level roles, HR Assistant, HR Administrator etc.
    Tracey's advice to tailor your CV and application accordingly is spot on.
    You explained that you've had many interviews - have you tried obtaining feedback from those interviews? That's usually a good place to understand where you could improve as it might be interview technique that you could refine.
    Regards
    Mark
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  • in reply to Mark
    Hi Mark,
    Yeah I am applying for entry-level roles within HR and I am getting interviews but none converting at this stage. My CV was done by a careers advisor at Belfast Met and my cover letter. I have it tailored to a fine tune.
    I have asked for many feedback, and I get mixed reports.
  • in reply to David
    Sounds like your interview style needs more work then if you are getting lots of interviews. You will rarely get quality interview feedback as people think it opens them up to risks. Best bet is to find a HR professional or experienced line manager to give you a mock interview or two.