BE THE BEST CANDIDATE YOU CAN BE
DISCLAIMER
No one is a perfect candidate as suitability for a position varies. This guide will help you start your job search effectively and provide tips to become the best candidate.
PREPARE AND BE SERIOUS
When starting a job search, consider:
1. Why leave?
2. Goals for the next job
3. Career goals
4. Improve current job?
5. Availability to job search
6. Remaining holiday days
7. Preferred locations for work
THE CV
Keep your CV concise, covering your education, experience, responsibilities, and achievements on two to three pages. In your profile, state your career goals for each role you apply for. Keep your CV up-to-date and know it well.
BE CLEAR ABOUT WHAT YOU WANT
Reflect on your career goals and what you want from your next job. A good recruiter can advise you on how to get there. We are Recruitment Consultants, after all!
KNOW HOW YOU ARE GOING TO COMMUNICATE
It's important to communicate your preferred method of contact to your recruiter. This ensures that you're not constantly interrupted and that your recruiter isn't wasting time. Remember to follow through on your commitments to build trust and a positive relationship.
SALARY EXPECTATIONS
Knowing the salary you desire is important, but not a must-know. To determine your desired salary, consult with professionals in your field or a Recruitment Consultant. If you think you deserve a pay raise because you've been on the job for a while, ask yourself what value you add and how you can justify an increase in salary. Don't ask for a salary without researching first, or you may price yourself out of the market.
INTERVIEWS & FEEDBACK
To excel in your interviews, conduct thorough research on the company and interviewers, find commonalities, and align your accomplishments with the job requirements.
HAVE A GOOD REASON FOR LEAVING
Weak reasons for leaving your current employer can raise alarm bells for potential employers. If you're using a job search to negotiate a higher salary at your current company, consider why you have to resort to such measures.
REALISTIC AMBITIONS
Be ambitious, but realistic when it comes to your career goals. Know what you want to achieve and how to get there. Unrealistic expectations for a promotion may indicate a lack of skills or knowledge. While it's great to aim high, understand that it won't happen overnight.
GET THE RIGHT RECRUITER & LISTEN TO THEM
Connect with a specialised Recruitment Consultant and be open with them. A great Recruiter can be your career coach and provide valuable support in the short, medium and long term.
KNOW HOW TO SELL YOURSELF
Talk to your recruiter to identify your selling points. Avoid embellishing your CV as employers check references.
We hope you’ve found this guide useful. If you are ready to become the perfect candidate, or you're looking for a perfect candidate of your own, get in touch!