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How to break into first HR role?

Sonam

Hi Everyone

Hope you are all well.

I have recently enrolled on a CIPD level 3 in human resource practice with ICS learn. I decided to study this course after leaving my scientific career last month. I graduated with a Bsc(Hon) Pharmaceutical & cosmetic science degree 5 years ago and worked in pharma labs . I have been thinking of a career change for a while and finally made the first step forward with studying this course.


Now I am looking to find some experience within the HR industry, I have applied for a few roles within the West Midlands but haven't had any response, I have also emailed some companies for voluntary work but again nothing. I've registered with specialist HR recruitment agencies, but they require you to have at least 6 months experience within an admin role. I believe I have brilliant transferable skills as my previous roles involved me being in the office environment (admin duties, report writing, problem solving etc..) as well as practical work. I have come from a strict working background and  think I can push myself and do really well. I did however take a two year gap from the science industry which involved a lot of admin work and customer service. Can anyone give any advice on how to secure my first role? Any further tips?

Thanks
Sonam

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  • Hello,

    It can be hard getting that first role in HR. Looking back I was quite fortunate to secure one of the few HR placements locally as part of my bachelors degree, which then gave me 1 years experience. Have you looked for any internships as I think for temporary roles they may be more willing to employ someone with less experience or even voluntary work? If you contact charities they may be able to offer some voluntary work within their HR department - I did this for a while alongside my MSc.

    Good luck with your job search!

    Amy
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  • Hello,

    It can be hard getting that first role in HR. Looking back I was quite fortunate to secure one of the few HR placements locally as part of my bachelors degree, which then gave me 1 years experience. Have you looked for any internships as I think for temporary roles they may be more willing to employ someone with less experience or even voluntary work? If you contact charities they may be able to offer some voluntary work within their HR department - I did this for a while alongside my MSc.

    Good luck with your job search!

    Amy
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