Tools for job search success

About this event

Early career: Part of our early career stream of monthly events for people at the start of their journey in HR, L&D or OD.

Starting your career in HR or L&D, or planning your next move? This session will show you how to use CIPD's practical tools, trusted resources and expert guidance to stand out in a competitive job market. Discover how to strengthen your CV, prepare for interviews, build the skills employers value most and take the next step in your career with confidence, clarity and direction.

What we'll cover

• Understanding today's job market – Explore current recruitment challenges, what employers are looking for and how hiring processes work behind the scenes.

• Standing out in the recruitment process – Learn how to work effectively with recruiters, optimise your CV using keywords, and prepare for successful interviews.

• Navigating career transitions – Discover practical approaches to moving into your first HR role, changing specialism within the people profession and addressing skills gaps.

• Making the most of CIPD career support – Explore the Career Support Toolkit, Learning Hub resources and other member benefits designed to support your career at every stage.

What you'll take away

• A clearer understanding of today's job market and how recruiters, applicant tracking systems (ATS) and hiring managers assess candidates throughout the recruitment process.

• Practical strategies to strengthen your career prospects, including how to work effectively with recruiters, optimise your CV with the right keywords and prepare confidently for interviews.

• Actionable guidance for career transitions, whether you're moving into your first HR role, switching specialisms within the people profession, or addressing key skills gaps to support your next career move.

Guest speaker's profile:

With 17 years spanning instructional design, learning and development and career coaching, Aneta knows how to build impactful learning, help you navigate today's job market with confidence, and develop strategies that move your career forward.