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Advice

With today's internet-driven recruitment giving you access to countless agencies, finding the right service can be daunting. Here are our tips for success.

Identifying the right Recruiters

Call the agency before you send your CV. A good recruiter will welcome your interest and the personal approach. Use the opportunity to assess the recruiter's level of knowledge and service, find out what you'd like to know about the role and sell yourself. Be positive and set yourself apart from those that are merely interested in 'anything'.

Organise your job search

Keep a record of which agencies you have spoken to and the roles that they have discussed with you, so that you have a clear understanding of who has sent your CV to which company. Be firm and fair about who you allow to represent you and never allow an agency to submit your CV to a hiring manager that already might have it. Remember that it is your right to know where your CV is being sent.

Covering Letter

Accompany your CV with a covering letter for each role that you wish to apply for. It doesn't have to be lengthy; a couple of concise paragraphs to summarise your expertise, relevance and enthusiasm to give the reader some compelling reasons to take a closer look at your application.

A Good CV

What constitutes a good CV is subject to endless debate. The only opinion that really counts is that if the individual employer. So wherever possible, take into account what the employer is seeking and highlight your relevant experience accordingly. Don't leave the reader in any doubt that you have the necessary skills and experience. Regard your CV as a template that can be altered to place emphasis on certain experience if the situation requires. Above all, be honest.