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Advice for someone struggling to secure their first role in HR

Emily

Hello, I'm looking for some advice.

I started my CIPD Level 3 Diploma in February which I am on track to completing and passing in December, I also have a Foundation Degree in Business, which is where my passion of HR came from. Since starting my Diploma I have applied for numerous HR administrator roles in which I have always gotten the same feedback that they really like me, I answer questions well and confidently but when it ultimately comes down to it other candidates have more experience. 

I do have some experience of working in HR as I undertook a work placement as part of my Foundation Degree and I have worked in admin roles for the last 3 years. I was unfortunately made redundant at the beginning of August and have since been able to get a temporary role. 

This has really knocked my confidence and motivation as I feel as though i'll never be able to get a job in HR.

What helped you secure your role?

What do you look for in suitable candidates?

Does anyone have any advice that they could give me? Anything is appreciated.

Thanks in advance, 

Emily

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  • Emily, for some reason I expect it to be easier to get into entry level HR than other teams because we often recommend and encourage other teams to look beyond the CV, the experience they have, look at their transferable skills, voluntary work, ability to learn etc. We are the same sadly and consistently I hear functions going for experience over potential or ability.

    There are some good tips below. The following might be good options if you can afford to do them: placements, write and offer a 'try before you buy' option, graduate schemes, temporary work or look for short term contracts - these often turn into permanent or can do if you do a great job and give you the experience you might be lacking on the CV.

    I'd also take a look at your CV and think does it showcase my transferable skills to the best of its ability and also focus on the interview practice. How can you show you have the skills even if the work you did to develop them wasn't in HR?

    This might be helpful in overcoming their concerns. A good career coach might worth investing in. I did this when I looked to move into HR from Line and Project Management. It really helped me land that first HR role. Good luck.
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  • Emily, for some reason I expect it to be easier to get into entry level HR than other teams because we often recommend and encourage other teams to look beyond the CV, the experience they have, look at their transferable skills, voluntary work, ability to learn etc. We are the same sadly and consistently I hear functions going for experience over potential or ability.

    There are some good tips below. The following might be good options if you can afford to do them: placements, write and offer a 'try before you buy' option, graduate schemes, temporary work or look for short term contracts - these often turn into permanent or can do if you do a great job and give you the experience you might be lacking on the CV.

    I'd also take a look at your CV and think does it showcase my transferable skills to the best of its ability and also focus on the interview practice. How can you show you have the skills even if the work you did to develop them wasn't in HR?

    This might be helpful in overcoming their concerns. A good career coach might worth investing in. I did this when I looked to move into HR from Line and Project Management. It really helped me land that first HR role. Good luck.
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