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Getting into HR

Sarah

Hi Everyone,

I am looking for some advice...I've just completed my CIPD Level 3 Certificate via self-study and I'm in the transition process of becoming a  member Associate member.  I have been looking for HR Assistant/Admin roles for about 9 months, but no luck past the interview stages so far, as most jobs want at least 2 years of HR experience. I have a number of years of experience in administration, but I'm not sure how I can show to potential employers that my skills are transferrable? I am being made redundant at Christmas, so the pressure is on to find something. I've tried for a few years to get into HR, but this is the 2nd time I've found myself being made redundant from a company that promises to progress their staff, so I decided to do my CIPD myself and try that route instead. The HR dept. where I work have arranged job shadowing for me (which I am loving). Should I add this to my CV, or would this not be classed as proper experience? Also, would you recommend setting up a LinkedIn profile - or would that not be a good idea as I'm trying to change careers?

Any advice on how I can make myself look appealing would be greatly appreciated! :-)

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  • Good Morning Sarah,

    Congratulations on completing level 3.

    Placing that you are shadowing is great on your CV, as even though employers may see that your not in an active role, you are however taking it upon yourself to still get some skills and training while in your normal role - very proactive.

    Have you also looked at volunteering in the third sector if you are able to? This will also allow you gain the experience required and can be placed on your CV as well.

    Linkedin is great for networking. You can add your HR team (if they are on) and any other HR connections you have, as sometimes roles are posted on there.
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  • Good Morning Sarah,

    Congratulations on completing level 3.

    Placing that you are shadowing is great on your CV, as even though employers may see that your not in an active role, you are however taking it upon yourself to still get some skills and training while in your normal role - very proactive.

    Have you also looked at volunteering in the third sector if you are able to? This will also allow you gain the experience required and can be placed on your CV as well.

    Linkedin is great for networking. You can add your HR team (if they are on) and any other HR connections you have, as sometimes roles are posted on there.
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