JOBS QUICK SEND CV REGISTER/LOGIN SHORTLIST GERMAN SITE Posts > Industry News > Job search: 3 steps to success BLOGS BY CATEGORY View all Industry News Company News Latest News TAG CLOUD Career Advice Site One Navartis Spotlight RELATED ARTICLES Job search: 3 steps to success 28/10/2021 READ MORE Contracting remains strong despite multiple challenges 14/09/2021 READ MORE Job search: 3 steps to success Posted by: Dan Stargatt 28/10/2021 Industry News Searching for a job can often be a tedious and time consuming process, registering with numerous job boards and searching and applying for jobs. So we want to offer you some advice on where to put your focus, which will help you towards achieving a more successful application. In this article we take a look at the three key elements that will enhance your chances of achieving that all important interview, so you can get in front of the decision maker and make your case as to why you are the perfect fit for the role and the business! TAILOR YOUR CV We really can’t stress enough how important it is for your CV to fit the job you are applying for. We appreciate that this means you may need more than one CV during your job search. But sticking to the ‘one CV fits all method’ just won’t cut it when you are up against other candidates who are putting the effort into tailoring their CV for the same job. Moving jobs is a big thing, so you need commit time and effort to your job search and the job application process. The best way to make sure your CV fits the job you’re applying for is to take time to read through the job spec and make sure your CV matches the key requirements, skills and experience that the employer is looking for. This helps the person reading your application to easily cross reference your CV with the job spec and decide that you have the necessary requirements to do the job. UPDATE LINKEDIN If you haven’t got a LinkedIn profile then the first thing you should do is set one up. LinkedIn is pretty much the go to place for any employer or recruitment consultant when it comes to finding talent. It’s essentially your online CV, as it includes your work history and education. It also includes added extras such as recommendations and skill endorsements. If you already have a LinkedIn profile then we suggest you make sure it is fully up to date before you start applying for jobs, so if an employer or recruitment consultant does take a look, they will see that it mirrors what is on your CV. WORK CLOSELY WITH A RECRUITMENT AGENCY Working with a recruitment agency you trust is genuinely a huge benefit and can massively increase your chance of securing the perfect new role. Having a Consultant proactively working with, who fully understands what you are looking for in your next role can only be a good thing right? Plus, agencies will have opportunities that aren’t always advertised, often consultants will have an understanding with hiring managers that if a candidate becomes available, that would fit their business, then they would like to speak with them. LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB? We have a huge number of great opportunities with great employers across the construction, civils, rail, power and telecoms sectors. Search our current construction jobs, civils jobs, rail jobs, power jobs and telecoms jobs. GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS If you are keen to discuss your current situation and want to find out how we can help you make your next career step then get in touch with our team of recruitment experts. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you and your career progress. Add new comment Name * Your email * Comment * Share this article RELATED JOBS Quantity Surveyor £30k - 45k per year Location: Greater Manchester Job type: Permanent Job Title: Quantity Surveyor, my client are also interested in hearing from Assistant Quantity Surveyor's looking for their next step Location: Manchester, ideal for those based in surrounding SHORTLIST APPLY 123 movie Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Accreditations Modern Slavery Policy Covid-19 Policy Sitemap Follow Us © 2020 Navartis Limited • Company Registration Number 05911986 • VAT Number GB898345560