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First HR role - 6 month contract

Nikita

Hello!

I am looking for my first role in HR as I am coming from a finance background which I’ve worked in for about 4 years now since graduating. 
I have been offered a 6 month contract as a HR Administrator but am nervous about leaving a permanent role for a FTC for a short period of time and in a new industry. 

From your experience, is 6 months HR experience enough experience to outweigh the risks of a temporary role, in order to pursue this career path and get more HR roles after, or is it worth waiting for another opportunity for a longer time period or permanent role please?

I would be grateful for any advice! 

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  • Some companies use the 6 months to cover excess workload. If you take it, work your socks off and show that you can add value. I have seen lots of people either get kept on or made permanent by showing how productive they can be. Be sure to deliver your work to the highest standard and on time. Also show you are keen to be involved. This goes a long way. If you want to get into HR then go for it.
  • in reply to Graham
    Often FTCs are just another sort of probationary period
    As others have said I would focus on establishing what they are really about but I would go for it.
    I do not know your circumstances but one of my pet hates is risk averse HR people.
    Managing people is about managing risk.
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