JOB SEARCH TIPS

First things first- before you apply for the role, think objectively about whether this is potentially the right role for you. Factors to consider include:

1. Location/ commute – can you get to the job within a timescale that you can accept?  How much will it cost you to travel?  Do you need to factor in the cost of a season ticket?  It’s worth trying the journey in the rush hour – a 15 min drive on a Sunday can turn into an hour at peak times.
2. Salary – is the position offering sufficient reward once you have factored in any costs associated with (1) above?
3. Company perks – a good pension or health insurance is sometimes worth more than hard cash.  Consider all the benefits rather than just the salary.  And think about whether the additional perks really WILL benefit you.  A reduced price gym membership isn’t worth anything if you don’t like the gym!
4. Does it offer work/ life values and balance – what is the company culture like?  Are they positive about factors like part time working or home working?
5. Potential career progression – is this a company you can see yourself spending some years with?  What does their organisation chart look like, and can you see a clear career path?
6. New company’s reputation – have a look on-line to see what people are saying.  Look at their social media feeds, you’ll get a good feel for how they respond to issues.  Do they seem to be an inclusive and positive organisation?
7. Does it suit your interests and skills? – very important of course!  All the salary in the world is not worth it if you dread going to work.  Look at the requirements of the job and ensure the bulk of them are things you can embrace enthusiastically.

Of course, if you speak to a Simply Commerce consultant and give us an outline of what your perfect role would be like, then we can help shortcut this process.  If a suitable new job lands on our desk, you’ll be the first to know!

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