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Operations Manager Trying to get into HR

Adam

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1 Apr, 2017 20:58

I am currently an Operations Manager looking to make a career in HR. I am applying to entry-level roles and graduate schemes and am also considering starting a CIPD qualification online.

I have read a few other posts about the balance between experience and qualifications and was wondering if my experience as a manager i.e. managing absence and conduct processes, delivering training and using SAP software (including SuccessFactors) would be useful? I also acted as a Board Manager at an assessment centre for my company's graduate intake last year, and as part of an interview for a Learning & Development Business Partner role within said company I researched and created a 90 day plan as if I were successful in obtaining the role (alas I wasn't as it was a bit of a stretch, but at least I tried!).

I suppose what I am asking is:

1. Would a CIPD qualification be beneficial to my job search? If so, which level?

2. Is managerial experience relevant at all? I am leading with it in my CV/applications and am unsure if it is worthwhile.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Adam

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  • Jenni

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    12 Apr, 2017 12:20

    Hi Adam,
    Have you seen the other threads on this subject? www2.cipd.co.uk/.../search there may be some helpful tips to aid your transition and possibly answer the above questions.

    Thanks
    Jenni

  • Elizabeth Divver

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    13 Apr, 2017 19:15

    Hi Adam

    It will help you if you can say you are studying for a CIPD qualification. As to which level, I think the answer to that question is closely related to the answer to your second question, and it's all about how you position yourself and the level of HR job you target in your search for an HR role. A recruiting manager needs to be convinced that you will fit into their team, and if an experienced manager is applying for a relatively junior role, then the obvious question is how comfortably that person will fit into a relatively junior role - you have been used to running your own team, being the decision-maker etc so how will you adapt to the change in status?

    I would still lead with your experience but ensure, as I am sure you are, that you are putting as much as possible of the emphasis on managing absence and performance and delivering training.
  • Adam

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    14 Apr, 2017 15:23

    In reply to Jenni:

    Thanks for the response Jenni, I will definitely have a read through some of the threads!
  • Adam

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    14 Apr, 2017 15:24

    In reply to Elizabeth Divver:

    Thanks for your advice Elizabeth.