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Each company or organisation has a different process for recruiting staff. Some might ask you to submit an application form. Others will want a
close curriculum vitae (CV) A document to present your skills and qualifications effectively and clearly - commonly known as a CV .
An application form asks you to provide your:
A CV should include your:
You can submit a CV "on spec". This means that you submit it in the hope that a manager or recruiter will approach you with a role that matches your skills and experience.
A cover letter should accompany your application form or CV. It is short, introduces you, and explains why you are applying. You can find good examples of cover letters online.
There are a few ways that a manager or recruiter will assess if you’re right for the job.
This is the most common form of assessment. Your prospective employer will ask you to come and meet them for a face-to-face discussion of the role, and your suitability.
The employer may phone you for a chat. They will want to know how well you communicate and to get an outline of your skills and experience.
Some companies may ask you to complete a test of your literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills.
Some companies may ask you to give a presentation. It could be based on your own experience, or they may ask you to prepare a talk on a particular topic related to the role.
The employer may ask you to perform a task in cooperation with other candidates to judge how well you work with others.