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As a recruiter, I would advise potential candidates to focus on showcasing their unique strengths and experiences authentically. Tailoring resumes to highlight relevant skills and accomplishments is crucial, as is researching the company and role thoroughly to demonstrate genuine interest and alignment. Additionally, I encourage candidates to leverage networking opportunities and reach out to professionals in their desired field for advice and support. During interviews, it's essential to articulate one's passion for the role, ask thoughtful questions, and demonstrate a growth mindset by being open to feedback and learning opportunities. Lastly, maintaining a positive attitude and perseverance in the face of challenges can make a significant difference in the job search journey. Remember, each interaction is a chance to learn and grow, so stay proactive, adaptable, and confident in your abilities.

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Talent Manager - BA Digital

British Airways

From 02/2023 to 03/2024

Senior Technology Recruiter

British Airways

From 11/2021 to 02/2023

Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

British Airways

From 04/2021 to 11/2021

Company

What do you like about your job and the company?

I thrive on initiating positive change, aiding hiring managers with innovative strategies and introducing new tools to enhance our processes and expedite hiring. I'm dedicated to delivering an exceptional recruitment journey and on-boarding experience for applicants, ensuring their support throughout and welcoming them to a world of opportunity. I also take pride in supporting internal candidates in their career progression, providing interview coaching, skills enhancement, and guidance to help them achieve their goals. It's gratifying to contribute to their growth and success within the organisation, creating a culture of continuous development and progression.

Greatest achievements

Working closely with hiring managers, we pioneered the development of a revolutionary recruitment and technical testing process. By incorporating state-of-the-art tools and adhering to strict timelines, we successfully reduced the hiring period from 80 to just 18 days. While such significant progress isn't always achievable, this initiative showcases the effectiveness of streamlining processes and embracing innovation to expedite outcomes. It highlights the importance of collaborative efforts, strategic planning, and unwavering dedication to efficiency in delivering impactful results within tight schedules. Another source of renewed pride for me is receiving positive feedback from both applicants and hiring managers, which brings me immense happiness. This feedback reaffirms my passion for my work and strengthens my commitment to making a positive difference in people's lives.

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Abi P

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Anything is possible within a large company like British Airways. Once you are within a large set up the opportunities are endless and you can work across many departments, gaining experience as you go.

Alice C

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Let your personality shine - This is what will stand out to a potential employer. Other applicants may have just as much experience as you, but what they don’t have is your unique personality, so really bring that into your interview process. Do not let the job description scare you - it is ok to not tick all the boxes. Job descriptions are full of jargon and can be confusing to an outsider, do not let this put you off, if it is a role you think you are a match for, you are probably more than capable to perform in the role, and companies are likely to offer training to get you up to speed on the aspects you don’t yet have experience in. Don’t just be interviewed, do the interviewing – The potential employer want to ensure they are finding the right candidate, but you also need to be sure you are finding the right employer, don’t be afraid to ask questions and challenge the working environment. You spend most of your life at work, you need to be sure you are finding an environment that aligns with you personally. Be honest with yourself and the interviewer. A mantra of mine is to do a job you love. “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

Chloe H

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This is especially for those that are still at school; I am often asked what subjects are best to take, to best set themselves up to become a Pilot. This is twofold, firstly, the subjects you love, will probably be the ones that keep you most engaged and likely to yield the best results. Secondly, the stereotypical idea of a Pilot being great at Maths and Physics is false - there are those of us that didn't go to University, that have had one, or even multiple careers previously. This is a job most consider for life, it is far more important to do something you enjoy than chase a dream you think you need to.

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