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Stephanie

Hello everyone,

I have recently obtained my level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice and am looking to move into pure HR career move. I have held some HR type roles in my previous job as a PA such as helping with recruitment and onboarding. I have been lucky enough to have had two HR job interviews but I was not successful. 

Does anyone have any tips about where to start? I don't mind starting at entry levels even getting on an apprenticeship scheme. Will my age be a factor? I know it shouldn't be but that is not always the reality. I still have a good 15 years until I reach retirement age. 

Thank you,

Stephanie

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  • Welcome to the community and congratulations on your studies. I'd echo the feedback you have received so far especially from Dare.

    I'd add, review your CV and application. Position the skills and experience you bring front and centre especially in the roles where you have HR experience although not with an HR job title to match.

    Some recruitment processes sadly overlook prior experience and we can often downplay it but this makes you a different candidate to others who might lack that business experience and you could turn it to your advantage.

    Similarly, when you get to interview, think about all your experience not just that purely badged or related to your HR qualification. This could make you a more appealing, rounded candidate and show that you are actively interested and committed - you've re-trained to show that- and you are learning. I'm sad to say that age discrimination is alive and well and we have to actively counter unspoken biases which some have about more experienced candidates applying for roles, especially those they might traditionally think are for people at a different stage of their career.

    Good luck and don't give up on your dreams.
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  • Welcome to the community and congratulations on your studies. I'd echo the feedback you have received so far especially from Dare.

    I'd add, review your CV and application. Position the skills and experience you bring front and centre especially in the roles where you have HR experience although not with an HR job title to match.

    Some recruitment processes sadly overlook prior experience and we can often downplay it but this makes you a different candidate to others who might lack that business experience and you could turn it to your advantage.

    Similarly, when you get to interview, think about all your experience not just that purely badged or related to your HR qualification. This could make you a more appealing, rounded candidate and show that you are actively interested and committed - you've re-trained to show that- and you are learning. I'm sad to say that age discrimination is alive and well and we have to actively counter unspoken biases which some have about more experienced candidates applying for roles, especially those they might traditionally think are for people at a different stage of their career.

    Good luck and don't give up on your dreams.
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