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
