How did you get into HR/ get your first role?

Hi Charlotte

I studied Psych and went on to PA roles which held HR responsibilities; recruitment, induction, paperwork, employee relations. I then got my HR Officer role as their first round of recruitment was unsuccessful (!) so unfortunately I do seem to find people get into HR by chance.

I would advise considering if you have transferable skills that you can emphasise/big up in your applications? E.G worked with confidential information, sought references, collated reports, supported well being initiatives etc.

I would also advise doing some training, ACAS have some great free online tutorials.

Good luck!!!

Hi Charlotte

I studied Psych and went on to PA roles which held HR responsibilities; recruitment, induction, paperwork, employee relations. I then got my HR Officer role as their first round of recruitment was unsuccessful (!) so unfortunately I do seem to find people get into HR by chance.

I would advise considering if you have transferable skills that you can emphasise/big up in your applications? E.G worked with confidential information, sought references, collated reports, supported well being initiatives etc.

I would also advise doing some training, ACAS have some great free online tutorials.

Good luck!!!