20 May 2015

The Recruitment Process – how to get your dream job!

Samantha Lee – Bond Dickinson LLP

The Recruitment Process

Step 2Job

Description and Person

Specification

Step 1Job Analysis

Step 3 CV Sifting and

Shortlisting

Step 4 Preparing for the interview

Step 5Interview and

selection

Step 6On-boarding

How to find a job

Making the application

• CV v Application form

• Strong competition for vacancies

• First introduction to an organisation

• Will be what gets you the interview (or not!)

• Likely to be the basis for interview

• Informative and persuasive

What are recruiters looking for?

• Core competencies to ensure fairness and consistency

• Individuality

• Personality

• Enthusiasm and passion

• A reason to interview you!

Covering Letters

• Are they necessary?• Do your research• Don't just repeat your CV• Demonstrate you understand the role• Highlight your strengths• Keep it snappy• Tailor it• Check, check and check again!

Your online footprint

On-Boarding

Questions?

Keep in touch

Samantha Lee

sam.lee@bonddickinson.com

@sammylee75 or @BondDTrainees