Graduate Job Advice, Tips and CV Help
We have asked a number of graduates working in recruitment to share their experience and advice about starting a career in this industry. See below to find out what it is really like to work in recruitment...
Dominic - Telecommunications Recruitment
Degree: MSci Physics, UCL, 2007
"The competiveness of this industry leads to some stressful days but rewarding achievements." Read more
John - IT Recruitment
Degree: Economics, University of Bath, 2006
"The feeling when you close someone or make a deal is fantastic, not just because you know it's a good amount of cash you've earned, but also because it's naturally fun and exciting. It's a very buzzy, vibrant industry." Read more
Josie - Supply Chain Recruitment
Degree: French, Bristol University, 2007
"Don't let horror stories put you off (competivity, hard sales). All kind of different people succeed in recruitment." Read more
Chris - Specialist Recruitment Agency
Degree: Business Management, Hartwick, USA, 2007
"Nothing beats the thrill of placing a candidate in a job they wanted, the client is happy they have secured their services and you can walk away with a hefty commission in your pocket!" Read more
Leonie - Pharmaceutical Recruitment
Degree: Physics, University of Westminster, 2000
"I love dealing with people, negotiating, closing, Business Development, client meetings, presentations. My job is different every day." Read more
Joy - Executive Search
Degree: PPE, University of Oxford, New College, 2004
"If you are motivated by people, interested in being intellectually challenged and learning in your career at the same time as using and developing your communication skills then I would strongly recommend pursuing a career in executive search." Read more
Max - Australia Based Recruiter
Degree: Psychology, Southampton University, 2002
"Recruitment is not a difficult job, it is relatively simple to become an average consultant for most educated people. The difference between good recruiters and great recruiters is the drive, passion and self determination. You have to instil this in your daily routines and push yourself." Read more
Olivia - International Telecommunications Recruiter
Degree: Classics, University of Glasgow, 2005
"The world of recruitment is hectic and busy, the people you work with will normally all be big characters and good fun to work with." Read more
Amanda - Executive Search
Degree: European Studies with French, University of Durham, 2007
"People encourage, help and support you in an adult working environment, where you can manage your own time as long as results are achieved." Read more
Anthony - Marketing Recruitment
Degree: American Studies, King's College, 2008
"Choose the right firm for you - there are many different styles out there and you need to make sure you find the right one!" Read more
Jo - HR Recruitment
Degree: 1st Class Hons Physiotherapy, University of Birmingham, 2006
"Really think about why it is that you want to join recruitment, what are your drivers? Its a rewarding career but not for the faint hearted!" Read more
