Have you ever wondered why some job seekers are so good at getting interview invites? Well, I am pleased to let you know that you are 5 steps away from getting that dream job interview. These steps have proven to be effective in securing job interviews for graduates as seen from this successful job application with Thames Water.
So, you may want to grab a popcorn for this short read. Let's begin!
The 5 ultimate steps in successfully applying for a job are:
1. JOB ADVERT REVIEW
After identifying a job vacancy, it is important to conduct a thorough review of the job advert. The job advert includes details such as company profile, job title, employment type, location, job purpose, key responsibilities, qualification required for the position, level of experience and the application closing date. The job advert should be reviewed to ensure the position is as desired and that skills, responsibilities and experiences are a close match with that of the job seeker. Also, the job advert will be needed in tailoring the CV, cover letter and in answering job application questions. Job seekers should take note of application deadlines and set a reminder if need be, to avoid a late application.
2. COMPANY AND INDUSTRY RESEARCH
After reviewing the job advert, the job seeker should research the company details including its history, operations, products or services rendered, department within which the job vacancy exists and the various awards it has won. Furthermore, a research of the industry within which the company operates, and the industry closely associated with the vacancy should be done. For example, if a job vacancy arises in an oil and gas company and the job position is a finance analyst, the candidate will be required to have knowledge of both the oil and gas sector and the financial sector. Both the company and industry research will be important for tailoring the cover letter, and answering both job application and interview questions.
3. RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Researching the various stages involved in an employer's recruitment process enables a job seeker plan ahead and remain adequately prepared. The recruitment process covers all the stages from the application form to the job offer. Different companies have different recruitment processes which is largely based on the size of the company. Larger corporations are known to have tedious recruitment processes because of the high level of competition for their job vacancies. A typical recruitment process involves a combination of activities such as online application, online testing, assessment centres and interviews (telephone, video or face to face). This information is usually made readily available by the recruiting company and can be accessed from the company's website, forums (Nairaland) and job review sites such as Glassdoor.
4. TAILORING CV AND COVER LETTER
This is the most important pre-interview step which will play a lead role in the decision making process of recruiters. Tailoring a CV and cover letter simply means making the necessary changes to both documents that reflect the skills, experiences and attributes required for the job vacancy. This step uses information from steps 1 and 2 in making relevant changes to the CV and cover letter. It is usually tedious especially when applying for several unrelated positions which have different requirements and job specification.
5. JOB APPLICATION
This is the last and most important step in applying for a job. Information from steps 1 to 4 are used in making the job application. The job application involves providing information required by recruiters to vet job seekers and make a decision. Some of these information include CV, certificates, results and transcripts. Different companies use different methods to collect candidates' information and they include:
- Careers Portal: Employers instruct job seekers to create a profile on their careers portal and upload all necessary documentation before proceeding with the job application.
- Email: Smaller businesses usually instruct candidates to send their credentials (usually CV and cover letter) via email and use the job title as the subject of the email. However, larger firms are also known to use this method especially for internal recruitment or job vacancies which need to be filled urgently.
- Recruitment Agency: Some employers use recruitment agencies and HR consultants for initial screening of candidates before taking over the process. These agencies collect the relevant documents on behalf of the employer and vet candidates based on set criteria, forwarding successful applications to the company.
- Professional networking platforms: Some recruiters use professional networking platforms such as LinkedIn, to solicit for job applications. This requires job seekers to open accounts and update their careers profile, which is then used to apply for job vacancies on the platform.
In this stage, applicants should ensure that they cross-check their application thoroughly. This is to eliminate mistakes (such as wrong phone number, house address or email address) which may prevent job seekers from proceeding to the next stage of the recruitment process. Therefore, job seekers are encouraged to take breaks when needed and avoid rushing through the job application.
Now over to you! Did you learn something new? Did you find these tips helpful? Please let us know in the comments section below!
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